Take a stroll around the Lismore block and discover the heritage of our CBD, tonight, Thursday, November 13 in a Night at the Museum.Lismore Museum invites the community to the launch of a newly published 200-page book - as part of its Night at the Museum program.A Stroll Around the Block – Exploring the CBD's Heritage was written by long term member of the Richmond River Historical Society (RRHS), Robyn Braithwaite, “The book was partly funded through Lismore City Council’s Community Grants Program,” RRHS publicity officer Glenys Ritchie said.“We have had much interest in the book from locals, business owners, and ex-pat Lismore residents.“The book describes the heritage of the buildings, previous owners, as well as the stories of residents who have lived in the CBD.”  Venue: Lismore Museum, 165 Molesworth StreetDate: Thursday, November 14Time: 5pm for 5.30pmDress: Neat casual

11pmWednesday was a quiet day on the Mt Nardi bush fire front. Good news for most residents in the Channon, Dunoon and Whian Whian communities. This was the blessing the southerly change brought into the Nightcap National Park early this morning. The negative of that southerly change was that it pushed the fire into more inhospitable land so the fire is covering a larger area in the last 24 hours. We started the day with a coverage area of 2,600 hectares but as I write it sits at 4,500 hectares in size.The official word from the NSW RFS is that the Mt Nardi bush fire is still heading towards Tuntable Creek, Huonbrook Valley, Upper Wilsons Creek and Upper Coopers Creek. A resident in Tuntable Creek told the Lismore App that the fire was slowly moving to the south back towards Wallace Road.Tonight firefighters are working to protect properties and establish containment lines. Here are more photos from Darren Janezic taken this evening.The Bureau of Meteorology said the the winds are south easterly 20-25 kmh and tending easterly tonight. There is some hope for the chance of a shower on Sunday, at the moment it sits at 60% with a possible thunderstorm. Let's hope the rain does arrive and in the areas we need it most.There are still a lot of school closures as you would expect. You can see them by pushing on this link schools.A reminder that with the change of winds, the behaviour of the Mt Nardi bush fire could alter its course very quickly so stay vigilant and stay safe.That is Wednesday done, more tomorrow.11amOur first update is a little late this morning due to the fact that the southerly change has brought some relief to firefighters at this stage of the day.Nimbin Deputy Captain Charlie Cohen delivered some good news saying that "no more houses were lost at Tuntable and Terania last night. Ongoing battle".Two houses were destroyed in yesterdays bush fire activity. There is still no confirmation on the destruction of the Tuntable Falls Community School.WaterThe Lismore City Council has just posted a notice about the state of Nimbin drinking water:"We have been working with NSW Health to monitor the quality of water in Nimbin during the bushfires. "At this stage, residents in Nimbin DO NOT need to boil their water. "We will continue to monitor the water to ensure it is free of contaminants and safe to drink".Evacuation centresThe Council also mentioned that the GSAC evacuation centre is now closed.As we reported on Monday Southern Cross University is a new evacuation centre on Military Road, Lismore.There are visible signs for those that do not know the area well. Please register at Zest Cafe on the campus.Free Wi-Fi and computers are available. All facilities on the campus are open and available for evacuees.The Nimbin Showgrounds is another evacuation centre.Gatekeeper Paul Gibbon told the Lismore App this morning that 150-200 people at the Showgrounds with a lot of families including children with school closures.Due to the lack of animal holding facilities there were only two horses at Nimbin with these due to be moved today.Lismore Showground: The unofficial evacuation centre, the Lismore Showground is also extremely busy with 150 registered people with a host of animals being accommodated due to the animal infrastructure.Currently there are 10 alpacas, 20 goats, 80 poultry and 80 horses which will grow to 140 when another 60 are due for arrival later today.North Coast National A&I Secretary Mark Bailey said that 120 people were served breakfast this morning by their 350 hard working volunteers.The Lismore Showgrounds can comfortable hold up to 250 people so there is more room available if you or your family and friends need accommodation in the coming days.A lot of people and businesses have been donating their time and their products in helping feed and making life easier for evacuees and their families.Read more: Lismore Showground shelters bushfire survivorsMark wanted to thank those that have helped so far....Special thanks to the following people:Betta Home Living for donating the washing machine, Coles for donating food, SALVOS for donating food, Mr Mozzarella for all the pizzas tonight, Adrian for his coffee van, NORCO for donating milk and softdrinks, DPI for the vets, Ian Philips for the $400 cash, the lady who brought in the cake (I love cake!!) Neil Woods, Sue Brand, Peter Engel & John Gibson for helping me today, Michelle Lee and team from Hookers for cooking breakfast, Shelley Oldham for her advice, Elly Bird, Janelle Saffin and Kevin Hogan for checking in on me, the Chaplins for visiting, the kiddies entertainer who just walked in and started going around with her performance for the kids, the Memorial Baths for the free passes, Donna Star Walker Kerry Shrimpton and Johnny Dawson for help in the office and around the ground and everyone else who I will acknowledge soon.Rhod and Sally Best shelter at Lismore Showgrounds.  The futureWhen a disaster hits our region we can be proud that the 2480 community rallies and gives unconditional support.May that continue in the coming days and weeks of this bush fire disaster.The ABC North Coast Facebook site has mentioned that the Mt Nardi fires could last until Christmas.Rural Fire Service Superintendent Michael Brett speaking about the Mt Nardi fire today said: "This big issue here is that these fires are burning in remote country."We can only really deal with them once they start coming out into the interface with private property."I see us here until Christmas unless we see substantial rainfall."Fires are running in areas where people say they shouldn't be - you know, it's rainforest."But the country is just so dry and until we receive some moisture, the smoke haze is going to be around for some time."We're hopeful the community understands and it becomes part of everyday life that there are fires in the area."They need to be vigilant, they need to be prepared, and if they've got properties they need to start making sure they've got strategies."More news as it comes through.

A number of small fires were reported in Lismore yesterday.Thankfully, all of them were brought under control by local firefighters.Last night, two out of control grass fires were listed on the Rural Fire Service’s Fires Near Me website.One on Rous Road, Goonellabah and one on Ostrom Street in South Lismore.Another small fire at the Duck Pond in South Lismore was extinguished.Pictured: Remnants of a fire at the South Lismore Duck Pond yesterday.Police are still reminding the public of the total fire ban after already taking action against three men for breaching the state-wide ban, and a child for committing an act of arson.In the first instance, on Monday 11 November, a 27-year-old man allegedly lit a small campfire at Fowler Reserve, Wallacia, to boil water for cups of tea.NSW Police and Rural Fire Service attended and the man immediately extinguished the flames.He was issued with an on-the-spot $2200 infringement notice for failing to comply with a total fire ban order.Then, about 7pm (Monday 11 November 2019), Rural Fire Service members requested police attend a home in Braidwood Drive, Prestons, following reports a man was burning fence palings in a cylindrical barbecue.Embers from this fire fell to the ground and ignited palings, causing a secondary blaze.Both fires were extinguished and the 35-year-old man was also issued with an infringement notice for failing to comply with a total fire ban order.In a further incident, about 5am today (Tuesday 12 November 2019), it’s alleged a 46-year-old man lit a fire in a small coal barbecue at a home in Danny Road, Lalor Park.Fire and Rescue NSW attended and extinguished the fire.NSW Police spoke with the man and arrested him for failing to comply with a total fire ban order and breach of bail.The man is due to appear before Local Court today (Tuesday 12 November 2019).In the latest incident, about 11.35am today (Tuesday 12 November 2019), a small grass fire broke out in long grass behind Sullivan Street, Worrigee.Police and fire crews attended and extinguished the blaze. A nine-year-old boy, who was with a group of other children, subsequently made admissions to the lighting the fire with a blowtorch.Due to the child’s age, he was issued a warning under the Young Offenders Act.A total state-wide fire ban remains in place.A total fire ban means no fires out in the open. This helps limit the potential of fires developing.During a Total Fire Ban you cannot light, maintain or use a fire in the open, or to carry out any activity in the open that causes, or is likely to cause, a fire.General purpose hot works (such as welding, grinding or gas cutting or any activity that produces a spark or flame) are not to be done in the open.For more information on fire bans, please visit https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-information/fdr-and-tobans/total-fire-ban-rulesTo keep up-to-date with major fire updates, please go to: https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-information/major-fire-updates or download the ‘Fires Near Me’ app: https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-information/fires-near-meAnyone who sees suspicious or illegal behaviour is urged to contact police via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.auInformation is treated in strict confidence. The public is reminded not to report crime via NSW Police social media pages.

The Live Traffic website has re-opened the roundabout at Bruxner Hwy and River Street so all traffic between Lismore and Ballina can se this route.The Pacific Hwy between Ballina and Woodburn is now open following yesterdays Mile Creek bush fire near New Italy.ORIGINAL STORY - TUESDAYDue to the New Italy bush fires Live Traffic and the Richmond District Police have said that the roundabout at Bruxner Hwy and River Street between Lismore and Ballina is closed.Please use the alternative route between Wollongbar and Teven to get onto the M1 heading south and use the Tamarind Drive exit into Ballina.The Pacific Highway is closed between Ballina and Grafton.Photo: ABC North Coast facebook

Bushfire affected landholders with concerns about their animals and livestock can reach out for assistance on the Agricultural Services Hotline.Member for Lismore, Janelle Saffin MP, said the NSW Government’s Agricultural Services Hotline on 1800 814 647 would assist landholders in northern NSW to manage animal welfare-related issues. Department of Primary Industries (DPI) and Local Land Services officers are assisting with:• Emergency fodder and stock water• Animal assessment and veterinary assistance • Stock euthanasia and burial • Livestock feeding and management advice • Care of animals in evacuation centres  With bush fire conditions expected to worsen, Ms Saffin said local landholders should prepare a plan to manage livestock and animals as soon as possible. “There’s range of measures available and I encourage landholders to prepare now and act early,” Ms Saffin said.  “As fires continue to burn across the region, it’s difficult to assess the current damage.” “Unfortunately, infrastructure and stock losses are expected to grow over the coming days.” Landholders are being encouraged to prepare before an emergency by: • Know the risk to you, your animals and property• Know where to go• Know who to call• Know your plan• Have an emergency kit for you and your animals During an emergency, landholders should:  • Act early• Relocate animals and assets to a safer place on/off property• If you are required to evacuate, if possible take your animals with you• Never drive, ride or walk through an active fire zone• Report wildlife injuriesStay up to date on bush fires in your area through the RFS website and the ‘Fires Near Me’ app.

Local police yesterday arrested a Koonorigan man with stolen Rural Fire Service and ambulance equipment.In a Richmond District Police Facebook statement, police allege that at 10:15am on Tuesday, Rural Crime Investigators attended a Cox Road, Koonorigan address where they placed a 36 year old Koonorigan man under arrest for breaching his bail.Police then executed a search warrant on the property,Police located NSW Rural Fire Service uniforms, patches, epaulettes and documentation, a number of NSW Ambulance medic kits, helmets, radios, vehicle registration plates and accessories."It will be alleged the 36 year old is not a member of the RFS or Ambulance Service," the statement said."Police also located documentation related to fraudulent Roads and Motor Services transactions."He was charged with Dishonestly Obtain Financial Advantage By Deception, Goods In Custody, Attempt to Renew Registration by False Statement and Breach Bail."A large amount of seized property and documents is yet to be analysed and further charges may be laid."He was bail refused and will appear at Lismore Local Court today."

10pmAt the end of Tuesday it feels like we dodged a bullet. The towns of Whian Whian, Tuntable Falls, The Channon and Dunoon did not have to be evacuated as expected but there was some property losses. We are not out of the woods yet, the fire danger is still 'severe' and if there is one thing we have learned in the past four days it is that bush fires are very unpredictable, changing paths very quickly and spreading at a very fast rate. Please remain vigilant as the Mt Nardi Bush Fire is still a 'watch and act' classification.NSW RFS Commissioner Shane Fitzsimmons told a news conference at 9pm that the winds were not as strong as expected and did not persist as long as expected leading to the bush fire having less impact toady. The fires also didn't reach as far as modelling thought because of a smoke blanket that started the day.There is a southerly change coming through the far north coast early in the morning making temperatures a great deal cooler than today. These winds should push the Mt Nardi fire north which means away from our towns but into more of the Nightcap National Park. We can expect some easterly winds in the afternoon. While this forecast is positive for home loss and evacuations residents must remain vigilant due to the erratic behaviour of bush fires. Currently the fire covers 2,600 hectares, however this could change when the southerly change moves in.We had two confirmed homes destroyed today in Tuntable Falls plus an unconfirmed report of the Tuntable Falls Community School burning down. Our thoughts are with the owners who must be devastated as I write this story.The following photos were taken by Natasha Tiffany on the Nimbin Hooks Up facebook page of Tuntable Creek Road at 8:40pm looking into Tuntable.Spare a thought for our neighbours to the south and south west who are experiencing the Mile Creek fire near New Italy. Some people have been evacuated to Ballina or our evacuation centre at GSAC. The Pacific Highway is closed between Ballina (at the Bruxner Hwy/River Street roundabout) and Grafton.We will have more updates as the information flows in.4pmThe Total Fire Ban has been extended until midnight Wednesday November 13. This means that no open fires can be lit anywhere in NSW.When firefighters are working under difficult circumstances to save properties, you wonder if some owners could have done more to help their properties;"I'VE BEEN ASKING PEOPLE FOR MONTHS AND YEARS TO CLEAR AROUND THEIR HOUSES - THIS IS WHY!"🏠Senior deputy captain of the Nimbin Rural Fire Service Charlie Cohen says 300 houses are under threat on the western edge of the Nightcap National Park."We're going from house-to-house preparing for ember attack," he said."We'll try to save most of them but not all of them, some are just too hard. Some of them are indefensible."He says it's frustrating seeing homes that have not been adequately prepared."I'm not going to lose firies to save something that someone couldn't care about themselves enough to clear."We have heard from a resident in Tuntable Creek who was allowed into her property for one hour around midday to get a generator and camping gear in case it was needed in the next couple of days. The Mt Nardi bush fire was coming down the Wallace Road ridge towards the Tuntable Falls school and Hall. No official information has been received about the path of the fire or any damage done to the school, hall or homes in the area.Tuntable Falls resident Ginger O'Brien confronted Member for Lismore Janelle Saffin today as the fires got closer to Tuntable Falls https://www.facebook.com/ABCNorthCoast/videos/464763250817765/With the new bush fire erupting near New Italy residents of Woodburn and Evans Head have been advised to head in a northerly direction towards Lismore via the Pacific Highway and Ballina. The evacuation centre is at GSAC at 50 Oliver Avenue, Goonellabah.More details to come.11amIt feels as though everyone is holding their breath at the moment waiting for the northerly wind shift to take place. Reports from people at Tuntable Creek and Dunoon are saying that conditions are calm for now and the communities have packed their cars and activated their bush fire plans in preparation for a possible evacuation later this afternoon.Residents are looking after the elderly and each other by helping clear gutters to get their houses ready for this afternoons events.As you can see by the photos looking at the ridge to the north where the fire is burning, the wind change will push the fire towards the towns of Whian Whian, Tuntable Creek, Dunoon and The Channon.The Lismore City Council has just released this water warning for residents with a private water supply.Fire retardantsFire retardants are being used to slow the spread of fires and protect properties.NSW Health recommends that people with a private drinking water supply maintain an emergency store of drinking water in case a bushfire disrupts your normal supply. Each person requires a minimum of 3 litres of drinking water each day.Ensure you disconnect the down pipe to your rainwater tank as soon as there is a bush fire risk to prevent contaminated water from entering it.If the water tastes, looks or smells unusual do not drink it or give it to animals.The fire retardants currently used in Australia are of low toxicity.If eye contact does occur, rinse eyes with fresh water continuously for several minutes until all contaminant is washed out. If symptoms develop or persist, seek medical attention. If swallowed, rinse your mouth out with fresh water, then consult a doctor. If skin contact occurs wash the affected area with soap and water.For further information call the NSW Poisons Information Centre on 13 11 26.More news as it happens.8:30amIn case you haven't seen this Facebook post from the Nimbin Rural Fire Brigade, here is what our brave and hardworking fire fighters have been doing over night to protect our properties for todays Severe weather warning......Mt Nardi Fire (Western Division) update...The fire burning around Mt Nardi and east to Terania Creek, Huonbrook and beyond continues to burn out of control. In the early hours of Sunday, Wallace Rd Control lines were breached and crews needed to withdraw from the ridge.TUNTABLE SECTORLocal weather conditions yesterday around Nimbin allowed brigades to reduce some of the lighter, volatile fuel hazards around homes within Tuntable Falls CoOp.While some structures remain indefensible, crews continued working overnight, alongside community members who chose to stay and defend. Back burning operations at the north end of the CoOp continued before dawn.The hope will be to see the Tuntable Sector of this fire push eastward, back on itself and give our teams a real chance at property protection along the Tuntable Creek Valley floor.TERANIA SECTORThere is a deep black edge east below Wallace Rd, along the Terania Creek Valley, but fire continues to burn in inaccessible terrain along the fire’s southwestern flank.For the safety of fire crews, Wallace Rd had to be abandoned as a strategic control line.Today’s West/Southwest winds will put pressure on this southwest edge and we expect the fire to extend southward along the Wallace Rd ridge and Terania Creek Valley.Potential for ember attack further south and east across the valley is high. Variability of local wind, falling trees and spotting has potential for the fire to also creep west (against the WSW winds) into Siddha Farm Community and extend its southern range through the Tuntable Creek ValleyNEWTON SECTORA solid effort by NPWS crews and heavy plant plus retardant drops by the 737 Large Air Tanker has protected the area’s communications infrastructure at Mt Nardi.A CABA equipped crew has been tasked with monitoring the northwest fire activity and protecting the Comms Towers at the top of Newton Drive.It is going to be a dynamic and challenging day for us all. Many roads remain closed and others will no doubt follow suit. The projected range of ember threat from this fire extends many kilometres to the south east.0Please be vigilant and follow all RFS updates to the official website and local instructions as they come to hand. This page is administered by active Nimbin RFB firefighters and unlikely to be updated until today’s end.Stress levels and emotions are running high throughout every community, but cool heads must prevail. Stay safe, be kind and support one another. Peace ❤️We will put out more information as it comes to hand throughout the day.

Wildlife Information and Rescue Service (WIRES) has been receiving many calls and messages from members of the public who are wanting to help wildlife in this terrible bushfire crisis. WIRES would like to thank the community for their concern about local wildlife and express their gratitude for the generous offers of help that are being forwarded to us. WIRES Northern Rivers would like to convey that, at present, there is nothing WIRES volunteers are able to do to rescue animals from the active fire zones as it is unsafe to go into these areas and access is open to fire fighting personnel only. Busby the Eastern Grey joey who survived the recent Busby’s Flats fire is currently in care with WIRES, recovering from burns to his feet. If and when there is opportunity to respond, they will be doing all they can to assist injured animals. Sadly, in severe fires, very little wildlife survives and it is not until later that animals that may have been displaced from their homes move into more populated areas and are reported to us. If anyone in or around the fires finds injured animals in the Northern Rivers area, please contact WIRES on 66281898.Please do not call the Hotline to offer assistance at the moment as it is needed for rescue calls. However, if you are looking for things you CAN do to assist at the moment, WIRES suggests the following: • Consider donating to WIRES. You can do so online by going to https://www.wires.org.au/ Click on the "donate" button.In the Notes field you can indicate if you would like your donation to support fire affected areas or if you would like it to go to the local Northern Rivers branch.You can also donate by cheque to PO Box 1356, Lismore, NSW 2480 – Please provide contact details and a receipt will be posted to you. All local donations support the rehabilitation of Northern Rivers wildlife.• Everyone can assist wildlife in their local area by putting out water for animals. Remember to put in a stick or rock so small animals can’t drown. • If you are keen to make a longer-term commitment to helping wildlife in our area, consider joining WIRES. For more information about how you can join and contribute email wiresnr@wiresnr.com .  • Follow WIRES Northern Rivers on Facebook for further information as the fire crisis unfolds.WIRES relies heavily on the generosity of caring people for support. All donations $2 and over are tax deductible. Now is also a great time to join WIRES and start learning to be a wildlife rescuer. The 24-hour hotline is for all rescue, advice or membership calls in the Northern Rivers - call 6628 1898 or go to http://wiresnr.org/Helping.html to find out how you can help.

The wind was starting to blow more strongly at Lismore Showgrounds this afternoon, where about 30 families and their animals were camping after evacuating from the Mount Nardi bushfire.Lismore Show Society secretary Mark Bailey said at the moment, Lismore Showgrounds is a fire safety area, not an emergency evacuation centre. “There are toilets, showers and drinking water and free coffee,” Mark said.“From tomorrow, breakfast will be made for those staying at the grounds by show society volunteers at Norma’s Kitchen.”The showground is providing shelter for large animals and chickens, but not domestic pets.There are horses, about 80 chickens as well as goats, horses, sheep and alpacas already sheltering at the showground, with pigs due to arrive later.There is water at the site and the owners of the animals are bringing in food for them.Neil Woods, a goat breeder from Modanville who looks after the goats at the annual Lismore Show, said he had now had about 60 goats at his property – most of which had been brought in from people in Tuntable, Koonorigan and Whian Whian areas affected by local bushfires, needing somewhere safe for their animals. “Sheep are the biggest worry in these hot conditions, they don’t do well in the heat,” Neil said.Lismore Show Society president John Gibson said Greg Clark from Lismore Poultry Club is organising the transportation of chickens to the showground if anyone needs help.The Winsome Hotel on Bridge Street, North Lismore is offering free lunch to anyone who needs it every day.Ross Wilson and Avis Newton.People, food and animal coordinationRoss Wilson and his wife Avis Newton were travelling through the area with their caravan and wanted to help out with coordinating people and animals at the Lismore showground.Ross said anyone thinking of coming to the showground with their families and animals should ring him for information about the facilities and what they might need. Ross’s number is 0416 845 377.“A woman from new Italy just rang and asked if she could bring her pigs here”, Ross said.“Another guy has offered to be here to give body work or counselling services if needed.“Mr Mozarella said he’ll be here tonight making free pizzas for everyone. “And the chaplain is here for people.“People have been offering tents and camping supplies if anyone needs it, and the Tiny Homes people have offered the use of their big truck if anything needs to be moved.Ross is filling and checking water for animals throughout the day at the showground. Avis said stall holders from the Channon Market – which was cancelled on Sunday due to the fires - brought their fruit and vegetables to the showground to donate to people who needed it.“So, I got some bags and created individual lots of supplies which were handed out to the families staying at the showground,” Avis said.Free coffeeLismore resident Adrian Smith brought his coffee truck to the showgrounds and is making free coffee and salad rolls for people. He also has free cold drinks and frozen chocolate bananas, which were appreciated in the hot weather.  “It’s the least I could do,” he said.“Our community needs help and it’s not too hard to offer something to others.“I was in a fire at the beginning of this year and I lost everything. “It really resonates with me what people are going though – their feelings are intense. “We can’t even fathom what’s going o in their minds.“I also went down to help out at Rappville HQ when the fires were on there and made coffee for the firies.”EscapeTim Proctor had evacuated from Nightcap Range Road, near Minyon falls and came to get one of Adrian’s frozen treats. “I’ve been living there 28 years and was going back each to day to rescue more stuff from my house, but the RFS are not letting any more people through the roads there,” Tim said.“I’ve got what I could fit in my SUV, but I’ve still got lots of stuff up there. I’m not going back today.“The fire came within five kilometres of my place and wind keeps changing.”Rhod and Sally Best shelter at Lismore Showgrounds.The first wave from Tuntable – Rhod and Sally BestRhod Best and Sally Best came from Tuntable seeking shelter at Lismore Showgrounds on Sunday night. They turned up in a ute with nothing and it turned out one of their friends had just brought in a fully set up caravan for use by fire evacuees.“We were in the first wave of people from Tuntable Creek,” Rhod said. “There are still people out at Tuntable who live down near the creek. I hope they are okay.“We were at the top of the range and we were forced to evacuate by the police. “We thought we had at least an hour to pack but we were told to leave now. “So, we went to the Channon market grounds and there were about six car loads of people there, but no one knew what to do.“The drinking bubblers were on but the shed was locked so there was no cooking facilities or running tap water.“We didn’t want to sleep in our car in a smoky atmosphere, so we decided to come to Lismore.”Rhod and Sally said they were glad they were safe, but were watching the wind direction.“We know that if the smoke starts to come over Lismore again, it means the fire will be travelling toward our house.“Its horrible that if the wind is going the other way, its good for us, but bad for someone else.”They said they were glad to hear the Hugh and Nan Nicolson has defended and saved their property at Terania Creek, near Protestors Falls. “They were instrumental in saving Terania Creek from logging 30 years ago,” Sally said.“I’ve seen the Tuntable valley change so much, from being a cleared area to having lots of trees.Accommodation, evacuation and informationOfficial evacuation centresThe official evacuation centres for people displaced by the bushfire emergency are:Goonellabah Sports and Aquatic Centre (GSAC), 50 Oliver Avenue, Goonellabah.Nimbin Showgrounds, 33-37 Cecil St, Nimbin.Kyogle Memorial Hall, Stratheden Street, KyogleCavanbah Centre, 249 Ewingsdale Road, ByronMullumbimby Ex-Services Club, 58 Dalley Street, MullumbimbyAnimal housing and camping option:Lismore Showgrounds, 116 Alexandra Parade, North Lismore. Call Ross on 0416 845 377 if you're thinking of coming to Lismore ShowgroundKyogle Showground is open for people who have large animals, but it is not an official evacuation centre.People are encouraged to register at the Official Evacuation Centres before they proceed to the showgrounds.DonationsLismore City Councillor Elly Bird said that we are currently in emergency mode and anyone wanting to donate items such as blankets, food and clothing should not drop off items to the official evacuation centres until it is called for.Register If you evacuate, register your details so your family and friends know you are safe.You can register in person at Nimbin Showgrounds, or via the Red Cross website Register.Find.Reunite https://register.redcross.org.au/Information sites and phone numbersA Facebook site has been set up to help with coordination of accommodation for people displaced by the fires:https://www.facebook.com/Northern-NSW-help-and-assistance-with-fires-105569034234379/If you require information about the current bush fires, please call the Bush Fire Information Line on 1800 679 737.For general information and assistance please call the Public Information Inquiry Centre on 1800 227 228.Stay up to date with all fire activity by monitoring https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.auListen to your local radio stations, especially the ABC, and monitor the NSW Police Facebook site https://www.facebook.com/nswpoliceforce/

People with anorexia nervosa, bulimia and other complex eating disorders will now be able to access new services through Medicare that will help save lives.It is estimated that around 900,000 Australians have an eating disorder.Federal Member for Page Kevin Hogan announced this week that the Federal Government will subsidise these life-saving services for the first time. “People will have access to up to 40 psychological services and 20 dietetic services, under the care of their GP or specialist,” Mr Hogan said. “The new items represent a historic advance in the quality and affordability of care provided to those facing the devastating challenge of an eating disorder, enabling those affected, their families and their carers to get the support they desperately need and deserve. “Under the changes, health practitioners will be better able to deliver a full course of treatment as their patients will have one comprehensive care plan and be able to claim the services through Medicare. “These disorders affect not only the patient, but also their families and loved ones, and have one of the highest mortality rates of any psychiatric illness. “The Government asked the expert clinician-led MBS Review Taskforce to provide advice on how the Medicare Benefits Schedule could be improved to assist patients with eating disorders. “The items were developed by the Taskforce through extensive consultation and design of accreditation standards with experts from across the sector. They support a model of best practice, evidence-based care for patients and encourage a multidisciplinary approach involving a range of clinical expertise.” These new services are part of the Government’s commitment to supporting people with eating disorders. This includes: •     $63 million to establish a national network of community based residential eating disorder treatment centres which will provide wrap-around support and specialist care •     $13.6 million from 2016-17 to 2021-22 to support the National Eating Disorders Collaboration (NEDC) to develop a nationally consistent best-practice approach to the prevention and management of eating disorders. •     $1.5 million each year to 2021 for the Butterfly Foundation’s national online counselling service 1800 ED HOPE, which provides free support, counselling and guidance on treatments and referral options to people affected by an eating disorder, including family, friends and health professionals. The Government is also investing in research to support prevention and better identification and treatment of eating disorders. This includes $5 million for research into eating disorders through the Million Minds Health Research Mission and $4 million to the InsideOut Institute for Eating Disorders to develop a strategy for research into eating disorders and translating it into clinical practice. This research will help build understanding of how prevention, early identification, and evidence-based treatment will help Australians with eating disorders to access world-class support. Information regarding the new Medicare items structure can be obtained at MBSOnline. 

9:30pmThe bush fire at Mt Nardi is still burning on multiple fronts toward Tuntable Falls Road. Tomorrow sees a Severe Fire Warning present with strong winds, low humidity and high temperatures.The remaining residents of Tuntable Creek have had a meeting and are activating their evacuation plan with some planning to leave tonight.Residents in Whian Whian, Dunoon and The Channon are advised to action their Bushfire Survival Plan now to prepare themselves for possible evacuation tomorrow. We will experience gusty west to northwest winds ahead of a dry cold front on Tuesday. The unpredictable weather pattern that constantly changes is a threat for these areas.NSW Rural Fire Service Commissioner Shane Fitzsimmons has warned residents to leave sooner rather than later to avoid "anxiety"."Leaving early is the safest option," Mr Fitzsimmons said.The Nimbin Evacuation Centre has 170 registered people while not an official evacuation centre, the Lismore Showground has 30-35 families staying tonight with horses and poultry. GSAC is the second official evacuation centre at 50 Oliver Avenue, Goonellabah.In an email to staff at Lismore Southern Cross University today, Vice Chancellor and President of SCU Professor Adam Shoemaker said "Based on the advice and request of the SES, we have now declared the Lismore campus an evacuation centre as a refuge for the public from 7am tomorrow". Rous County Council is asking the community to be especially mindful of their water use considering bushfires in the region and worsening weather conditions forecast for Tuesday 12 November 2019.To support firefighting and essential services, Council urges people at home to conserve water as much as possible for the next 48 hours.Rous County Council General Manager Phillip Rudd said: "Considering the current bushfire situation at Mount Nardi National Park and the worsening weather conditions that are forecast tomorrow, we’re asking the community to please use water conservatively for the next 48 hours. Reducing water demand in the system will help support firefighting and other essential services."Council continues to monitor the situation and will keep the community updated with any new information with regards to water supply.We will keep you informed of any changes throughout tomorrow for what will be an anxious day for everyone living in the 2480 post code.5pmThere has been little change since our midday update regarding the Mt Nardi bush fires. It is still a 'Watch & Act' and out of control.As you may have read the Premier, Gladys Berejiklian has declared a seven day State Of Emergency for NSW ahead of what is to be a brutal Tuesday with strong winds and temperatures in the high thirties. Lismore expecting a top of 35 degrees with Nimbin 37 with gusting Northerly winds which is the concern for fire fighters.The following schools have been listed as closed tomorrow on the LCC facebook page at 2:30 this afternoon;Barkers Vale Public SchoolCoffee Camp Public SchoolThe Channon Public SchoolDunoon Public SchoolJiggi Public School and PreschoolModanville Public SchoolNimbin Central SchoolSt Johns WoodlawnTuntable Creek Public SchoolWhian Whian Public SchoolRainbow Ridge School for Steiner Education, Lillian RockTuntable Falls Community School, NimbinA reminder that the official evacuation centres are at;Nimbin Showgrounds andGSAC (50 Oliver Avenue, Goonellabah)The Lismore Showground has camping and animal facilities. As of this morning they had about 30-35 people with 15 horses being accommodated. The Lismore Showgrounds can be found at 116 Alexandra Parade, North Lismore, you can contact them on 6621 59 16.There are health risks involved for some people because of the smoke and ash in the air, please read our earlier story Bushfire smoke brings NSW health alert.More news as it comes to hand.12pmWhile we are experiencing benign conditions from the Mt Nardi bush fires and no homes are at threat today, Tuesday poses more questions and problems for the NSW RFS.Based on the BOM weather forecast the fire danger is 'Severe'.This is subject to change as the weather conditions change.Residents in The Channon has been advised they may need to evacuate this afternoon or tomorrow morning.This is a precautionary measure given the unpredictable nature of the weather conditions which are constantly changing due to variable winds and hot temperatures.There are two 'safe' evacuation areas that have been set-up across the region:The Nimbin Showground andGSAC (Goonellabah Sport and Aquatic Centre) (A second bushfire evacuation centre opens in Lismore )The Lismore Showground is an unofficial third option for residents to camp and bring animals to safety.The directive for residents from Terania Creek to head to The Channon, has been removed from the NSW RFS website.It is suggested that residents now head to the listed evacuation centres.To keep up to date with the latest Mt Nardi Bush Fire news, use our button on the Lismore App main page (Bush Fires)More news as it comes to light.8:25amWe have woken to some good news this morning with the NSW RFS saying that the Mt Nardi bush fire conditions are easing across the fire ground.However, the threat is not yet contained but the immediate threat to homes has eased.The fire is still burning on multiple fronts towards Tuntable Falls Road in the south, and Huonbrook in the east.While there is good news this morning, tomorrows temperatures will be in the mid 30's so conditions could turn again very quickly.To keep you up to date with the latest bush fire information we have created a Bush Fire button on the main page of the Lismore App. This will take you directly to the important news sources available including the NSW Rural Fire Service, the Nimbin Rural Fire Brigade, the Richmond District Police, ABC North Coast and the NSW Department of Education (for school closures).We will also provide new information as it comes to hand.Read stories from Tuntable community residents Sarah Lonie, Nerelle Draisma, Drew Aird and Maggie Bourne as they evacuated; what the options are for where to go with your family and animals if you evacuate; what's needed in the way of supplies; and the link to the webcam on upper Tuntable Falls Road: Nimbin residents flee as "the wettest rainforest in Northern NSW is burning"Also read: Bushfire puts Nimbin community in 'uncharted territory'

The NSW Premier has declared a seven-day state of emergency ahead of catastrophic bushfire conditions predicted for this week.Last night, the Rural Fire Service Commissioner Shane Fitzsimmons wrote to Premier Gladys Berejiklian requesting she declare a State of Emergency under Section 33 of the State of Emergency and Rescue Management Act.Together with the advice of the Minister for Police and Emergency Services David Elliott, and other frontline agencies across the State, the declaration was made, granting emergency powers to the RFS Commissioner. “Our State has already been hit by some of the most devastating bushfires we have ever seen, with three lives lost and more than 150 structures destroyed,” Ms Berejiklian said.“With catastrophic weather conditions predicted for this week, particularly Tuesday with hot weather and strong winds, I have decided to take the Commissioner’s advice and make this declaration.“It will ensure our State is best placed to respond to the predicted fire conditions.”Worsening bushfire conditions are expected over the coming week, including anticipated catastrophic conditions in the Greater Sydney and Greater Hunter areas, and the potential for significant existing bushfire activity to be exacerbated in Northern NSW, and the North and Mid North Coast.This is the first time since new fire danger ratings were introduced in 2009 that catastrophic fire danger has been forecast for Sydney.The State of Emergency declaration, the first since October 2013, allows powers to be transferred from the NSW Government to the RFS Commissioner.These powers include the ability to:• Direct any government agency to conduct or refrain from conducting its functions;• Control and coordinate the allocation of government resources;• Evacuate people from property within the declared area;• Close roads and thoroughfares to traffic;• Pull down or shore up infrastructure at risk of collapse;• Order the shutdown of essential utilities in the declared area including electricity, gas, oil and water; and• Enter or take possession of property in the course of the emergency response.Mr Elliott said this was an appropriate decision and sends a strong message that the directions of the RFS to the public during this period should be swiftly followed.“Today’s announcement shows the NSW Government will always put the safety of the people in this State ahead of anything else,” he said“Our bush firefighters will be empowered during this period to ensure their directions are followed and community safety can be enhanced.”The declaration is valid for a period of seven days from today.Read more about bushfire emergency contacts: Bush Fires

NSW Health is reminding people to take precautions as smoke from the severe bushfires is expected to cause poor air quality. NSW Health Director of Environmental Health Dr Richard Broome reminds people to take precautions as smoke can irritate the respiratory system and aggravate existing lung and heart conditions.  “Smoke contains fine particles that can affect people’s health,” Dr Broome said. “For most people, smoke causes mild symptoms like sore eyes, nose and throat. “However, people with existing lung and heart conditions like asthma, emphysema and angina are more likely to be sensitive to the effects of smoke. “People with these conditions should avoid outdoor physical activity when there’s smoke around. “People with asthma should also follow their Asthma Action Plan and have their relieving medication with them.” “The best way to reduce exposure to smoke is to stay indoors with the doors and windows shut. ““Air conditioning can also help to filter particles from indoor air,” Dr Broome said. Up-to-date information on air quality is available on the NSW Air Quality Website: https://www.environment.nsw.gov.au/aqms/aqi.htm In case of emergency always remember to dial Triple Zero. For more information, visit the NSW Health air quality web page at: http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/environment/factsheets/Pages/bushfire-smoke.aspx

HSC students who can’t sit exams because of the bushfires have a few options.The NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) advises HSC students in bushfire affected areas to contact their school if unsure whether exams will occur, or if it is unsafe to reach an examination venue.NESA advises that if you are cut off from attending your exam centre by a bushfire, you may attend a neighbouring school on exam day if it is safe to do so.NESA said it will liaise with examination Presiding Officers and school principals and update information about the situation where this is possible, and that information may change at short notice as further updates are received.Any student in this situation should notify their school as soon as possible and remember never put yourself at risk in order to reach an examination centre.If you are unable to attend an examination due to a natural disaster you are eligible to lodge an Illness/Misadventure appeal. This ensures that you are not further disadvantaged by factors out of your control.For more information, visit https://studentsonline.nesa.nsw.edu.au/

Due to the bushfire in the Nightcap National Park, local schools in the NImbin area are closed for the next two days.Parents are urged to keep their children at home as there will be no supervision at the schools. Schools include: Nimbin Central School, Coffee Camp Public School, Tuntable Falls Community College, Tuntable Creek Public School, Barkersvale Public School, Rainbow Ridge Steiner School, Whian Whian, Terania Creek, and The Channon Public School.Read stories from Tuntable community residents Sarah Lonie, Nerelle Draisma, Drew Aird and Maggie Bourne as they evacuated; what the options are for where to go with your family and animals if you evacuate; what's needed in the way of supplies; and the link to the webcam on upper Tuntable Falls Road: Nimbin residents flee as "the wettest rainforest in Northern NSW is burning"

All of the enclosures are full of rescued koalas at the Lismore Friends of the Koala (FoK) sanctuary.FoK president Ros Irwin said all the koalas being rescued, regardless of whether as a result of the fires, are “dehydrated at the least”.  “All of our runs are full - as are the hospitals at Port Macquarie, Currumbin and the Australia Zoo,” she said.“‘On top of the fires, this is the peak season for koalas to be on the move, and we are still responding to rescue koalas that have been hit by cars or attacked by dogs.”In regard to the fires, Ros said that Friends of the Koala had been unprepared for bushfires and they are presently working with a wide range of people including the RFS, National Parks & Wildlife, Forestry and other local wildlife organisations.“It’s about undertaking the required fire awareness training so that they can get in to rescue koalas on the firegrounds,” she said.“We have been working with Forestry, who are having blinky drinkers or watering stations produced, to get some for this area. “We know that many people understandably are really wanting to do something for wildlife - as are we – but given the catastrophic fires that have burnt out nearly 150,000 hectares of forests, National Parks and bush in our area even before the recent fires in the Lismore LGA - in our opinion it is too dangerous now to go onto any of the firegrounds.”Ros said that whilst some people have been taking in water and branches of eucalypts for koalas, it’s best not to do that until the RFS has given the all-clear. Even then, whilst providing water is important, placing branches on the ground will probably make people feel good, but koalas do not eat on the ground and are so selective as to which individual leaf they choose that it isn’t particularly helpful.For more information, visit the FoK website https://www.friendsofthekoala.org/Read stories from Tuntable community residents Sarah Lonie, Nerelle Draisma, Drew Aird and Maggie Bourne as they evacuated; what the options are for where to go with your family and animals if you evacuate; what's needed in the way of supplies; and the link to the webcam on upper Tuntable Falls Road: Nimbin residents flee as "the wettest rainforest in Northern NSW is burning"

Lismore City Council has opened a second Evacuation Centre has now opened at the Goonellabah Sports and Aquatic Centre at 50 Oliver Avenue, Goonellabah for fire-affected residents from Tuntable Falls and Terania Creek. The Nimbin Evacuation Centre at the Nimbin Showgrounds also remains open.For services information about the bushfires, the Lismore App has a new Bush Fires button with important phone numbers and links: Bush FiresRead stories from Tuntable community residents Sarah Lonie, Nerelle Draisma, Drew Aird and Maggie Bourne as they evacuated; what the options are for where to go with your family and animals if you evacuate; what's needed in the way of supplies; and the link to the webcam on upper Tuntable Falls Road. Nimbin residents flee as "the wettest rainforest in Northern NSW is burning"https://lismore.app.link/onkM8Mi5v1

Every phone buzzed in Nimbin Town Hall at the same time as the automated NSW RFS emergency bushfire warning to evacuate the Tuntable area was delivered to a crowd of hundreds this afternoon.In the hall, concerned Nimbin residents were attending a community meeting to receive updated information about the bushfire on Mount Nardi and the Nightcap National Park.Some were wearing face masks to protect them from the smoke and ashes in the air, and some had already evacuated from Tuntable Creek in the previous days.Read stories from Tuntable community residents Sarah Lonie, Nerelle Draisma, Drew Aird and Maggie Bourne as they evacuated; what the options are for where to go with your family and animals if you evacuate; what's needed in the way of supplies; and the link to the webcam on upper Tuntable Falls Road. Nimbin residents flee as "the wettest rainforest in Northern NSW is burning"NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) superintendent Brian Daley addressed the crowd and said the fire had escalated to a ‘Watch and Act’ level. “We are in uncharted territory here.” Supt Daley said. “Fires across NSW have already taken hundreds of homes and people have lost their lives”.Supt Daley said he believed the fire could have started from a lightning strike in the area on October 8, which may have reignited. “It’s now out of control,” he said. “We are on emergency warning level five now. “Over 2200 hectares are on fire.“It’s burning in wet forest areas where fire normally doesn’t go.”Infrastructure concerns Supt Daley said fire crews were currently fighting to protect telecommunications and power infrastructure in the Tuntable and Terania Creek areas. “We have significant infrastructure concerns about the tower on Mount Nardi,” he said.“We have tankers with pumps doing protective work around the tower.“If the infrastructure is affected by fire we could lose power and communications to a lot of areas.“Then we would have no pressure pumps to fight fires under those conditions.“We can’t have the fire trucks at every house - we don’t have enough appliances. If your property is not able to be protected, you need to decide to stay or leave.“We’ve seen what happened in Black Friday – if people leave it too late to get out and get trapped in their cars.“Heat and ember attack will be a problem too.”He urged people to leave the area and find emergency accommodation with friends and family, or go to the designated evacuation area at Nimbin showgrounds."As bad as it gets"Supt Daley gave a projected weather forecast and said next Tuesday “will be as bad as it gets”.“The temperature will be 35 degrees with a wind blowing N/NW at 27-30km/hr which will push the fire to the east towards the coastal areas. “Next Saturday, the temperature is expected to be 36.“We have no respite, no cool overnight temperature, no rain and the humidity is low.“The fires will burn overnight. Normally we would have containment lines already in place, but that is not the case here.“If the wind picks up, it will blow the fire over the containment lines.He said the fire had already travelled down the western side of the mountain, against RFS predictions.“Coming back under an easterly wind, it could easily wind into Terania Creek.”SES says 'register'State Emergency Service (SES) unit commander John Ludlow said the SES were on site to work together with the RFS to deliver logistics through the evacuations. “If you leave your home to stay somewhere else, register with the evacuation centre before you leave Nimbin town, so we know where everyone is,” he said.“We are getting phone calls from people who are concerned about the location of their loved ones.”Fire retardants Local MP Janelle Saffin addressed the crowd and said she had been approached by locals concerned about the use of fire retardants which had been dropped from the sky into the area.“The fire retardants are safe and contain no nasties,” she said.“People have also been asking me why the army isn’t here. “They are not trained firefighters, but I have brought it up for consideration with the State and Federal Government.”What to do Nimbin Rural Fire Brigade deputy captain Marcus Montscheff said people who had the opportunity to be billeted out at someone else’s house should do so.“Get your basics, your pets, your passport and photos and get out to a safe place,” he said.One of the residents asked if Gungas Road would be safe from the fire and Dep Capt Montscheff said that while it was not an immediate threat, “you can’t tell how soon until it might get there”.“It’s unpredictable,” he said. “If the fire is on a road below your place, your chance to escape may be gone.“Leave early and be safe.”“I know you look out at the urban bush interface around you and you see a big pile of kindling.“Embers can fly hundreds of metres or even kilometres in the wind.He said the fire was changing its path constantly due to wind changes, and that everyone should keep up to date with what was happening though the RFS Fires near me app or website.Help availableLocals asked if there would be any change in the amount of help available to contain the fire.NSW RFS Supt Daley said when it came to fire fighting resources, the areas in greatest threat, such as in the Sydney area would potentially get the use of the appliances.“We might lose some of our planes and tanker assets to the Sydney basin, but we have bulldozers and fire crews here.“We are also getting 29 volunteer fire fighters from the Sydney area tomorrow who will fight on our crews.”Ellie McWilliam, from Lismore City Council led the community meeting and said she had been working in disaster recovery preparedness.“Each person in a bushfire needed to be autonomous, independent and manage themselves, to have a survival plan, talk to family members and leave early,” she said.“I live on Wallace Road. I felt relief when I left yesterday. “When the warning comes to evacuate – do it.”Accommodation, evacuation and registeringEvacuees can register in person at Nimbin Showgrounds, or via the Red Cross website Register.Find.Reunite https://register.redcross.org.au/Camping accommodation is available at Nimbin and Lismore Showgrounds.Lismore showgrounds are available to shelter people’s animals, including livestock.Nimbin showgrounds have places for cats, dogs and people.If you want to keep up with the latest information about the bushfire emergency, the Facebook page Nimbin Hook Ups will be one of the ways information will be given to the community.Schools closedLocal schools are closed for the next two days. Parents are urged to keep their children at home as there will be no supervision at the schools. Schools include: Nimbin Central, Coffee Camp, Tuntable Falls, Tuntable Creek, Whian Whian, Terania Creek, Barkersvale, Rainbow Ridge, Steiner School and The Channon Public School.

8:30pmAs you can imagine, some schools in the area will be closed tomorrow, those listed by the NSW Department of Education are;Coffee Camp Public SchoolTuntable Creek Public SchoolTuntable Falls Community SchoolNimbin Central SchoolThe Channon Public SchoolPlease check with your local school if you are near bush fire affected areas.6pmThe fires at Tuntable Falls have intensified. The Richmond District Police have asked ALL residents of Tuntable Falls and Terania Creek to leave now.More details as they come to hand.1:12pmThere will be a community meeting at Nimbin Town Hall at 4pm today. Representatives from police, RFS, SES and other agencies will be there to talk about planning and contingencies for the next few days.A lot of forward planning is going into preparing for Tuesday, which has the potential to be a very bad day for fires. RFS firefighters continue to fight fires all over our region.This is from the Nimbin Rural Fire Brigade Facebook site......Given the Nimbin A&I Showground Evacuation area has no accommodation infrastructure and community members are privately offering accommodation and such to the brigade directly... there is a clear need for someone other than Nimbin RFB to coordinate accommodation for possible evacuees. Unfortunately the brigade simply does not have the time or Human Resources to drive this. Please someone establish a visible access point through existing local social networks to direct inquires and offers.As soon as we hear who or what organisation os coordinating emergency accommodation we will let you know.Nimbin Rural Fire Brigade said that 44 local firefighters and eight appliances are working to suppress the spread of fire in Terania Creek Valley and along Wallace Rd."Despite a long day and overnight efforts, the fire has spotted across Wallace Rd, north of Tuntable Falls Trail. Crews have fallen back to this line and are working hard to exclude fire from the Tuntable Falls CoOp side ahead of an E/SE afternoon wind change," Nimbin Rural Fire Brigade said on its Facebook page."We have learned that people are returning to their homes in Tuntable Falls CoOp and Newton Drive. While the Watch and Act advice level remains in place, residents need to be aware that this remains an extremely dynamic situation. The Evacuation advice remains in place. If your plan is to leave... Leave."The bush fires may mean that some areas may experience electricity outages. This could be well in advance of a fire actually threatening someones home. These outages is not to panic the community but is for managing and protecting the electricity network. People that rely on this power and who are considering staying and defending their homes should rethink their plans.More to come following the 4pm meeting at the Nimbin Town Hall.10amAs at 7:49 this morning, the Mt Nardi National Park bush fire continues to burn on multiple fronts towards Tuntable Falls Road in the South and Hounbrook in the east. The fire covers 2,200 hectares and is still considered out of control but is considered "Watch and Act" at this point.According to the RFS NSW fire activity has eased and firefighters are continuing to work on slowing the spread of the fireThe advice for residents at Tuntable Falls and Terania Creek is to leave their homes with Tuntable Falls residents to go to the evacuation centre at the Nimbin Showground while Terania Creek residents are to go to The Channon.A reminder that The Channon Markets have been cancelled today.Paul Gibbons, who is the gatekeeper at the Nimbin Showground, told the Lismore App "there are about 60-100 people at the Nimbin Showground"."Quite a few of those are families who have brought their dogs and cats"."It is a little quiet now as people have left this morning to check on their properties", he said.Gibbons also said there are no specific horse stable or cattle holding areas available but they can accommodate them. People should call him on 0458 872 228 before bringing any animals to the Nimbin Showground.The Lismore Showgrounds has offered their facilities to anyone needing emergency accommodation including horse stables, holding pens and chicken pens. You can call 6621 5916 for more information.Fire has devastated some homes very close to the 2480 postcode. The Wood family lost their property yesterday at Bora Ridge in Coraki.Photo: ABC North Coast Facebook page.Despite the downgrade to "Watch and Act" for the Mt Nardi bushfire, temperatures set to soar to the high 30's on Tuesday.Residents in Tuntable Falls and Terania Creek and their properties are a long way from returning home.Richmond Police District also released the following details this morning:* Myall Creek - fire is over 790 hectares and is being controlled. Still burning on multiple fronts.* Bora Ridge – 790 hectares lost and is out of control. The Coraki evacuation centre is closed but will reopen if necessary.* Woodenbong - fire is 400 hectares and is out of control. It is a long away from the Woodenbong township.* Jacksons Flat – out of control* Captains Creek – 647 hectares, under control.* Rivertree – 647 hectares, being controlled.* Long Gully Road, Busbys Flat Road, Jacksons Flat Road – under control* National parks are closed, please no not attend Minyon Falls. If you have any plans to go bushwalking for the next few days I would strongly suggest for your own safety that you don’t.* New England highway is open. Gwider and Oxley are closed. Pacific Highway between Taree and Nabiac is closed to heavy vehicles. Consult the Live Traffic app before making any driving plans.Mount Nardi on Saturday evening. Photo: Nimbin Rural Fire BrigadeLismore City Council said deteriorating weather conditions over the next two to three days will increase the risk for residents and communities in Mount Nardi and potentially in other areas nearby."Residents in those areas need to be ready to enact their Bushfire Survival Plan," Lismore City Council said."The fire situation means that electricity supply to homes is likely to be cut off, and well in advance of a fire actually threatening someone’s home. This is a function of managing and protecting the electricity network. People who would rely on power to stay and defend their homes should rethink their plans."If you do not have a plan, decide what you will do if the situation changes. Leaving early is your safest option.