AT its first ordinary meeting of the new term, Richmond Valley Council has voted to not pursue an appeal regarding the recent court ruling on the Iron Gates subdivision proposal.
The previous Council reserved its appeal rights by lodging a Notice of Intention to Appeal the judgement made by the NSW Land and Environment Court…

THE Casino Country Music Muster is excited to announce that ARIA and multiple Golden Guitar award winner Sara Storer will headline the much-anticipated 2025 event.
Known for her heartfelt storytelling and authentic country sound, Sara Storer is set to deliver an unforgettable performance for fans of all ages at next year’s muster, which will run…

Richmond Valley Council has lodged a Notice of Intention to Appeal the recent judgement made by the NSW Land and Environment Court in favour of Goldcoral Pty Ltd’s Iron Gates development at Evans Head.
Council’s General Manager Vaughan Macdonald said the Notice of Intention did not commit Richmond Valley Council to proceeding with an appeal,…

RICHMOND Valley Council is moving forward with its plans to activate the Regional Jobs Precinct and attract new businesses to the region with a $13.8m investment in new infrastructure and industrial land.
Council was successful in its request to amend its Bushfire Local Economic Recovery funding deed for the Casino Industries Activation Project, enabling it…

THE annual North Coast Petroleum Casino Truck Show reached unprecedented heights of success this year, drawing a record crowd and showcasing an impressive array of trucks and entertainment which left attendees in awe.
Known as one of the greatest truck shows in the southern hemisphere, the event, held in the Casino CBD on Saturday 3…

RICHMOND Valley Council is pleased to announce the successful tenderers for a series of key projects set to enhance community infrastructure and services.
Following a thorough and competitive tender process, Council has awarded contracts to a number of reputable firms, ensuring the delivery of high-quality projects which will benefit residents and businesses alike.
General Manager…

REGISTRATIONS for the 2024 North Coast Petroleum Casino Truck Show, to be held on Saturday 3 August, will be opening Monday 1 July.
Registration is $30 per truck, including competition entry and parking in the event precinct.
Online registrations can be made at casinotruckshow.com.au and will go into the draw to win some amazing prizes,…

THE recently rejuvenated Casino Showground and Racecourse precinct will be open for bookings from Monday 3 June.
A total $12.8 million was provided under the Bushfire Local Economic Recovery Fund to help transform the site into a regional centre for equestrian activities and major community events.
Combined with additional funding from the NSW Showground Stimulus…

IN a boost for tourism, Richmond Valley Council will be reopening the free camping site at the Casino Showground and Racecourse to cater for owners of fully self-contained vehicles who prefer not to stay in established parks.
From Monday 6 May, travellers can make bookings by calling the Casino Visitor Information Centre on 6660 0325,…

AFTER 10 long years, Richmond Valley Council is thrilled to announce the grand opening of the much-anticipated Casino to Bentley section of the Northern Rivers Rail Trail.
The official ribbon-cutting ceremony will take place on Saturday at 10am at the Old Casino Station, marking the commencement of a new era in outdoor adventure and community…

Construction is about to start on Richmond Valley Council’s $15.8 million Naughtons Gap Road resilience project at Naughton’s Gap, north-east of Casino, providing better access for locals after a series of severe weather events.
The road has been closed since March 2021 due to the level of flood damage and landslips at the time.
Landslips…

The latest edition of the Discover Richmond Valley Visitor Guide, containing information on everything from festivals and events, interesting places to visit, spectacular national parks, reserves, rivers and beaches, exciting adventure activities, to places to stay, eat, shop, is making its way to visitor information centres and tourism-related organisations throughout NSW and South-East Queensland.
The…

CONSTRUCTION has started on a new culvert system at Dairy Flat to improve road access between Coraki and Woodburn, particularly for Bungawalbin, Coraki and Woodburn residents.
The $4.2 million project was funded by the Australian Government through the Emergency Response Fund under the Northern Rivers Recovery and Resilience Program (NRRRP) 2022-2023.
Funding for this program…

FOLLOWING a thorough independent evaluation of leasing proposals for the Northern Rivers Livestock Exchange (NRLX) by renowned agribusiness leader JLL, Richmond Valley Council is pleased to announce Outcross Agri-Services Pty Ltd will take over the facility’s management for the next five years, with an option in its favour for an additional five years.
The Armidale-based…

RICHMOND Valley residents and visitors are being urged to brace themselves for two days of unparalleled entertainment next month as Richmond Valley Council presents the Festival of the Waters.
Council is thrilled to announce the headline acts for this highly anticipated event are Brooke McClymont and Adam Eckersley, and Tex Perkins and Matt Walker -…

RICHMOND Valley residents will get the opportunity to embrace the magic of live music and celebrate the beauty of small communities as Australia’s largest regional music tour makes its way to Whiporie next month.
Supported by Richmond Valley Council and getting underway at 6.30pm on Saturday 27 January in the Whiporie Community Hall, The Festival…

FOLLOWING tonight’s extraordinary meeting, Richmond Valley Council has authorised General Manager Vaughan Macdonald, in liaison with JLL Agribusiness, to enter direct negotiations with the preferred entities for the lease of the Northern Rivers Livestock Exchange to get the best outcome for the community.
Council received a detailed independent tender assessment, campaign summary and recommendations from…

Work continues on the Casino Showground and Racecourse redevelopment project, which will bring new life and excitement to the heart of Casino.
The project, which is jointly funded by the Australian and NSW governments through the Bushfire Local Economic Recovery Fund, aims to stimulate economic activity while enhancing the community's recreational and agricultural offerings.
The…

Richmond Valley Council advises the conclusion of the tender submission period for the leasing of the Northern Rivers Livestock Exchange (NRLX).
According to global real estate experts JLL, which is managing the tender process for Council, the leasing proposal garnered widespread attention and interest from industry-leading entities with multiple submissions received.
Council’s General Manager Vaughan…

Watch as General Manager Vaughan Macdonald talks about our latest Annual Report, outlining Council's activities for the previous financial year.
To read the annual report, visit this page: https://richmondvalley.nsw.gov.au/council/governance/annual-reports/

Watch as Mayor Robert Mustow gives a review of November's Council meeting.
Items referenced include the 2022/23 Annual Report, Financial Statements and Community Assistance Program.
 

RICHMOND Valley Council, in partnership with Lismore City Council, yesterday held its first business engagement workshop at the Casino Golf Club to bring together industry experts and entrepreneurs to explore innovative strategies to capitalise on the Northern Rivers Rail Trail.
The workshop, facilitated by leading regional tourism expert Dr Meredith Wray, attracted 30 participants, and…

DESPITE widespread misinformation, there is no proposal for an energy-from-waste facility to be built in the Richmond Valley.
Richmond Valley Council’s General Manager Vaughan Macdonald said the Regional Job Precinct at Casino had been identified in the NSW Government’s Energy from Waste Infrastructure Plan as a site where an energy-from-waste facility may be permissible, subject…

Council is moving forward with its decision to lease the Northern Rivers Livestock Exchange (NRLX), with tenders to be called from tomorrow Thursday 26 October 2023.
Council has appointed global real estate experts JLL to manage the tender process independently.
The process will see JLL handle all inquiries, receive tenders from potential lessees, and evaluate…

WE ALL know someone who truly makes the Richmond Valley a better place, and now is your opportunity to recognise them as a local hero for a Richmond Valley Australia Day Award.
Nominations are now open for the awards to be presented at Richmond Valley Council’s Australia Day event on 26 January at the Casino…

A NSW Government grant worth $5,750,000 will enable Richmond Valley Council to upgrade the Northern Rivers Livestock Exchange’s (NRLX) wastewater management system to comply with EPA requirements.
The NRLX’s effluent treatment system consists of two sedimentation lagoons, a facultative pond and an effluent polishing pond.
The sedimentation ponds were damaged during the 2022 flooding events,…

A $3.5 MILLION suspension bridge across the Richmond River in Casino is one of six projects to get the tick of approval under the 2022 Community Assets Program, which is part of the Community Local Infrastructure Program, which is co-funded by the NSW and Australian governments to support communities impacted by the 2022 Flood events.…

IN a bid to ensure cattle sales can resume as soon as possible at the Northern Rivers Livestock Exchange (NRLX), Richmond Valley Council unanimously voted to lease the facility for a long-term period at its meeting last night.
In a report prepared by General Manager Vaughan Macdonald, it was recommended Council transitioned out of direct…