From Suffolk Park to Brunswick Heads, from Bangalow to Mullumbimby, parking is a big issue for residents and visitors to the Byron Shire.
One way to solve the problem would be to fit more cars in the space that there already is – some people just don’t know how to park and unless there are lines on the road, they can often take up two spaces.
Why don’t we do a fundraiser for Byron Shire Council, maybe a vegan sausage sizzle, or a gluten-free lamington stall at the market to raise funds for some paint and solve some of our Christmas dilemma.
Too many cars and not enough people using public transport or bicycles, perhaps.
I doubt that’s the only hypocrisy in Byron. Are there a lot of ‘refugees’ living there?
I find it much more relaxing at this time of the year to ride my bike into town , although I know if you are doing a big shop then the car is required , just paid my annual parking permit but this does not guarantee a parking spot , sometimes i go around in circles 3 or 4 times between Aldi and Auspost in Byron trying to find a spot, People must remember these little towns were NEVER designed for so many cars , people and tourists .
If possible , leave the car @ home and use the bike !!! or walk , or get the bus ! ( if it turns up )