LISMORE MP Janelle Saffin has congratulated Tweed Shire, Lismore City and Kyogle councils securing grants under the NSW Government’s renewed $14.65-million Open Streets 2025-28 Program.
Ms Saffin said the Open Streets Program supports councils to temporarily close streets to deliver free events for locals and visitors over the next three years.
“The program is part of our Government’s agenda of supporting events, boosting local economies, creating safe and vibrant spaces, and stimulating nightlife activity,” Ms Saffin said.
Following a competitive grants process, successful local projects include:
- $350,000 to Tweed Shire Council for Local Streets Alive, providing an innovative and exciting event series for regional residents and visitors, located in Murwillumbah. It is comprised of three major events (annual Street Party 2025-27) delivered by Tweed Regional Museum in partnership with community, Business Murwillumbah and local vendors.
- $292,280 to Lismore City Council for Eat the Street, delivering economic growth, increased visitation and overnight stays, to help build and strengthen Lismore’s identity, through showcasing it as an alternative lifestyle hub.
- $79,500 to Kyogle Council for Kyogle Civic Heart Precinct Activation, expanding and improving a monthly farmers market through a temporary closure of Stratheden Street to expand the number of stallholders, encourage outdoor dining at two cafes, and presenting a program of regular live music, to increase visitation and dwell time.
For more information on the Open Streets Program, and to see the full list of projects, visit: Open Streets Program | Transport for NSW.
