There will be a community crime meeting at the Lennox Head Cultural Centre auditorium this Saturday, 11 January, from 5–6pm. After a spate of local crimes, organisers say the event will be about turning ideas from the last meeting into action and creating real change for the local community.
They are calling on local residents to join a discussion on:
- Implementing the Street Safe Program to keep us and our kids safe.
- Introducing CCTV with number plate recognition to deter crime before it happens.
- Addressing the impact of bail laws and advocating for change.
- Pushing for government accountability and immediate action.
- Collaborating on further practical solutions, with an emphasis on making Lennox Head safer for everyone.
Heartfelt concerns
Organiser Alison Vickery told the Echo, ‘At our first crime meeting last month, we heard the community’s concerns loud and clear. Fathers expressed fears — not for themselves, but for their children. While they can stand their ground, who will protect their kids if they’re the ones confronted?
‘Mothers shared a different worry — that in defending their families, their partners might make choices that could leave their children without a father.
‘These heartfelt concerns remind us that addressing youth crime isn’t just about safety; it’s about safeguarding what matters most—our families and our children.’
Geoff Wegg, President of the Lennox Head Residents Association, said ‘Our community is united in one clear demand: the safety of our children and families must come first. We cannot stand idly by while crime threatens our homes and our peace of mind.
‘This meeting is about more than updates — it’s about solutions. We need every voice, every idea, and every ounce of determination to make a difference,’ said Mr Wegg.
‘We are grateful for the support of the NSW Police Force and Ballina Shire Council, but lasting change will require all of us—residents, law enforcement, and government—working together.’
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