Black Creek Rehabilitation

  • Project typeCreek Rehabilitation and Maintenance
  • Project value$500,000
  • Project scheduleApril 2026–September 2026

Background

Black Creek has experienced ongoing sediment build-up and vegetation growth, which has reduced channel capacity and restricted access for maintenance activities. These conditions increase the risk of localised flooding, bank instability and environmental degradation during heavy rainfall events.

The Black Creek Rehabilitation Project has been developed to address these issues through targeted creek maintenance and rehabilitation works. The project aims to restore channel capacity, improve access for future maintenance, and protect environmental and habitat values in accordance with Council standards and environmental approvals.

The works form part of Council’s ongoing program to proactively manage natural waterways, reduce flood risk, and improve the long-term condition and resilience of creek infrastructure for the benefit of the local community.

Benefits of the Project

Environmental Benefits:
The works will improve creek flow capacity, reduce sediment build-up, protect habitat values, and enhance overall creek health through targeted rehabilitation.

Maintenance Benefits:
Restoring channel capacity will reduce the need for frequent reactive maintenance and improve long-term asset performance.

Community Benefits:
Improved creek condition will reduce the risk of localised flooding and improve environmental outcomes for surrounding properties and the broader community.

Safety Improvements:
Improved access and stabilised creek banks will reduce safety risks associated with erosion, sediment accumulation, and uncontrolled vegetation growth.

Scope of works

The project involves essential creek maintenance works to restore channel capacity and improve access.

Key activities include:

  • Vegetation management
  • Sediment extraction
  • Temporary access and haul road works
  • Environmental controls
  • Rehabilitation of disturbed areas in accordance with Council standards and environmental approvals

Location

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