Major milestone reached in ambitious bush regeneration project
Rous has reached the halfway point in its flagship Bush Regeneration Project at Fosters Spur – a major milestone in the restoration of 40 hectares of degraded land adjacent to Rocky Creek Dam and Nightcap National Park.
Rous secures funding to target invasive weed along Richmond River
Rous County Council (Rous) is one of seven local councils and state government agencies to share in the NSW Government’s $1.18 million investment in Tropical soda apple (TSA) control activities under the Good Neighbours Program.
Rous welcomes its next generation of advisors and experts
Rous is proud to announce it has received $800,000 in funding from the New South Wales (NSW) Government as part of the Fresh Start program – an initiative providing new opportunities for essential skilled roles across the Northern Rivers region.
Rous welcomes statewide effort to reduce water loss through leak detection
Rous welcomes statewide effort to reduce water loss through leak detection
As part of the Active Leak Detection Program, more than 130 kilometres of water pipeline across Rous’ network will be examined for potential leaks.
Rous thanks NSW Government and NSW Public Works for delivering key water infrastructure projects in Northern Rivers
Rous thanks NSW Government and NSW Public Works for delivering key water infrastructure projects in Northern Rivers
Rous extends its gratitude to NSW Public Works for the successful delivery of four significant projects across its water network, restoring damaged infrastructure and reinforcing the resilience of its drinking water services for the Northern Rivers community.
Closure of Rous Office at 20 Conway Street, Lismore
Rous has made the difficult decision to permanently close its office at 20 Conway Street, Lismore, prioritising the safety of staff and customers.
Invasive aquatic weed detected in Tweed Shire
A significant infestation of the highly invasive aquatic weed, Water lettuce (Pistia stratiotes), has been discovered at Piggabeen in the Tweed Shire, raising concerns about the spread of this prohibited species through backyard ponds and unregulated plant sales.
Water pipeline upgrade in Byron Bay to improve reliability and supply
Water pipeline upgrade in Byron Bay to improve reliability and supply
Rous will commence major upgrades to a key section of the Byron Bay water pipeline in mid-August 2025, an important project set to enhance the town’s water supply capacity and reliability.
Rous welcomes funding boost to help control invasive weeds in Northern Rivers
Rous welcomes funding boost to help control invasive weeds in Northern Rivers
Rous has identified three invasive weed species it will tackle in high-priority areas with funding received through the Good Neighbours Program.
Rous receives state funding to tackle Bitou Bush in Ballina Shire
Rous has been granted $85,000 from the NSW State Government to tackle Bitou bush and other invasive weeds at three significant sites in the Ballina Shire Council area.
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