Project Updates - July 2024

The Flood Restoration Portfolio is central to Lismore's community recovery efforts. Across the city, numerous building and facility restoration projects are actively underway or have been completed, playing a crucial role in rejuvenating essential community assets. This ongoing work is focused not only on bringing facilities back to their original state but also on enhancing their resilience and sustainability to better face future challenges.

This July update details progress through June and July on several key projects. For more specific information on any project, feel free to use the Q+A feature of the main article or contact the Council directly at council@lismore.nsw.gov.au.

Ongoing Projects

Lismore Library
During June, significant progress was made on the Lismore Library. Construction activities included the installation of wall sheeting in wet areas and progress in electrical, plumbing, air conditioning, and other rough-ins. Floor tiles were removed, and new timber flooring began installation, with the laying of battens and ply towards month's end. Window repairs and internal painting commenced, and air conditioning units were installed on the roof. Installation of timber floors and painting are currently underway. Progress is also being made on various service trades.

Lismore Regional Airport
At the Lismore Regional Airport, work is progressing on several fronts. The Porte Cochere roof soffit has been removed, and abrasive blasting of the structural steel is underway. Additionally, the old structural steel is being replaced with new roof purlins. Power systems have been updated, and the plans and approvals for Stage 2 are almost complete. Excavation and electrical work for upgrading the car park lighting are also ongoing.

The Quad
At The Quad, there was significant focus on concrete work, involving extensive excavation and removal of spoil from both The Quad and the Northern Terrace. Sub-soil systems were installed, and by the end of the month, preparations for new concrete slabs were complete. Paving and the installation of new storm water trunk lines in The Quad area were finished. Concrete was poured in both the western and northern areas, preparing them for final touches with sand and topsoil. Further enhancements included the delivery of bulk topsoil and the start of landscaping and furniture setups. Concrete pouring continued on the Northern Terrace and in the Southern Quad, with tiling also progressing on the Northern Terrace.

Cattle Sale Yards
Recent developments have included the removal of fencing and the completion of landscaping.

Municipal Building
Work on the Municipal Building advanced with continued external parapet works. Flooring demolition began to make way for the new concrete floor. Render on architraves advanced, and concrete pours for bathroom and foyer areas were completed. Doorways were resized with new concrete lintels installed.

Completed Projects

Stock’s Park (Cedar Log)
All planned works for this site have been finalised early in the month.

Lismore City Hall - Stage 1
Early works at the Lismore City Hall site included completing Stage 1 footings and blockwork, which were core-filled. The setup of stage 2 footings, columns, and block walls, along with the installation of structural beams, progressed. Adjustments to props allowed for the next stages of work, with blockwork and column installations completed by late June. Stage 1 has been successfully completed, with preparations underway for the initiation of Stage 2.

Netball - Stage 2
All scheduled works for Stage 2 have been completed, marking the project as finished for this phase.

Lismore Basketball Association
The project was completed with a handover meeting officially conducted on June 9th.

CWA Building
In June, the CWA Building saw the completion of finishing touches, culminating in a final walkthrough and handover. This update highlights the significant progress and completion of various restoration projects, showcasing the ongoing recovery efforts in the Lismore community.

Demolition Projects in June:

• Sam Trimble Oval
• Humbley Oval
• Family Support Network – Old Scout Hall