Repairs underway at Lismore region tourist attractions

Local and tourists will find it easier and safer to visit and enjoy two reserves in the Lismore region with the NSW Government to invest $100,000 in repairs and upgrades to Hanging Rock Falls and Bean Creek Falls.

At Bean Creek Falls, which is a short drive off the Clarence Way south of Urbenville, $50,000 will be invested to repair the lookout and restore the adjacent walkway and carpark.

The work will open up the lookout to more visitors by upgrading the track to the site. Previously more suitable for four-wheel drives, the track will become accessible to other vehicles. The project will also see damaged steps repaired, ageing handrails and fencing upgraded at the lookout, fallen trees cleared from the picnic and turnaround bay, and dumped waste removed. The lookout is used by local families for swimming and sightseeing daytrips while also drawing tourists to the area.

Impacted by the floods that hit the Lismore area last year, at Hanging Rock Falls visitors will find it easier and safer to enjoy the reserve with $50,000 to be invested in repair work on the track to the popular spot.

Located between Kyogle and Nimbin, Hanging Rock Falls is a drawcard for nature lovers with its stunning waterfall and water up to seven metres deep, surrounded by lush rainforest and rocky cliffs. The work will include new handrails, new stair treads, a new safety sign and removal of fallen trees at the site off Williams Road.

Visitors to the area are advised to take care at the site which has slippery surfaces, submerged obstacles, strong currents and no diving. Swinging from trees and dropping into the water is prohibited and while swimming is not advised, those who swim do so at their own risk.

Commenting on the works program, NSW Minister for Lands and Property, Steve Kamper stated “Crown reserves play critical roles protecting the environment and supporting communities with everything from walking trails, lookouts, parks and ovals to community halls.

“Maintaining and upgrading Crown reserves ensures communities can continue to use public facilities and access some of the most spectacular parts of our state.

“The investment will provide trade work in the region while improving public infrastructure that helps attract tourists who spend money at local businesses and support regional jobs.”

Images: Hanging Rock Falls (top, credit: Bob Caddell), Bean Creek Falls (middle) and flood-dmaged steps at Hanging Rock Falls (below).