CASINO’s Nammoona Waste and Resource Recovery Centre and the Evans Head Transfer Station will reopen tomorrow, Wednesday 12 March, with free waste drop-off available for Richmond Valley residents impacted by ex-tropical cyclone Alfred.
Eligible waste for free drop-off includes: Green waste from storm damage Building waste from storm damage, or flood-affected properties (excludes asbestos and…

FOLLOWING the impact of ex-tropical cyclone Alfred, Richmond Valley Council is pleased to announce almost all facilities will reopen to the public from tomorrow, Monday 10 March.
These include the Casino and Evans Head administration centres, libraries, visitor information centres, sporting facilities, swimming pools and other public venues.
General Manager Vaughan Macdonald said Council’s primary…

RICHMOND Valley Council is pleased to announce the resumption of kerbside waste collection services to Casino and Evans Head.
Following the temporary disruption due to ex-tropical cyclone Alfred, the Casino and Evans Head services will be returning to their regular schedule starting tomorrow, Monday 10 March.
Coraki, Woodburn and Broadwater and outer rural area collections…

IN coming days we will see strong winds, which could bring down trees and powerlines and damage buildings.
For those living in beachfront areas, you know what your highest tides usually are.
Advice from the Northern Rivers Emergency Operations Centre is to expect them to be about half a metre higher.
Depending on where you…

Due to the approaching cyclone - and in the interest of the safety of our staff and the public - all Council facilities will be closed from tomorrow, 6 March, until further notice.
This includes our Casino and Evans Head administration centres, libraries, visitor information centres, sporting facilities, swimming pools, waste facilities and other public…

A CELEBRATION of country music and opera is on the cards for music enthusiasts thanks to a collaboration between Richmond Valley Council and Opera Queensland.
Are You Lonesome Tonight will be performed at the Casino Civic Hall on Tuesday 6 May as part of Opera Queensland’s national tour.
The show explores some of the great…

AS part of its charity auction initiative aimed at supporting local communities, the North Coast Petroleum Casino Truck Show will be donating $24,000 to various organisations across the region to help support those in need by providing essential supplies and resources.
The 2024 charity partners were Movember, Steering the Future, Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service, Casino…

THE Mid Richmond Three Villages Cycleway project has received a boost, securing $5,392,000 from the Australian Government’s Road Safety Program and the NSW government.
The Road Safety Program aims to improve road safety by minimising the occurrence of severe injuries and fatalities, with a focus on vulnerable road users like pedestrians and cyclists.
At a…

RICHMOND Valley Council invites all residents and visitors to join the fun and celebrate what makes our country great on Australia Day at the Broadwater Community Hall on Sunday 26 January, from 9am.
This family-friendly event serves as the official celebration for the Richmond Valley Council area and is highlighted by the Richmond Valley Australia…

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…