General News
6 August, 2023
PERSPECTIVE: Footpath works on way
By Cr LINDA JUNGWIRTH LODDON Shire is very active at the moment. We are currently producing a flood recovery newsletter each fortnight - we have held many free, fun events as part of our flood recovery. Tomorrow night there will be a free dinner in...
By Cr LINDA JUNGWIRTH
LODDON Shire is very active at the moment. We are currently producing a flood recovery newsletter each fortnight - we have held many free, fun events as part of our flood recovery.
Tomorrow night there will be a free dinner in Bridgewater. David Younger will be speaking at the event. David is a natural disaster recovery and preparedness consultant. Many in our community were negatively impacted by the floods, some are struggling with post-traumatic stress, and many people are still dealing with the impact the floods had on their farms and homes.
Others may be wondering about the future and whether they will be prepared if flooding occurs again. If you were impacted by the flooding in any way, please come along to hear David speak.
In Tarnagulla Ward news, a shelter and barbecue have been established in Progress Park, Newbridge. Once the electrician connects the barbecue it will be available for everyone.
I’d like to thank the community members who were involved in establishing this project as a priority for residents and hope the barbecue provides hours of enjoyment.
In Tarnagulla we are waiting on contractors to complete some footpath projects. Project one is long overdue unfortunately as we’ve had trouble engaging contractors. In the meantime, I’d like to update you on the plans.
The good news is the final three projects are in this financial year’s budget. The sections due for renewal are
Project 1, currently under contract for delivery, between Poverty Street and Wayman Street – Westside
Project 2, between Poverty Street and Wayman Street – Eastside
Project 3, between Poverty Street and King Street – Westside
Project 4, between Poverty Street and King Street – Eastside
The last three projects are scheduled for this financial year and are yet to be contracted.
Newbridge residents will have noticed an extension to their footpath to provide better access for residents with mobility issues. Eddington has a new septic tank and disposal field at the public hall and the current budget includes a project to seal the Tarnagulla Community Centre car park.
* Linda Jungwirth is the Loddon Shire’s Tarnagulla Ward councillor