‘My house will be underwater’ – Residents rally against CSIRO flood basins

Key points

• Residents in Kyogle have formed a group called Dam Free Kyogle to oppose proposed flood detention basins recommended in a CSIRO report. The basins, which many locals call dams, are proposed for Eden Creek, Fawcetts Creek and Collins Valley, with a possible fourth at Gradys Creek.
• Lesley Garred, a Lynchs Creek resident, says her property would be underwater if the plan goes ahead. The CSIRO report says the basins would use sluice gates to hold back floodwater and release it gradually.
• Information sessions are being held at the KMI Hall in Kyogle on November 1 and 2.