Council Works Update
Council works and projects update as at 1 July 2026:
Men’s Shed – The power supply to site has been installed and awaiting connection from TasNetworks. Stormwater connection has been installed, and the building pad/ footprint has been brought up to a level that is ready for the start of the sub structure works. The contractor commenced work on 29 June 2026 with the building footprint being set out.
Madison Lyden Park Amenities – Power supply, concrete slab and under slab drainage is complete. Structural steel frames, stud walls, door frames and roof have been installed. The plumber has commenced rough in prior to the plasterer commencing works in early July. Rain garden works have commenced via. the purchase of tanks and community consultation regarding plant types. Completion is expected to be mid/late August 2026.
Shark Point Road Reconstruction – Final site tidy up is occurring with project completion scheduled for early July 2026.
Penna Road Reconstruction – Kerbing has been installed. Base course is expected to be completed in early July, followed by asphalt. Works are expected to be complete at the end of July 2026, weather permitting.
Gatehouse Drive & Weston Hill Road Footpath – New footpath and kerb along the northern side of Gatehouse Drive and reconstruction of the existing footpath along the western side of Weston Hill Road works are continuing and expected to be complete by late July 2026, subject to weather.
Carlton River Rd between Dodges Hill Rd and Convoy Rd – Footpath renewal works have commenced and are expected to be completed by mid July 2026, subject to weather.
Franklin Street, Dunalley – Construction work onsite is now complete.
Flyway Park Pump Track, Midway Point – The pump track portion of the project has been completed. Work on additional infrastructure, such as a shade structure, park seating, and irrigation/landscaping of the disturbed areas during will occur in the first half of July. The grand opening is being planned for July 2026, keep an eye on Council’s Social Media for the date and event details.
Red Ochre Beach Access – The archaeologists report and design drawings are sitting with Aboriginal Heritage Tasmania awaiting final approval.