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Major Projects Program

Through the NSW Government’s Stronger Communities Fund, Edward River Council is investing $8.6 million into 12 infrastructure projects across the Edward River region.

The Stronger Communities Fund was established to provide recently merged councils with funding to kick-start the delivery of projects that improve community infrastructure and services.

The Major Projects Program is specifically aimed at funding larger scale priority infrastructure and services projects that deliver long-term economic and social benefits to communities.

Through our allocated projects, Council is addressing long-standing community priorities and delivering social, sporting and road infrastructure upgrades to meet the needs of our growing community.

All projects are planned to be completed by 30 June 2019. To ensure all these projects are delivered on time, we have packaged similar projects together and the sequence of the delivery planned.

Deniliquin Swim Centre Revitalisation

The Deniliquin Swim Centre will be revitalised through an $880,000 investment, including the addition of an all-abilities Water Play Facility, creating a fun family-friendly aquatic environment for locals and visitors alike. Other improvements will include the re-lining of the main pool, the construction of a wet-deck and the installation of solar heating to the medium pool.

Community Masterplans and Initial Works

Over $2 million will be invested into developing and delivering on the first stage of works on long-term strategic plans for:
• The Deniliquin River Front - $750,000;
• The Deniliquin Town Centre Streetscape - $750,000;
• An Arts and Culture Precinct - $475,000; and
• A multi-use Deniliquin Sports Precinct - $130,000.

Deniliquin Regional Sports and Entertainment Stadium Extension

An allocation of $540,000 will go towards extending the Deniliquin Regional Sports and Entertainment Stadium and ensuring that it remains fit for use. This project will allow more sport and recreation programs to be facilitated at the Stadium through the installation of new flooring and additional court space.

Blighty Community Netball and Tennis Facility

Council will construct a new purpose-built community Netball and Tennis Clubhouse at the Blighty Sport and Recreation Reserve. With the addition of the new Clubhouse, the Blighty Reserve will cement its place as one of the region’s premier sporting facilities.

Deniliquin Children's Centre Extension

Through a $500,000 contribution to the Deniliquin Children’s Centre expansion project, Council will assist local families to enjoy improved access to local childhood education services. Once delivered, this project will increase the number of childcare places in region by 11 per cent.

Deniliquin Netball Facility Improvement Works

Upgrades to the Deniliquin Oval and Memorial Park netball facilities will be achieved through a $320,000 investment. Both facilities’ courts will be resurfaced, improving players’ safety, with additional fence realignment works and the construction of a spectator shelter at the Deniliquin Oval courts.

Rural Villages Beautification Project

Council will invest $300,000 into achieving positive economic and social outcomes for our rural residents through our Rural Villages Beautification Project. Over the coming months, Council will engage in targeted consultation with rural residents to identify suitable projects from the Rural Village Masterplans prepared by the former Conargo Shire which can be funded through this allocation.

Beach to Beach Walk Connectivity Improvements

Connectivity to the Beach to Beach Walk and Island Sanctuary – two of our local tourism drawcards – will be improved through a $300,000 investment. These funds will provide for the construction of additional footpath connections to the Beach to Beach Walk, as well as the refurbishment of both bridges into the Island Sanctuary.

Deniliquin Community Facility Refurbishments

Creating accessible and inclusive community spaces is a priority for Council, as demonstrated by our $165,000 improvement works to two local community facilities: the Edward River Boat Club, which will gain an accessible toilet, and the Deniliquin Scout Hall, which will be refurbished for use as an Army Cadet Parade Hall.

Urban Road Infrastructure Program

Through our $2.39 million Urban Road Infrastructure Program, Council will deliver much-needed upgrades to more than two kilometres of streets and over 500 metres of footpaths throughout the Deniliquin town area, going a long way to improving our urban road network. Works will include the road pavement reconstruction, kerb and gutter replacement and road reseals.

Deniliquin Airport Heritage Centre Development

The second and third stages of the Deniliquin Heritage Centre Development Project, which celebrates the rich history of the local airport as a Royal Australian Air Force station during World War II, will be delivered through Council’s $50,000 contribution.

Unallocated Funding for New Council

Half a million dollars has been set aside for the new Edward River Council to allocate to an eligible project following the election taking place on Saturday, 9 September 2017. As with all other funded projects, the project selected by our new Councillors will need to be delivered by 30 June 2019.