Story by Christian Morrow, The Byron Shire News.
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THE BRUNSWICK Picture House will not be forced to close this week.
Byron Shire Council had ordered the theatre shut down because no DA had been submitted and due to complaints from some neighbours dating back to October 2015.
But instead of closing, after meeting with newly re-elected mayor Simon Richardson and General Manger Ken Gainger yesterday, co-owner of the Brunswick Picture House, Brett Haylock will lodge a DA and Council will move to expedite a resolution to the matter.
There was huge community outcry when it was first revealed the theatre may have to close, with locals rallying to show support via a social media campaign.
The theatre closure also became an issue in the recent council elections with Mayor Richardson promising to work towards keeping the theatre operating were he re-elected.