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Christmas cheer has come early to Kingscliff after a spectacular new fairy light display was switched on in the coastal town’s beloved fig tree tonight.
Representatives from Tweed Shire Council, in partnership with local business and community groups, successfully switched on the new light installation in the giant fig tree which dominates the roundabout at the intersection of Marine Parade and Seaview Street in Kingscliff.
The Kingscliff fig tree initiative was a joint effort between Council’s Destination, Events and Business team and Parks and Active Communities team, working alongside Business Kingscliff and the Kingscliff Ratepayers Association.
The $20,000 lighting project was initiated following a proposal from Business Kingscliff to bring additional light and energy to the heart of Kingscliff’s town centre.
The official tree relighting took place during a small event that also marked the conclusion of October Business Month. The program, coordinated by Council as part of its 'Succeed in the Tweed' initiative, successfully drew local business operators, leaders and others together across a series of 16 events to celebrate business achievements in the Tweed, while fostering opportunities for growth and networking throughout the region.
Mayor of Tweed Shire Chris Cherry said this vibrant new feature was part of a broader Council initiative to beautify and activate key precincts across the Tweed, with the Kingscliff fig tree project the first in the program.
“The fig tree is an iconic part of Kingscliff’s identity and it’s fantastic to see it illuminated in such a striking way,” Cr Cherry said.
“This project not only enhances the atmosphere of the town but is also a shining example of what we can achieve when Council, local businesses and the community work together.
“We are working on similar projects with the Murwillumbah and Tweed Heads business chambers and the Pottsville Community Association to uplift and beautify key precincts in their towns and I can’t wait to see what we can achieve there too.”
Business Kingscliff President and Tweed Shire Councillor James Owen said this was a great win for the Kingscliff community.
“The Tweed Shire community love the iconic fig tree on the corner of Marine Parade and Seaview Street in Kingscliff – it is part of the Kingy community!” Cr Owen said.
“Cr Rhiannon Brinsmead and I received a lot of correspondence from community members who wanted to see lights back in the tree and have been working with Council staff for some time now to see if it was possible and so it’s great that it has happened – it’s a win for the community!
“It’s like the tree has been given a new lease of life and just in time for Christmas!”
Kingscliff Ratepayers Association President Peter Newton was also excited to see the fig tree aglow once again.
“The Kingscliff fig tree is an iconic, much-loved feature of our village,” Mr Newton said.
“The return of the lights is so welcomed by our community. Thank you to Business Kingscliff for advocating for their return and to Council for enabling this.”
Find out more about doing business with Council at tweed.nsw.gov.au/development-business/business.
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