The Northern Rivers community is invited to have their say on a proposed rezoning that could pave the way for up to 230 new residential lots in the Tweed, supporting long-term recovery and unlocking land and housing opportunities.
The NSW Reconstruction Authority is supporting the proposed rezoning of 143 North Arm Road Murwillumbah as part of the NSW Government's Resilient Lands Program.
Located just west of the established town centre, the identified site offers an opportunity to deliver new well-located housing on flood-safe land within reach of existing schools, health care services, shops and community facilities.
The proposal aims to increase housing choice and create opportunities for future residential development in an area identified to support disaster recovery and community resilience, while allowing more Northern Rivers residents to remain close to their families, workplaces and the region they call home.
Approximately $7 million has been committed by the NSW Minns Labor Government to support the rezoning process and contribute to essential enabling infrastructure. The support is in the form of technical investigations addressing flooding, biodiversity, transport, stormwater, infrastructure, and cultural heritage.
If this rezoning proposal is approved, future development of the site would require additional assessment and approval through Tweed Shire Council.
Community members can provide thoughts and feedback about the proposed rezoning and supporting technical documents through the NSW Government's Have Your Say platform from Thursday 12 November to Thursday 10 December 2026.
Feedback received during consultation will inform an independent assessment of the proposal, with a rezoning decision anticipated in early 2027.
For further information or to make a submission, visit:
https://www.haveyoursay.nsw.gov.au/north-arm-road-rezoning
Minister for Recovery and Minister for the North Coast Janelle Saffin said:
"Access to well-located homes is critical for a thriving Northern Rivers, not just for our part of the region's long-term recovery, but so that our local economy can continue to grow.
"This proposal is about creating more options for people who want to remain connected to their communities while building a safer and more resilient future.
"We are committed to progressing recovery in a way that is thoughtful, transparent and I welcome feedback on the proposal because the future of our region should be informed by the people who know the communities they live, work and play in best."
NSW Reconstruction Authority Executive Director Reconstruction Graham Kennett said:
"The proposed rezoning at North Arm Road is another step towards unlocking land that could support future housing opportunities for flood affected communities.
"Our focus is on ensuring that planning decisions are supported by technical evidence, consider infrastructure requirements and provide opportunities for meaningful community input.
"Importantly, rezoning is only the first stage. Any future development would require separate assessment and approval through Tweed Shire Council."
