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More beaches on the North Coast could soon be closed to four-wheel drives, with Richmond Valley Council set to follow Ballina Shire Council's lead.
The 4WD access points at Moylans Lane and Keith Hall Lane at South Ballina were closed last year due to safety and environmental concerns.
Following the Patch's Beach closure, 4WD access to South Ballina beach has still been available via the National Parks entrance and Empire Vale Rd.
These accesses are not managed by Ballina Council, but the council is working with government agencies and neighbouring councils to advocate for the cessation of 4WD activities on South Ballina Beach.