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TfNSW Traffic Plans - Thirroul Community Feedback

The Feedback Summary Report on the proposed traffic improvement options for Thirroul was released last week. The report has captured and responded to community feedback received on the proposed traffic improvement options displayed in June and July 2021 for Thirroul. It was clear the community do not believe either of the proposed options would meet their needs.

Have a read of the report

Nick McLaren Interviews TfNSW about Thirroul Traffic Plans

TfNSW does not seem to make the link between them rejecting their own proposals for clearways and continuous lanes of traffic through Thirroul, sacrificing LHD Street Parking and the Thirroul Plaza DA inflicting exactly the same thing! How can a state government agency abandon their own plans, and then accept a set of plans, equally damaging to the Thirroul town centre, proposed by a private developer with private interests?

Nick McLaren interviews Louise Wellington on ABC Illawarra

Nick McLaren from ABC Illlawarra interviews Louise Wellington at the plaza dite to discuss the issues with the Thirroul PLaza DA.

Community Meetup held on 7 April 2022

There was a great turn out at the community meeting on 7 April. We had standing room only at Club Thirroul. Have a read of the presentation.

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ABC Illawarra discusses Thirroul Flooding with STV

 Lindsay McDougall discusses flooding in Thirroul, and concerns regarding the Thirroul Plaza Redevelopment, with Save Thirroul Village.

Wombarra residents commission report

A great piece from ABC Illawarra mornings, 18 March 2022. Wombarra residents commissioned a report regarding the sediment runoff at the Wombarra developmet site.

What the community has said about the Thirroul Plaza proposal

DA 2020/363 proposes to construct 82 apartments across 6 towers, doubles the size of the existing Coles, includes shops and 3 levels of underground parking and services.
Council Officers are concerned about the proposal’s BULK AND FORM. It conflicts with the character of the village, dwarfs Anita’s Theatre, and blocks views to the escarpment.
Transport for NSW DO NOT SUPPORT the Plaza development. It will increase traffic congestion and road safety issues.
THE DEVELOPER HAS NOT CONSULTED US.
There has been a MASSIVE NEGATIVE response from the community. These quotes capture community concerns.
“The residents of Northern Illawarra have a voice and a strong one when it is united.”
“Let the plaza be something new and vibrant that reads with the rest of Thirroul.”
“The imposing visual impact of this inappropriate structure will severely compromise views.”
“The Gong is going to lose its tourism cash cow if it kills off the dwindling beauty of the Northern suburbs.”
“One too many blocks of villas, townhouses and the like and no new roads …”
“The size and scale of this development represents it perfectly … OVER THE TOP!”
“For developers to deliberately do this to the community, and to the council, is disrespectful!”
“It will destroy the village atmosphere of Thirroul.”
“… one of the Illawarra’s biggest drawcards is its natural beauty …”
“The scale of this has no place in Thirroul.”
“This is definitely not in scale with the "village" atmosphere that Thirroul is known and loved for, and what makes it such a happy peaceful place!”
“Our state planning system needs to change now.”
“Road, school and health infrastructure cannot support such a high-density development.”
“82 Units, absolutely not!”
“Overcrowding this area will absolutely destroy it.”
“I am vehemently against this proposal.”
“… a money making exercise without due consideration to the lives and safety of residents.”
“The village nature of Thirroul would be lost forever …”
“… no duty of care to the residents of this area.”
“The community are sending out a resounding loud NO.”
“The loss of on-street parking would be a major blow to the viability of our independent family-run stores and amenities.”
“Don't allow Thirroul to lose its magic.”
“The size, scale and build of this development is inappropriate for this site and area.”
“It simply does not fit in with the local landscape.”
“It is a village takeover with no consultation with the residents that live there.”
“It does not comply with the DCP.”
“The proposed development is simply out of character for the village.”
“This residential development is clearly potentially culturally dissonant, unpopular, disruptive and divisive for the community.”
“… the majority of residents are opposed to the negative impact the scale of this development is going to make on our day to day lives.”
“This new development will … affect the safety of the locals and tourists.”
“Keep the village culture and disallow the mass apartments.”
“This is a village not a high density living area.”
“Please put people’s lives above profit!”
“Without upgrades to roads, public transport, footpaths and schools in the area there should be no allowance for massive apartment blocks like this.”
“To lose the view of the escarpment … is a travesty.”
“Keep Thirroul safe. No more big development!”
“The escarpment view which is a notable feature of the Northern suburbs will be lost.”
“This is an arrogant proposal.”
“… it just leaves the residents with a town they never wanted or asked for.”
“Just because you can, doesn't mean you should.”
“… we do not have the infrastructure to accommodate the DA.”
“The development will be negative for traffic flow and pedestrian flow …”
“I object to the size of the development as being out of character of the DCP plan…”
“This development would adversely change the character of Thirroul as a small seaside town forever …”
“Thirroul does not need 82 new apartments …”
“Large scale residential developments such as the proposed, will negatively impact the village nature of the town.”
“I'd prefer a revamp rather than a knockdown and rebuild.”
“Maintain the village vibe and keep to two storeys.”
“Be true to the character of the village and honour the landscape please.”
“There is no way at all that this proposal is in the best interests of the community … it only serves the greedy!”
“The profits will be private, the costs are socialised.”
“The design of the facade is not in line with the rest of Thirroul …”
“The parking on the medical strip needs protection for the elderly residents to easily access the healthcare.”
“… it's about the residential component: designed with complete disregard for the heritage, safety and logistical constraints of the community.”
“We do not want to turn into a Sydney suburb, please let us remain regional.”
“There is limited space between the sea and the mountain so the planning should respect this fact and prevent density increase without infrastructure.”
“… I'm shocked and very concerned by the proposal introducing 82 residential apartments …This would have a tremendous impact on local infrastructure …”
“82 units is far too excessive for a small town with one road access.”
“I feel that the view of the escarpment is an important part of our identity and heritage and should be maintained.”
“The reason people love Thirroul both to live in and to visit is because of its sleepy seaside village feel.”
“82 apartments is 82 too many.”
“I am not anti-development but please put community ahead of profits and don't replace one eyesore with another.”
“I am disgusted that in such a small town this could even be thought of. I say hell no!”
“I strongly oppose this development! It is out of character, utterly barbaric and lacks complete common sense.”
“I enjoy live music, bye bye Beaches and Anita's …”
“A group of developers do not get to decide the future of a town.”
“This development will also threaten the very survival of Anita's Theatre and Beaches Hotel …”
“Overdevelopment on this site will lead to problems in traffic management, car parking, loss of street parking …”
“The traffic in Thirroul is a major concern already and we cannot place any further strain on the bottleneck …”
“The traffic in Thirroul is a major concern already and we cannot place any further strain on the bottleneck …” “… this development next to the pub is likely to result in noise complaints and an end to the live music as we know it.”
“Solve the traffic problem before increasing development.”
“The roads Cannot/ Will Not Cope.”
“One road in and out. Overdevelopment will ruin Thirroul.”
“This equals traffic chaos.”
“Infrastructure has not kept up with property development in the Northern Illawarra for years …”
“The increased traffic will create mayhem for commuters.”
“… will these units be sold with a 'noise clause' as they are so close to railway lines and live music venues…”
“… guarantee that the live music at Beaches and Anita's continues … we want to keep live music.”
“High density living is not appropriate due to the significant traffic issues already experienced in the immediate area.”
“New shops, yes. More cars on road, NO. It's a no deal.”
“… the impact on Anita's and Beaches hotel live music would be of huge detriment to the community.”
“82 units is far too excessive for a small town with one road access.”
“There is already a major problem with traffic and don't get me started on parking.”
“Parking at the schools, the medical centres and IGA will not cope with the potential increase of people and cars …”
“It will destroy the village atmosphere of Thirroul. Not to mention stopping all the wonderful music that comes out of Beaches on the weekend.”
“82 apartments in a small village with buzzing nightlife and already congested roads.”
“Imagine if local architects and urban planners were allowed to give us their ideas for a village space…”