Hans Lovejoy
As developers eagerly continue to monetise Byron Shire’s property market, the flip side of course is the cost to the community and the region’s unique biodiversity.
Yet despite those pressures, Greens Mayor Simon Richardson is yet to reply to questions around his commitment to protecting both the environment and amenity of residents. Mute mayor: questions around Council’s commitment to protecting the community from inappropriate development remain unanswered by Mayor Simon Richardson. Photo David Hancock.
Last week,
The Echo reported on yet another loss by Byron Shire Council in the NSW Land & Environment court, something which the mayor once boasted was a rare event.