Council Works Update

Council works and projects update as at 1 August 2026:

Men’s Shed – The substructure plumbing, power conduit and steel work is complete, the concrete slab has been poured and the steel columns and beams are being installed. Timber framing for walls has also commenced.

Madison Lyden Park Amenities – The toilet block has really taken shape during July. Contractors are on the home stretch with internal fit out underway, the project is nearing completion. In addition, Council has completed the neighbouring rain garden, which will be watered by an underground water storage tank that is fed by the roof runoff from the amenities building roof.

Shark Point Road Reconstruction – Works onsite are now complete.

Penna Road Reconstruction – Kerbing and gravel footpaths have been completed. Final sealing is scheduled to occur in August. Despite some unfavourable weather conditions, the Contractor has achieved an outstanding result.

Flyway Park Pump Track, Midway Point – The pump track is now complete. Work on the shade structure, bench seating and final landscaping has commenced. Council is excited to open the pump track to the community, keep an eye on Council’s social media for the date and event details. 

Red Ochre Beach Access – Aboriginal Heritage Tasmania has requested more detailed design drawings for their review.

Park Beach & Carlton Beach Viewing Patforms – Foundations and steel frames are complete. The handrail and fixtures will commence in August. Revegetating of any disturbed areas will follow construction to mitigate ongoing erosion.