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4WD track through dunes. Photo David Lowe An attempt to enlarge the list of approved 4WD beach users allowed to access South Ballina Beach failed to get the numbers to progress at the last Ballina Shire Council meeting. The motion from Cr Keith Williams thanked the Minister for Crown Lands for closing the beach but asked that community consultation be undertaken to consider certain local beach users who have been excluded from 4WD access, such as members of fishing clubs, wildlife rescuers and the disabled. There were no deputations against the motion ( The Echo was contacted to say such requests were made, but not accepted for some reason), which left two supporters of the motion speaking instead. ....