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The original plans of Tallowood Ridge development included a local store. In various different plans of the development, this moved from the current site of the childcare centre to the area around stage 7 (clearly seen on the map as 'Country Store Site' from stages plan 6.1B). Stage 8 and 9 plans of Tallowood Ridge are before council and we are yet to see this being followed through. Many residents moved in to the area believing a local shop would be included in the plans. With another 160 houses still to be built in Tallowood, this equates to approximately 320 cars. If you add this to all of the current Tallowood residents, this represents a significant portion of the vehicles in Mullumbimby. In order to reduce congestion and parking problems in the main streets of Mullumbimby, we are requesting Byron Shire Council and the Tallowood Ridge developer to follow through with original plans of building a local store. This would enable residents to walk or bike ride to buy daily necessities rather than get in a car and drive to town. The environmental impacts of vehicle use and the congestion and parking issues in town are of concern for the much broader Mullumbimby community.
It states in the first DA for Tallowood ridge, section 3, page 28
(f) To provide realistic guidelines for the growth of commercial and nonresidential uses to support the increasing population and respond to tourism opportunities; At such time as there are approximately 100 homes occupied in "Tallowood Ridge", the applicant will complete the construction of the approved convenience store located at the corner of Tuckeroo Avenue and Left Bank Road.
The issue that this site was turned into a childcare centre (without community consultation) negates the fact it was recognised that a store is needed, that the developer was supposed to build one, that Tallowood Ridge is well past 100 occupied homes and that the community still need a store. An alternative site for a local store needs to be found and included on development plans.
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All for a convenience store. I love Mullumbimby, but I sometimes do 3 laps of town & come home again empty handed because I can't get a parking spot.
This will benefit all of Mullum’s residents. I am disappointed by the lack of follow-through with many of the original commitments of the developer. Council, as employed by rate payers to represent the community’s interests, must show some leadership with this development.
Both Clunes General and Baz n Shaz are wonderful local store models. A safe bikeway through to the showground for Farmers Market access is also a high priority (current route dusty and potholed - not nice for bikes)
I purchased my home in Tallowood wih understanding a store would be zoned for.
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Incorporating a store into the Tallowood community would help achieve such important social and environmental benefits. I assume the store was included in original plans because it represents sensible and contemporary planning and community development while also supporting wider strategic planning for Mullumbimby. Very strongly support this sensible and important proposal.
The Tallowood store was part of the original design plan for the Tallowood Estate. Our family, for many reasons, would like this commitment to be realised.
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Status: Closed — this petition is no longer accepting signatures.
Final supporters
The original plans of Tallowood Ridge development included a local store. In various different plans of the development, this moved from the current site of the childcare centre to the area around stage 7 (clearly seen on the map as 'Country Store Site' from stages plan 6.1B). Stage 8 and 9 plans of Tallowood Ridge are before council and we are yet to see this being followed through. Many residents moved in to the area believing a local shop would be included in the plans. With another 160 houses still to be built in Tallowood, this equates to approximately 320 cars. If you add this to all of the current Tallowood residents, this represents a significant portion of the vehicles in Mullumbimby. In order to reduce congestion and parking problems in the main streets of Mullumbimby, we are requesting Byron Shire Council and the Tallowood Ridge developer to follow through with original plans of building a local store. This would enable residents to walk or bike ride to buy daily necessities rather than get in a car and drive to town. The environmental impacts of vehicle use and the congestion and parking issues in town are of concern for the much broader Mullumbimby community.
It states in the first DA for Tallowood ridge, section 3, page 28
(f) To provide realistic guidelines for the growth of commercial and nonresidential uses to support the increasing population and respond to tourism opportunities; At such time as there are approximately 100 homes occupied in "Tallowood Ridge", the applicant will complete the construction of the approved convenience store located at the corner of Tuckeroo Avenue and Left Bank Road.
The issue that this site was turned into a childcare centre (without community consultation) negates the fact it was recognised that a store is needed, that the developer was supposed to build one, that Tallowood Ridge is well past 100 occupied homes and that the community still need a store. An alternative site for a local store needs to be found and included on development plans.
Updates
July 17, 2020
The feedback from our neighbors confirms that the current traffic situation in Mullum is unsustainable. I am currently organizing the data to present directly to the council members.
17 Comments
Totally agree! When we bought our block, we where under the impression this was part of the plan. Would love to be able to walk or ride my bike to the shop!
All for a convenience store. I love Mullumbimby, but I sometimes do 3 laps of town & come home again empty handed because I can't get a parking spot.
This will benefit all of Mullum’s residents. I am disappointed by the lack of follow-through with many of the original commitments of the developer. Council, as employed by rate payers to represent the community’s interests, must show some leadership with this development.
Both Clunes General and Baz n Shaz are wonderful local store models. A safe bikeway through to the showground for Farmers Market access is also a high priority (current route dusty and potholed - not nice for bikes)
I purchased my home in Tallowood wih understanding a store would be zoned for.
I support this
Incorporating a store into the Tallowood community would help achieve such important social and environmental benefits. I assume the store was included in original plans because it represents sensible and contemporary planning and community development while also supporting wider strategic planning for Mullumbimby. Very strongly support this sensible and important proposal.
The Tallowood store was part of the original design plan for the Tallowood Estate. Our family, for many reasons, would like this commitment to be realised.
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Totally agree! When we bought our block, we where under the impression this was part of the plan. Would love to be able to walk or ride my bike to the shop!