NIRAG/NF3 Report for April
Good news from NIRAG's annual clean-up at McCauley’s Beach and foreshore. There was less litter and rubbish than in previous years
The Northern Illawarra Residents Action Group (NIRAG) supports preservation of open space and the retention and enhancement of our Natural Environment, European and Indigenous Heritage. Residents of Neighbourhood Forum 3 area (Woonona, Bulli, Thirroul and Austinmer) are welcomed to attend NIRAG meetings to contribute to local community issues and concerns.
Annual Clean Up at McCauley’s
McCauley’s Beach Sandon Point Annual Clean-up was held on Monday, 2nd March. 11 volunteers met at Hewitts Creek bridge and cleaned up the beach and foreshore area. It was pleasing that there was less litter and rubbish than in previous years.
Homes NSW proposal at Bulli
The proposal at 6-10 Southview St, Bulli to replace 3 existing homes has been revised but still exceeds the R2 zone limit. No advice has been received yet of the outcome of public submissions.
Amy Street, Thirroul
The majority of Lot 303 (about 7ha) is zoned C2, Environmental Conservation. Ongoing land management is essential as this is a vital ‘green corridor’. Council has agreed to review the strategic value of having this land as a public reserve. Advice is awaited.
E-bike concerns
NIRAG received a request last month and (although it has not been discussed at a meeting) it is suggested that the request be supported asking Council to take urgent action to require E-bike riders to dismount in shopping centres as an initial measure to improve pedestrian safety.
In addition, three additional safety measures are proposed for Mopeds (E-bikes that do not require to be pedalled) and are essentially motor bikes:
a) Limit the speed and use of Mopeds to persons over 16, and
b) Require mopeds to have a registered number plate for identification / 3rd party insurance purposes.
c) All E-bikes (for riders of all ages) must be speed limited and require activation by pedalling.
Our State and Federal Members are urged to give their support and take urgent action to enact these safety changes that are undeniably needed.
NIRAG’s next meeting will be on 13 May, 7pm upstairs at Bulli Community Centre.
