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“This is what should be done with ex-mining sites,” Mr Alderson said. “They should not be left in a degraded state.” Some of the other examples were: Kangaroo Point Cliffs in Brisbane, Anstey Hill Recreation Park in the Dandenong Ranges, Te Puna Quarry Park, Whangarei Gardens, Butchart Gardens, Lake Awoonga, Benaraby, Qld, Sir Joseph Banks Conservation Park in the Town of 1770, and Lake Moondara at Mount Isa. Many of the sites were disused quarries, and some experienced issues of degradation and illegal dumping. The sites now offer picnic areas, playgrounds and botanical gardens, and are managed in a variety of ways – by the local council, community groups, or are privately owned. ....
Premium Content Subscriber only Plans to convert Bexhill Quarry into a stunning parkland have taken a vital step forward with a presentation made to Lismore councillors last week. Nick Alderson, from the Bexhill Quarry Committee said the aim of presenting the plan to councillors at their weekly briefing session on Tuesday was to seek the council s endorsement going forward. Mr Alderson said community support, as well as the support of community leaders - Lismore council and State and Federal politicians - was needed to make a successful presentation to the NSW Lands Department to relinquish the land for the purpose of a parkland. ....