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Richmond Valley Council RVC has a strong workforce of 300, made up of men and women between the ages of 16 to 75 years, many from diverse backgrounds.

The Richmond Valley Council area extends from the coastline at Evans Head to the foothills of the Great Dividing Range to the west, interspersed with state forests, national parks and nature reserves. The main town is Casino with a population of 11,533 with the remainder of the population of 22,037 being in the other communities of Broadwater (436), Coraki (1478) Evans Head (2730), New Italy (295), Woodburn (775) and Rappville (309), with the balance made up in the rural areas. The area’s population is increasing at a rate of 1.4 per cent per year and reflecting the sea change-tree change population movement to a certain extent. The area has a higher-than-average Aboriginal population of six percent.

** NOVEMBER 2026 ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING **The next Council meeting will be held on Tuesday17 November starting at 6pm....
13/11/2026

** NOVEMBER 2026 ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING **

The next Council meeting will be held on Tuesday17 November starting at 6pm.

Public access speakers will speak at the commencement of the meeting.

The agenda and attachments for this meeting are available from our website here: https://richmondvalley.nsw.gov.au/council/council-meetings/2026-agendas-and-minutes/

The meeting will be live-streamed via the Richmond Valley Council page, and the recording will be available on Council's website.

** FOOTPATH REPLACEMENT WORKS - WOODBURN ST, EVANS HEAD ** Richmond Valley Council advises that footpath replacement wor...
12/11/2026

** FOOTPATH REPLACEMENT WORKS - WOODBURN ST, EVANS HEAD **

Richmond Valley Council advises that footpath replacement works on Woodburn Street, Evans Head, are scheduled to commence on Monday, 16 November.

Works are expected to take approximately four weeks to complete, weather permitting.

Works will include:

• Removal and disposal of the existing concrete footpath
• Construction of a new widened concrete footpath
• Associated site preparation and reinstatement works

This project is part of Council's commitment to providing safe, accessible, high-quality infrastructure for our community and visitors.

During construction, there may be temporary disruptions to pedestrian access and parking in the immediate area.

Traffic management measures will be in place where required to ensure the safety of residents, road users and construction personnel.

We recognise that these works may cause some temporary inconvenience and appreciate your patience and understanding while construction is underway.

If you have any questions or would like to request further information, please contact Richmond Valley Council on (02) 6660 0300.

12/11/2026

** GET INVOLVED WITH YOUR LOCAL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE **

The NSW Business Awards are a wonderful celebration, and you might see a few familiar faces celebrating the Casino Truck Show's big win recently.

That success, and the success of all the businesses involved happens because of the groundwork that happens at local level.

Being involved in a chamber provides an opportunity to share ideas, build connections and support one another through both the good times and the challenges of running a business.

With AGMs underway and new committees forming, now is a great time to get involved and help strengthen your local business community.

With chambers in Casino and Woodburn, and a new chamber forming in Evans Head, we encourage local businesses to come together, and play an active role in shaping a stronger business community across the Richmond Valley.

Get in touch with your local Chamber of Commerce and start the conversation.

** BRUXNER HIGHWAY ROUNDABOUT PROGRESS AND TRAFFIC CHANGES **Work continues to progress on the Bruxner Highway/Patricia ...
12/11/2026

** BRUXNER HIGHWAY ROUNDABOUT PROGRESS AND TRAFFIC CHANGES **

Work continues to progress on the Bruxner Highway/Patricia Street roundabout, with transition to stage 3 works scheduled to commence from Monday 16th November 2026.

Stage 3 will include:
o Asphalt surfacing
o Construction of splitter islands and completion of the central roundabout island
o Kerb, gutter and drainage work
o Installation of remaining streetlights and underground wiring
o Road signage and final line marking
o Batter trimming, topsoiling, and seeding

Changing Traffic Conditions
Motorists are advised that traffic conditions will change as works progress through Stage 3. Traffic control, barriers and signage will be in place, and motorists are asked to follow all directions and allow additional travel time.

Monday 16th and Tuesday 17th November
o Traffic will remain on the southern side of the roundabout during construction hours, with one-lane alternating traffic flow.
o Two lanes will reopen outside construction hours.
o From Wednesday 18th November for approximately 3 weeks

During construction hours, traffic will be diverted to the northern side of the roundabout, with one-lane alternating traffic flow.
o Outside construction hours, two lanes will be open, using the outer lanes on the northern and southern sides of the roundabout.
o Works may also occur on Saturdays where required.

Stage 3 works are expected to take approximately three weeks, weather permitting, with the overall project remaining on schedule for completion by the end of December 2026.

Council thanks motorists and the community for their patience while these works are completed.

** LEST WE FORGET - REMEMBRANCE DAY 2026 **Today, Mayor Robert Mustow and Deputy Mayor Steve Morrisey joined returned se...
11/11/2026

** LEST WE FORGET - REMEMBRANCE DAY 2026 **

Today, Mayor Robert Mustow and Deputy Mayor Steve Morrisey joined returned servicemen and community members at the Casino Drill Hall to commemorate Remembrance Day.

The service was attended by almost 100 people who came to pay respect and honour those who sacrificed for our country.

** FLYING FOXES IN DISTRESS **Richmond Valley Council is receiving increasing reports of flying fox deaths across the re...
11/11/2026

** FLYING FOXES IN DISTRESS **

Richmond Valley Council is receiving increasing reports of flying fox deaths across the region due to a significant starvation and mass mortality event.

Please do not handle, feed or attempt to rescue flying foxes yourself. Flying foxes can carry diseases such as Australian bat lyssavirus, which can be transmitted through scratches or bites.

Residents are urged to:

⚠️ Do not touch or handle flying foxes

🐾 Keep pets away from live or deceased bats

📖 Learn more about the mortality event: https://www.dpird.nsw.gov.au/dpi/biosecurity/animal-biosecurity/wildlife-and-wild-animals/mortality-event-in-bats

** If the animal is alive but struggling **

Contact a licensed wildlife rescue organisation immediately.

WIRES: 1300 094 737

** If the animal is deceased **

⚠️Do not touch the animal directly.

Use a shovel, tongs or another "no-touch" method to move or dispose of the carcass. Avoid any direct contact to prevent accidental scratches or exposure to disease.

🚮 Follow NSW Department of Primary Industries guidance on animal carcass disposal:https://www.dpird.nsw.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0011/1624196/PRIMEFACT-Emergency-Animal-Disease-EAD-Animal-carcass-disposal-04-2026.pdf

Flying foxes play a vital role in the environment as pollinators and seed dispersers for native forests. They are an important part of our ecosystem and deserve our protection and respect.

** 🚐 SERVICE NSW MOBILE SERVICE CENTRE VISITING RICHMOND VALLEY **Need help with a driver licence, Working With Children...
10/11/2026

** 🚐 SERVICE NSW MOBILE SERVICE CENTRE VISITING RICHMOND VALLEY **

Need help with a driver licence, Working With Children Check, birth certificate or other NSW Government services?

The Service NSW Mobile Service Centre will be visiting both Evans Head and Coraki this November, making it easier for residents to access services closer to home.

📍 Evans Head
📅 Tuesday 24 November 2026
🕘 9am to 3pm
🏢 Club Evans RSL, 11-13 McDonald Place

📍 Coraki
📅 Thursday 26 November 2026
🕘 9am to 3pm
🌳 Coraki Memorial Park, 123 Richmond Terrace

Residents can access a range of services, including:
✅ Driver Knowledge Tests
✅ Driver licence and photo card applications
✅ Working With Children Checks
✅ NDIS Worker Checks
✅ Birth, death and marriage certificates
✅ Cost of living support information and more.

For more information, call 13 77 88 or visit Service NSW. Please note that severe weather may affect the Mobile Service Centre timetable.

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Address

10 Graham Place
Casino, NSW
2470

Opening Hours

Monday 8:15am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:15am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:15am - 5pm
Thursday 8:15am - 5pm
Friday 8:15am - 5pm

Telephone

+61266600300

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