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Lismore’s Blakebrook quarry proposal meets resistance

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A recent gathering of locals concerned about a proposed ‘mega dump’ landfill at Blakebrook quarry has been supported by Lismore Greens councillors. Lismore Council say they are still considering the proposal.

Cr Adam Guise said, ‘A great turnout of community members at council chambers handing over letters objecting to the proposed mega dump landfill at Blakebrook quarry. The community doesn’t want it!’

‘At no time has the community resolved or endorsed a regional landfill at Blakebrook.

‘Nor has the community been consulted on whether we want Lismore to be a regional dumping ground for waste from near and far.

‘Our adopted waste strategy prioritises avoidance, reuse and recycling before residual (dumping) waste. A regional dump at Blakebrook does not accord with this.

‘Mark my words, the Krieg majority are determined to push this through. There is a whopping $1.3m line item in the upcoming budget to ‘scope up’ a mega dump at Blakebrook.

‘Please make a submission to council’s budget currently on exhibition, asking that the $1.3m allocated to a regional landfill at Blakebrook be removed. (Submissions deadline 11 June) https://yoursay.lismore.nsw.gov.au/budget-and-operational…

‘Also come along to the June 19 Council meeting where the budget will be debated and voted upon to make your views known!

Clr Virginia Waters added, ‘It was encouraging to see community members gather before today’s Council meeting to present the Mayor with a community petition and more than 100 handwritten letters to councillors. Thank you for the letters I received!

‘The level of community participation and determination demonstrates the depth of feeling and concern surrounding the proposal for a landfill at Blakebrook and a Regional Waste Facility.

‘This remains a proposal without social licence, and one that warrants genuine consultation, transparency and careful consideration before any further decisions are made.

‘A sincere thank you to everyone who took the time to attend, write a letter, sign the petition or speak up. Your efforts are being noticed and are making a difference. Keep up the great work’.



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