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Investigation, design and construction of a shared pathway from Cessnock CBD to Bridges Hill Park as part of the NSW Government's Active Transport Program.
Delivered in partnership with Mindaribba Local Aboriginal Land Council, Millfield Skatepark will be the fifth in the Cessnock Local Government Area alongside skateparks in Cessnock, Kurri Kurri, Greta, and the freestyle BMX facility at Bellbird.
Construction of a 3.3km off road concrete shared pathway/cycleway between Branxton and Greta on the northern side of the New England Highway.
At the 20 May 2020 Ordinary Council meeting, Council adopted the South Cessnock Flood Mitigation Scheme which includes an earth bund wall, raising of Quarrybylong Street, diversion of Kearsley Creek channel; and raising of up to five properties.
The aim of the project is to improve pedestrian and cyclist connectivity between Bridges Hill Park in Cessnock and Wine Country Drive at Lomas Lane.
Cessnock City Council has commenced the design and planning stage for the upgrade of Wollombi Road to improve capacity, safety and ease traffic congestion.
The Heddon Greta South Road and Drainage Improvements project will deliver significant upgrades to road pavement and stormwater infrastructure across several key streets in the area. The aim is to improve deteriorating road conditions and manage stormwater more effectively, reducing the risk of flooding.
Cessnock Regional Skatepark will be the first regional level skate facility in the Cessnock LGA, providing a youth-friendly space to meet the growing needs of young people across the region.
The existing road is a two-way sealed road, generally with unformed/unsealed shoulders and earth dish drains on each side. Council proposes to widen the existing road, upgrade the road intersections at Bathurst Street, Frame Drive, Lumby Lane, Hinds Lane and Bakers Lane and improve drainage system along the road.
Cessnock Waste Management Centre (CWMC) includes awaste transfer station and the landfilling of solid waste at the facility. A new landfill cell is proposed to be constructed approximately 400m northeast of the existing cell.
The Kurri Kurri Netball Facility Project, located within Booth Park, aims to deliver much-needed upgrades to the park’s sporting infrastructure. The project will enhance local participation in netball, benefit school groups and community organisations, and provide the capacity to host netball tournaments and events in Kurri Kurri.
Council is exploring the option to consolidate the design and investigation for critical bridge replacement projects over Black Creek. Each of these bridges; Doyle Street Bridge, Henderson Street Bridge, Ferguson Street Bridge and Bathurst Street, Abermain — serve as a vital link for residents, providing essential access to local amenities and the broader road network.
Cessnock City Council is upgrading Thomas Street, North Rothbury, with essential road and drainage improvements to enhance safety and stormwater management.
The project includes construction of Campbell Street, Ellalong between Helena Street and Hecla Street.
The pathway will provide a much-needed connection between the village central and historical Cunneen’s Bridge.
The George Downes Drive Safety Improvements Project at Bucketty is funded by the NSW Government under the Towards Zero Safer Roads Program.