Daily Roundup · 26 Aug

Byron Bay: Mullumbimby Water Investigation Cost, Bangalow Showgrounds Management Dispute

Byron Council faces a $322,000 water investigation bill while a trust seeks to retain control of Bangalow Showgrounds from the council.

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Byron Council faces a bill of at least $322,000 to complete the next stage of investigation into Mullumbimby's future water supply, The Echo reports. The council is also preparing ground for a possible 35 per cent increase in general rates, according to the report.

The Bangalow Park Trust, which has run the Bangalow Showgrounds since at least the 1950s, is calling on Byron Shire Council to leave management of the grounds in community hands rather than taking over the role, The Echo reports.

Stories in this roundup:

Mullum water investigation comes with $322,000-plus price tag — The Echo
Call to keep Bangalow Showgrounds in community hands — The Echo