Stage three of the Re-imagining Bairnsdale masterplan for Bairnsdale’s central business district has started, with water main replacement works advancing.
The $1.167 million East Gippsland Shire Council funded project is designed to improve pedestrian access and amenity of the popular retail strip.
Continued works on the water main replacement are being undertaken in partnership with East Gippsland Water and are not impacting on shopfront access.
The new water main is being installed through the centre car parks only, avoiding disruption along both sides of the street.
Some minor traffic delays can be expected in the vicinity of the Service and Nicholson streets roundabout.
All works will cease by December 1, and the car parking in the centre of the street will be reinstated during the busy Christmas and summer trading period.
Works will recommence on January 28, 2019, when contractors will start installing the streetscape design elements.
The design includes raised pedestrian crossings, new tree plantings, seats, lighting, and footpath upgrades to create a space that encourages a walkable central business district.
Works are being undertaken by local company, Cranes Asphalting & Bitumen Sealing Pty Ltd.
Council has advised nearby businesses of the planned works. Although there will be minor impacts to parking, council advises there is still ample parking throughout the CBD. The project has a scheduled completion date of June 2019
PICTURED: Stage three of the Re-imagining Bairnsdale masterplan for Bairnsdale’s central business district has started.
