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Project Updates - August 2024

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The Flood Restoration Portfolio is a crucial component of Lismore's strategy for community recovery. Across the city, numerous building and facility restoration projects are ongoing, each at different stages — from active work to completed enhancements. These projects are essential for revitalizing critical community assets, aiming not only to restore them to their former state but also to improve their resilience and sustainability against future adversities.

This update provides insights into the progress made on key projects during August. Lismore City Council, in partnership with its managing contractor, Bennett Construction, has achieved significant milestones: 33 projects have been completed, 10 are currently in progress, and 4 are set to commence shortly. Below, you will find updates on the major ongoing and recently completed projects.

For more specific details on any project, please refer to the Q+A section of the main article or contact the Council directly at council@lismore.nsw.gov.au

Ongoing Projects
Lismore Library
The Lismore Library has seen considerable advancements in August, with the erection of scaffolding along Magellan Street marking a significant phase of the project. Interior and exterior painting has been successfully completed, enhancing the aesthetic of the building. Concurrently, essential services such as plumbing and electrical mains are being fitted and fire safety improvements are progressing well towards completion. The library's entrance roofing and arch bar replacement works are actively underway, contributing to the overall structural enhancements of the facility.

The QUAD
The QUAD's development experienced a temporary slowdown due to inclement weather conditions in August. However, the return of favourable weather conditions allowed rapid progress, with the turfing successfully completed and concrete slabs honed to achieve a polished finish. Comprehensive concreting, tiling, and landscaping efforts in both the northern and southern areas of the QUAD were completed by the end of the month. The final steps involve top dressing and nurturing the newly laid grass to establish a robust ground cover.

Lismore Regional Gallery
The Lismore Regional Gallery underwent significant internal developments, with the construction of partition walls and ceilings. All service installations, including inground and rough-ins across various areas, were completed, laying the groundwork for operational functionalities. The reception and kitchen areas received wall sheeting, setting, and the application of a rock coat render finish at the reception entrance. By month's end, the café floor was sealed, and kitchen tiling along with epoxy flooring were fully completed, marking the readiness of these spaces for use. The Regional Gallery is on track for its reopening ceremony on 27 September 2024.

Lismore Regional Airport
At the Lismore Regional Airport, substantial structural developments were noted with the ongoing installation of the Porte Cochere's structural steel. Excavation activities for new grounds lighting progressed, alongside the removal of old carpark lights to a storage area, making way for modern infrastructure. Earthworks continued with trenching for lighting footings and silt fencing containment. The airport's carpark civil works were a focal point, culminating in the completion of new kerb and gutter installations and the addition of Porte Cochere roof flashings by the end of August.

Lismore Municipal Building
The Lismore Municipal Building saw significant progress with the completion of service rough-ins and the first concrete pour for the ground floor slab. Corbel repairs were well underway, enhancing the building's architectural integrity. Stair rectification efforts continued with notable progress, including the application of the first coat of stain. The framing around the main room's AC unit was finalized, ready for sheeting, as efforts to finish corbel detailing by Rofe Rendering were completed, ensuring the building's readiness for further interior development.

Complete Works
Cattle Sale Yards
The Cattle Sale Yards project reached completion at the end of August, with all planned works finished. This completion marks a significant achievement in the project timeline, setting a benchmark for efficiency and project management within the overall portfolio.
Lismore City Hall – Stage 1
City Hall experienced a series of enabling works, but progress has been curtailed due to funding constraints. Despite the site's demobilization, detailed designs and a comprehensive cost plan for its restoration and improvement have been completed and received. Council is working with various State Government funding agencies to commence Stage 2 (construction and refurbishment) as soon as possible.
Project Updates - July 2024

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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

Project Updates - April 2024

There are a number of Flood Restoration Project works currently being completed, on the vast list of buildings and facilities requiring repair. This page aims to share milestone updates, that may benefit the wider community. Please see below updates on some of the projects shared for this month. Projects are listed in alphabetical order.

If there is a project you would like particular updates on, please utilise the Q+A function of the main article or contact Council on council@lismore.nsw.gov.au(External link)

Arthur Park Archery Club - Completed, and handed over to stakeholder user group.

Caniaba Street Reserve Soccer Clubhouse (South Lismore Celtics) - Completed, and handed over to stakeholder user group.

Cedar Log Shed

Scope of works being reviewed, due to commence works in May.

CWA Building

Extension was framed, ready for roof works. External painting, tiling and trade services has commenced. Joinery underway, with rendering of internal walls almost complete.

Lismore Airport Terminal

Stage 1 of the Terminal works was completed early April. Planning and pricing for Stage 2 is underway and Stage 3 comprising of the airside works are in planning.

Lismore Basketball Association

The concrete slab was completed, with the moisture barrier applied to the slab and water stop installed around the perimeter of the building. The subfloor was completed by the end of the month, with timber floor laid aid for acclimatisation. Padded walls have been built ready for installation, and the new grandstand is being manufactured. The driveway and footpath have also been installed.

Lismore Cattle Saleyards

Sub-contractors confirmed, works to commence at the end of May.

Lismore City Hall

Non-load bearing wall removal has been completed. Props have been installed for the next phase of load bearing wall removal. Site clean-up conducted with removal of demolition rubble and other waste materials.

Final design discussed with stakeholders, to return the building to a thriving multi-purpose arts and culture precinct.

Lismore Library

Fire rating to ground floor beams and rendering of the walls is underway.

The ground floor concreting received a smooth finish through a process called 'white setting', ready for floor topping to be completed.

All services trades are now ready to commence.

Lismore Municipal Building

Corbel (type of structural and decorative wall bracket) demolition, cement rendering and provisions for light cabling are all underway. Timber and subfloor works are in design and bricklaying is progressing. External works to parapet are ongoing.

Heritage of the Municipal Building being maintained is a high priority, and contractors are taking care with works to suit.

Lismore Regional Gallery

Gallery floors have been resurfaced and sealed. Tiling to wet areas is well underway and internal painting has progressed.

Vinyl to Level 1 and Bathrooms were also finished by the end of the month.

Richards Oval Soccer Clubhouse (Workers FC) - Completed, and handed over to stakeholder user group.

Riverview Park

Design of upcoming Accessible Toilet/Changeroom Block has been confirmed. Works to commence in May.

The Quad

Works progressing. Design was discussed with various stakeholders to include additional infrastructure to improve amenity and use of the restored space.

Visitor Information Centre building

Carpet and vinyl coverings were installed. Final painting and service fit offs were also completed.

These were the final works, ready for completion and handover.

The following are scheduled for demolition, due to a number of considerations including structural damage, potential hazards and safety risk to the public, cost of repair and community usage. Dates listed below are estimated, pending project progress, available trades/services and favourable weather.
If you have any concerns or questions about the demolition of these buildings, please contact floodrestoration@lismore.nsw.gov.au(External link)

Family Support Network - Old Scout Hall	Demolition to proceed - June 2024
Lismore Lake Buildings	Demolition to proceed for toilet block and pumphouse - May 2024 New modular toilet to be constructed (separate future project)
Sam Trimble Oval Amenities	Demolition to proceed - weatherboard building - June 2024 Brick building to be refurbed A new modular toilet is to be constructed (separate future project)
Humbley Oval Hockey Club Kiosk	Demolition to proceed - May 2024
Old Essential Energy Building	Demolition complete. Works to clean up and close out the site will be completed in May.
Neilson Park Canteen Building, East Lismore	Demolition to proceed - May 2024 A new modular toilet is to be constructed (separate future project)
McKenzie Park Amenities, North Lismore	Demolition to proceed - May 2024 A new modular toilet is to be constructed (separate future project)
Wade Park, East Lismore	A new modular toilet is to be constructed, or temporary facilities established, before demolition will proceed. - June 2024

Project Updates - March 2024

If there is a project you would like particular updates on, please utilise the Q+A function of the main article or contact Council on council@lismore.nsw.gov.au(External link)(External link)

Arthur Park Archery Club

Works commencing in April 2024.

Brunswick Street Depot - Old Helicopter Building - Completed

Caniaba Street Reserve Soccer Clubhouse (South Lismore Celtics)

External painting, club signage, changerooms and amenities were all completed.

The canteen and Level 1 kitchen received finishing touches, with external stairs to be installed early April.

Cedar Log Shed

Costing and design for roof structure.

CWA Building

Ceiling work underway in the main hall and blockwork began on the extension. The concrete slab for wet areas is progressing, with tiling and services fit off to commence when sheeting is completed.

Lismore Airport Terminal

Early March saw the terminal floor finishes and Hearing Augmentation Loop installed and preparation for the generator lift underway.

External works included pressure-cleaning and external conduit and trenching works progressing. By end of March, joinery and all service fit offs were nearing completion, and the generator was lifted to its new position. Aiming for completion of Stage 1 – early April.

Lismore Basketball Association

Subgrade earth works were underway to the gymnasium floor. The screw piles installation commenced, and was completed by the end of March.

The waffle pod system (underfloor) was delivered and installed. The steel cages and the slab reinforcement also completed, underfloor finalised by completion of the concrete pours.

Lismore Cattle Saleyards

Works to commence mid-April. Focusing on the pedestrian walkway and replacement of damaged fencing.

Lismore City Hall

Design investigations relating to AV, Stage fit-out, Electrical, Mechanical and Hydraulics works progressing.

Demolition continued, including external tile removal and internal brick wall removal and will continue in the coming weeks once the new design is approved. By the end of the month, investigation of a roof access system was being carried out and non-loadbearing wall removal was underway, and materials loaded out.

Lismore Library

Mid-March saw the establishment of the site and temporary power set up. The scaffold loading bay was installed and the rendering commenced on the ground floor.

Lismore Municipal Building

Strip out of all old services and rectification to the brickworks underway.

Rendering to internal areas commenced and the parapet rectifications were in progress.

Lismore Regional Gallery

In early March, works on the ground floor consisted of lining of the wet areas and ceilings.

Glazing installations in the Northern and Southern Walkways progressed. External cladding replacement was also underway.

Level 1 works included wall and ceiling linings and skirting installation underway (set and sand). Plantroom deck works included waterproofing, and the replacement of a new Chiller and A/C condenser.

Richards Oval Soccer Clubhouse (Workers FC)

Tiling and painting underway and the rough-in almost complete. By the end of March, the epoxy flooring was complete, permanent power re-connected to the building and first floor tiling and fit off nearing completion.

The Clubhouse is on track for completion in April, allowing for gates to be added to scope of works.

Riverview Park

Design of upcoming Accessible Toilet/Changeroom Block progressed.

The Quad

Temporary covered walkway constructed – ready for works to begin. Walkway access for pedestrians will remain, ensuring access between Harold Fredericks Carpark and Keen Street.

Visitor Information Centre building

Setting and timber trims nearing completion and the main switchboard fit off commenced.

Towards the end of the month, painting was nearing completion with only Level 2 and one wall on Level 1 to go. The lighting fit-off was completed on both ground floor and Level 1. The spiral duct installation complete and skylights installed. Security and mechanical fit offs and joinery (reception desk/kitchenette) all well underway.

Ground floor toilets re-opened, seeing the temporary toilets removed. Carpet and final joinery installation will mark the completion of this project in early April.

Lease agreements are underway for the following buildings, ensuring the successful handover to community. The public notices will be available on the Your Say homepage for public comment.

CWA Building - 115 Molesworth Street

Lismore Park Elaine Blanch Tennis Courts (Lismore Tennis Courts) - 82 Ballina Road

Lismore RSL Sub-Branch - 179 Molesworth Street

Municipal Building - 165 Molesworth Street

Family Support Network - Old Scout Hall	Demolition to proceed - June 2024
Lismore Lake Buildings	Demolition to proceed for toilet block and pumphouse - April 2024 New modular toilet to be constructed (separate future project)
Sam Trimble Oval Amenities	Demolition to proceed - weatherboard building - May 2024 Brick building to be refurbed A new modular toilet is to be constructed (separate future project)
Humbley Oval Hockey Club Kiosk	Demolition to proceed - May 2024
Old Essential Energy Building	Corner Ballina Road and Conway St - April 2024 Demolition to proceed
Neilson Park Canteen Building, East Lismore	Demolition to proceed - May 2024 A new modular toilet is to be constructed (separate future project)
McKenzie Park Amenities, North Lismore	Demolition to proceed - May 2024 A new modular toilet is to be constructed (separate future project)
Wade Park, East Lismore	A new modular toilet is to be constructed, or temporary facilities established, before demolition will proceed. - June 2024

Project Updates - February 2024

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There are a number of Flood Restoration Project works currently being completed, on the vast list of buildings and facilities requiring repair. This page aims to share milestone updates, that may benefit the wider community. Please see below updates on some of the projects shared for this month. Projects are listed in alphabetical order.
If there is a project you would like particular updates on, please utilise the Q+A function of the main article or contact Council on council@lismore.nsw.gov.au(External link)(External link)
Arthur Park Archery Club
Finalising costing to progress works. Currently scheduled to be completed in April 2024.
Brunswick Street Depot - Old Helicopter Building
Nearing completion, with painting of first floor offices and additional drainage added.
Site pack down commenced, as final defects and stakeholder requirements are addressed, costed and completed.
Caniaba Street Reserve Soccer Clubhouse (South Lismore Celtics)
Demolition and tile removal was completed, ready for waterproofing and retiling to commence.
Level 1 linings and carpentry was completed, ready for internal and external painting which was completed by the end of the month.
Changerooms, amenities and kitchen nearing completion, ready for fit out.
Cedar Log Shed
In design review to address extensive damage to the roof structure, with a focus on future flood resilience.
CWA Building
Onsite meeting with stakeholders to discuss kitchen fit out, scope of works, final designs and construction underway.
Lismore Airport Terminal
Slab and fitting of the generator was completed.
Inside the Terminal, walls were set and internal painting commenced. Finishes such as skirting, tiling, toilet partitions and high access cleaning were carried out. Automatic doors, flooring and bathroom fit off were completed also.
The Terminal is on track to be completed by the end of March 2024.
Lismore Basketball Association
Entry point in the side brick wall has been established, for easy equipment and machinery access.
Padded walls removed and safely stored, ready for floor demolition to commence.
Lismore Cattle Saleyards
Onsite meeting with stakeholders to discuss working collaboratively and utilising local contractors to complete confirmed scope of works, including walkway, ramps and some fencing.
Lismore City Hall
Demolition works are well underway, including tile and slab removal through the kitchen and wet areas.
Level 3 old cabling was removed, ready for installation of temporary switchboards and lighting. The southern walkway floor reinstatement was also completed, lights reinstated and concrete beams propped ready for brickwork removal on Level 1.
Lismore Municipal Building
Scaffolding and site set up complete.
Onsite meeting with existing stakeholders earlier in the month to confirm scope of works, and gather additional insight to progress with a proposal to make the ground floor all accessibility friendly.
Lismore Regional Gallery
The roof replacement and solar panel installation have been completed. External wall cladding, service rough ins and walls and ceilings are underway.
Southern walkways were a focus with removal of glazing and frames, with window frame installation also commencing.
New electrical mains cable rough ins, soffits and fan coil units for Level 1 will be completed shortly, ready to finalise wall linings, ceilings and insulation.
Mortimer Oval Amenities
Completed and ready for community handover.
Richards Oval Soccer Clubhouse (Workers FC)
First floor demolition completed, with demolition of the ground floor to commence.
Sheeting, rough ins, pipework replacement, plastering, door jams and trims were all underway by the end of the month.
Riverview Park
Onsite meeting with stakeholder to address defects and requirements, ensuring space is fit for purpose.
Confirmed design of upcoming Accessible Toilet/Changeroom Block to be based next to the undercover area.
The Quad
Site set up and fencing commenced. Walkway access for pedestrians will remain, ensuring access between Harold Fredericks Carpark and Keen Street.
Visitor Information Centre building
Wall linings and sheeting completed, with door hangings and timber trims all underway.
External works include gutter replacement and gutter guard installation. Site clean up has begun, with the removal of scaffolding. Estimated completion in March 2024.
Lease agreements are underway for the following buildings, ensuring the successful handover to community. The public notices will be available on the Your Say homepage for public comment.
Caniaba Street Reserve - Soccer Clubhouse (Celtics FC) - 2 Caniaba Street
CWA Building - 115 Molesworth Street
Lismore Park Elaine Blanch Tennis Courts (Lismore Tennis Courts) - 82 Ballina Road
Lismore RSL Sub-Branch - 179 Molesworth Street
Municipal Building - 165 Molesworth Street
Richards Oval Soccer Clubhouse (Workers FC) - 48B & 48I Brewster Street
The following are being proposed for demolition, due to a number of considerations including structural damage, potential hazards and safety risk to the public, cost of repair and community usage.
Family Support Network - Old Scout Hall - 41 Wilson Street, South Lismore
Humbley Oval Hockey Club Kiosk - Cnr of Brewster and Uralba Street, Lismore
Laurie Allen Centre, The Rowing Club - Molesworth Street. Top two levels only, basement building currently in use.
Lismore Lake Buildings - the old pumphouse and toilet block next to the pool site. Proposal for the toilet block to be demolished and replaced, pending available funding.
Sam Trimble Oval Amenities - Proposal for the toilet block to be demolished and replaced, pending available funding.
Project Updates - November 2023

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There are a number of Flood Restoration Project works currently being completed, on the vast list of buildings and facilities requiring repair. This page aims to share milestone updates, that may benefit the wider community. Please see below updates on some of the projects shared for this month. Projects are listed in alphabetical order.
If there is a project you would like particular updates on, please utilise the Q+A function of the main article or contact Council on council@lismore.nsw.gov.au
Brunswick Street Depot - Old Helicopter Building
Service rough ins, ceiling lining and floor preparation for vinyl covering have commenced. Handrail posts were installed and the main frame to the second level also in place.
Doors were installed, tiling underway and balustrades arrived late November. By the end of November, 90% of the plastering had been completed. Laying of the vinyl flooring and internal painting is now well underway.
Caniaba Street Reserve Soccer Clubhouse (South Lismore Celtics)
Mood board and 90% plans have been approved by stakeholders. Container moved onsite for storage ahead of works commencing in January.
Crozier and Oakes Oval Amenities (Dawson Street and Magellan Street Toilets)
Restoration and handover has been completed for all amenities blocks. Works on the ticket booth at Oakes will now progress.
Elaine Blanch Tennis Courts (Lismore Tennis Courts)
Restoration completed, with final inspection scheduled for Wednesday 29 November. Celebration of the key handover and completion of works is scheduled for December 14.
Laurie Allan Centre
Immediate restoration works including deep cleaning, lighting and hot water were completed. Handover to Far North Coast Canoe has been finalised. Additional longer term works are still being scoped and reviewed.
Lismore Airport Terminal
Site establishment was completed early November. Mechanical and electrical preliminary make safe had commenced. Hydraulics investigation was conducted and a clean out and rough in was completed. Procurement for mechanical, electrical and hydraulics was completed.
Towards the end of November, mechanical pipework rough ins had commenced, and the electrical and data security rough ins had commenced.
Lismore Basketball Association
Meeting held with stakeholders to discuss site set up ahead of January 2024 start to replace the flooring.
Lismore City Hall
Storage containers onsite in preparation for early works to commence in December.
Lismore CWA Building
Scope of works increased, to incorporate additional roofing requirements. Works scheduled to commence in January. Estimated completion date is March 2024.
Lismore Lake Buildings
Meeting held with stakeholders to discuss scope of works.
Lismore Library
Estimated start February 2024. Slight schedule changes to accommodate Lismore Regional Gallery, The Quad and Lismore Library being completed concurrently.
Lismore Memorial Baths
The Pools were filled and filter system activated. With power restored, tiling, painting and cleaning including the cleaning of the 50m pool commenced.
Installation of the mod wood slat seating in the Grandstand and landscaping also commenced. Preparing for a December 2023 opening.
Lismore Municipal Building
Estimated start February 2024.
Lismore Regional Gallery
During November, site was established. Temporary power had been installed and isolation of the solar panels carried out. Early strip out and make safe was completed, by the end of the month the ceiling in Level 1 was stripped out and removed. Design was completed with procurement of trades well underway.
Mortimer Oval Amenities
Restoration and handover complete on the Container Building. User groups have been notified, ready to prepare for next season.
Site establishment was completed for the Brick Building. Demolition complete and rendering well underway. Plumbing including roofing works commenced at the end of November.
Marie Mackney Netball Courts (Lismore Netball)
Flooring, painting (internal and external) and electrical fit off were all completed in November.
Towards the end of November, the stainless-steel benches and roller doors were installed and all fit offs by service trades (electrical, plumbing and security) were well underway. Final inspection has been completed, awaiting handover with user group.
Radio Controlled Car Building - Nesbitt Park
Completed, finalising handover to user group.
Richards Oval Soccer Clubhouse (Workers FC)
Meeting held with stakeholders to discuss 90% design and colour options. Mood board and 90% plans have been approved by stakeholders. Container moved onsite for storage ahead of works commencing in January.
Riverview Park
Works have begun with site establishment complete, and the redundant shower block demolished.
The Quad
To be completed in conjunction with the Lismore Regional Gallery. Scheduled to start in March 2024. Scope of works broadly include drainage, shade and landscape improvements.
Visitor Information Centre building
Temporary toilets were installed for public use, as works commenced and site setup finalised. Contract procurement, planning with subcontractors and stakeholder conversations also continued. New mechanical upgrades were underway and glazing upgrades in production.
Project Updates - September 2023

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There are a number of Flood Restoration Project works currently being completed, on the vast list of buildings and facilities requiring repair. This page aims to share milestone updates, that may benefit the wider community. Please see below updates on some of the projects shared for this month.
If there is a project you would like particular updates on, please utilise the Q+A function of the main article or contact Council on council@lismore.nsw.gov.au
Brunswick Street Depot - Old Helicopter Building
Construction set to commence shortly, with estimated completion date of January 2024.
Caniaba Street Reserve Soccer Clubhouse (South Lismore Celtics)
Onsite meeting with South Lismore Celtics representatives, to inform the design of the future rebuild suited to needs of the club.
Crozier and Oakes Oval Amenities (Dawson Street and Magellan Street Toilets)
The roof structure on both the Dawson and Magellan Street blocks commenced in September. Scyon flooring sheeting was laid and the plumbing rough-in completed. The structural steel roof framing to three buildings is now complete and the new Colorbond roof sheeting installed. Translucent roof sheeting was added to increase natural lighting within the building. Painting commenced at the Dawson Street block.
Perimeter scaffolding will be removed shortly.
Elaine Blanch Tennis Courts (Lismore Tennis Courts)
The existing training wall was demolished this month, requiring a rebuild due to extensive damage to the brickwork. By the end of the month, blockwork for the new wall was complete.
Preliminary drainage works were also started and by mid-month, drainage was completed for the ground floor wet areas. Prep-work for the ground floor slab reinstatement has also commenced. Service rough-ins for security, electrical and plumbing are now complete.
Lismore Airport Terminal
Construction on the Terminal building set to commence shortly, with estimated completion date of January 2024.
Lismore Library
Onsite meeting with Library stakeholders to inform the design of future rebuild. Decisions on colour and fit out materials are now being made.
Additionally, the Library received funding to continue offering pop-up spaces.
Lismore Memorial Baths
It was busy at the Baths in September. The last of the shade sails on the pool deck were pressure cleaned.
All redundant solar tube systems and heat pumps were removed from the Amenities Block, lifeguard tower and the pump room roof in preparation for the new roof installation. Old roof and insulation was removed from the Amenities Block, before the new roof and insulation is installed.
The Canteen fitout is underway, with a new grease arrest and hydraulic pipework installed. Plumbing, gas and electrical rough-ins has also commenced in all buildings. Work is also underway in the Amenities room including fixtures and plumbing rough-in of showers.
The Baths also hosted the Mates in Construction Fly The Flag Breaky BBQ, which was a great success!
The Pavilion was rendered and painting will continue through October.
Laurie Allan Centre
Onsite meeting with the Far North Coast Canoe Club representatives, to discuss future plans for the building, and their immediate needs in relation to the space.
Lismore Municipal Building
Onsite meeting with Richmond River Historical Society representatives, to inform the design of the future rebuild suited to needs of the user group.
Lismore Regional Gallery
Review of scope and grant funding with Project Team. Restoration for The Quad will now be completed in conjunction with Gallery works.
Mortimer Oval Amenities
In early September the roof structure was started with roof post footings being poured, roof sheeting and flashing installed. The roof structure was finished just in time for month end. Flooring was laid and power restored to the entire building. Resilient finishes were ordered and awaiting delivery.
Marie Mackney Netball Courts (Lismore Netball)
Drainage works, termite treatments and ground prep for the slab reinstatement had commenced and the Scyon flooring installed to the first floor.
The external soffit was also completed and by the end of the month the service rough-ins underway and the internal wall framing complete.
The goal was to have the clubhouse ready for September. However a number of challenges were faced and now aiming for completion at the end of October.
Radio Controlled Car Building - Nesbitt Park
Construction set to commence shortly, with estimated completion date of January 2024.
Riverview Park
Discus nets have been completed. Construction on clubhouse set to commence shortly, with estimated completion date of January 2024.
Visitor Information Centre building
Construction set to commence shortly, with estimated completion date of January 2024.
Council Welcomes $15 million grant funding announcement

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Lismore City Council has welcomed the State and Federal Government’s announcement of grants totalling $15 million to assists Lismore’s City Hall and, arts and cultural sector as they continue to rebuild after the February 2022 natural disaster.

Mayor Steve Krieg said the announcement was great news for the community and will allow popular services like the library and art gallery to continue to provide services while their buildings are being repaired, as well as delivering flood resilience and functionality enhancements to Lismore City Hall.

“This is great news for the entire community, including library users and our arts community,” he said.

“Our community has missed City Hall, the Lismore Library and the Regional Art Gallery since the natural disaster and these grants are a significant step in Lismore’s rebuild.

“I would like to thank local State Member Janelle Saffin and Federal Member for Page Kevin Hogan for their assistance in getting these important grants.”

About $8 million of the total package will go to community organisations within the local government area, with Council receiving almost $7 million, which comprises of:
- $5.2 million for Lismore City Hall flood mitigation and sustainable improvements
- $177,240 for the Lismore Library to create a meeting and workshop space at Lismore Central Shopping Centre, and
- $1.3 million for the continuation of the Pop-Up Regional Art Gallery and office space in Magellan Street.
Member for Lismore Janelle Saffin said the rebuilding is vitally important to help re-open arts, cultural and community spaces.

“They are at the very heart of community life,” she said.

“We rely on our galleries, museums and cultural hubs to revive our spirits and tell our stories and they are critical to the identity of our cities and towns.

“Investing in these spaces is about investing in the future of our communities so they can flourish.”

Member for Page Kevin Hogan said the grants will play a role in our recovery.

“The restoration of our civic buildings after the floods is an important stage of the recovery and the creation of cultural facilities and activities is essential to restoring our community wellbeing,” he said.

“I look forward to the work commencing.”

The projects were successful through the second round of the Community Local Infrastructure Recovery Package – Arts and Cultural Assets Program, designed to support medium to long-term recovery under the Commonwealth-State Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements.
Buildings and Facilities Update - November 2022

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Albert Park Baseball – Restoration works continue across the baseball fields and clubhouse & amenities. Validation report identified further areas of detailed cleaning required within the clubhouse which is being actioned to obtain certificate of validation. Batting cage replacement is currently being quoted.
Arthur Park Archery Club – Scope of works developed and estimation of costs submitted to Public Works Advisory for Community Recreation & Cultural Asset Works approval.
Brunswick Street Depot – Sign shop, Fab shop and Workshop are operational. Temporary offices are in place until restoration works are complete. Contractor has been engaged for demountable office restoration. Scope of works developed and estimation of costs submitted to Public Works Advisory for Community Recreation & Cultural Asset Works approval.
Caniaba Street Reserve - Soccer Clubhouse – Hygienist certificate of validation received. Scope of works developed and estimation of costs submitted to Public Works Advisory for Community Recreation & Cultural Asset approval.
Clyde Campbell Carpark – Patching across the carpark has been completed. A scope of works and estimation of costs for severely damaged area behind Mary G’s has been submitted to Public Works Advisory for approval.
Croquet Club, Spinks Park - Scope of works developed and estimation of costs submitted to Public Works Advisory for Community Recreation & Cultural Asset Works approval.
CWA Building, Spinks Park – Decontamination works continuing – planned to be completed Mid-November. Repairs to damaged heritage tile roof are scheduled. A scope of works is developed and estimation of costs submitted to Public Works Advisory for Community Recreation & Cultural Asset Works approval.
Family Support Network (Old Scout Hall – 41 Wilston St, South Lismore) – Structural assessment complete. Scope of works developed and estimation of costs submitted to Public Works Advisory for Community Recreation & Cultural Asset approval.
Harold Fredricks Carpark Lights – Replacement solar lights for this carpark have been procured. Awaiting arrival for installation.
Humbley Oval Hockey Club Kiosk – Site isolated via temporary fencing. Scope of works developed and estimation of costs submitted to Public Works Advisory for Community Recreation & Cultural Asset Works approval.
John Crowther Carpark – After being utilised as a temporary waste transfer station this carpark has now had resurfacing works and is available again for public use.
Laurie Allen Centre – Geotechnical Drilling contractor engaged to get samples to assist in the structural assessment of this building.
Lismore Airport Terminal - Hygienist certificate of validation received. Scope of works developed and estimation of costs submitted to Public Works Advisory for Community Recreation & Cultural Asset Works approval.
Lismore Basketball Association – Scope of works developed and estimation of costs submitted to Public Works Advisory for Community Recreation & Cultural Asset Works approval.
Lismore Centra Tourist Park – Park is operational. Final restoration works on new office building is being complete.

Lismore Cattle Sale Yards – Replacement sales office designed and Development Application submitted. Scope of works developed and estimation of costs submitted to Public Works Advisory for Community Recreation & Cultural Asset Works approval.

Lismore City Hall - Hygienist validation sampling complete, awaiting results of reporting for certificate of validation. Scope of works developed and estimation of costs submitted to Public Works Advisory for Community Recreation & Cultural Asset Works approval.
Lismore Library - Hygienist validation sampling complete, awaiting results of reporting for certificate of validation. Structural Drying still on-going to maintain moisture levels. Scope of works developed and estimation of costs submitted to Public Works Advisory for Community Recreation & Cultural Asset Works approval.
Lismore Memorial Baths – Aquatic Engineer site visit complete and awaiting on final report on water treatment system. Scope of works developed and estimation of costs of restoration works has been developed. Following outcome of Aquatic engineers assessment of water treatment system a submission for Community Recreation & Cultural Asset works required will be submitted to Public Works Advisory for approval.
Lismore Park Elaine Blanche Tennis Courts (Lismore Tennis Courts) Clubhouse – Hygienist validation sampling complete, awaiting results of reporting. Scope of works developed and estimation of costs submitted to Public Works Advisory for Community Recreation & Cultural Asset approval.
Lismore Regional Gallery - Hygienist validation sampling complete, awaiting results of reporting for certificate of validation and/or detailed areas of cleaning required. Scope of works developed and estimation of costs submitted to Public Works Advisory for Community Recreation & Cultural Asset Works approval.
Lismore SES Headquarters – Council has been working closely with SES to minimise any disruption during the replacement of floor coverings that were inundated in the February 2022 flood. This work is ongoing and is scheduled to be finished by end of November.
Lismore Transit Centre – The Transit Centre re-opened to the public on Monday 17/10/22 as a Recovery Centre and Assistance point. Minor restoration works continue throughout November as materials/supplies become available.
Marie Mackney Netball Clubhouse (Lismore Netball Courts) – Hazardous building materials have been removed. Structural drying is ongoing. Scope of works developed and estimation of costs submitted to Public Works Advisory for Community Recreation & Cultural Asset Works approval.
Mortimer Oval (Brick Building) - Scope of works developed and estimation of costs submitted to Public Works Advisory for Community Recreation & Cultural Asset Works approval.
Mortimer Oval (Container Building) – Tender for the replacement of the roof structure has closed with successful tenderer selected. Scope of works developed for remaining works and estimation of costs submitted to Public Works Advisory for Community Recreation & Cultural Asset approval.

Municipal Building - Hygienist validation sampling complete, awaiting results of reporting for certificate of validation and/or detailed areas of cleaning required. Scope of works developed and estimation of costs submitted to Public Works Advisory for Community Recreation & Cultural Asset approval.

Richmond River Historical Society contents safely relocated to a flood free location whilst restoration works on the municipal building are complete.

Oakes Oval (Gordan Pavilion) - Scope of works developed and estimation of costs submitted to Public Works Advisory for Community Recreation & Cultural Asset Works approval.

Old Helicopter Building – Electrical, Data and Fire systems restoration has commenced. Scope of works developed and estimation of costs submitted to Public Works Advisory for Community Recreation & Cultural Asset Works approval.
Richards Oval Clubhouse (Lismore Workers Clubhouse) - Hazardous building materials have been removed. Structural drying is ongoing. Scope of works developed and estimation of costs submitted to Public Works Advisory for Community Recreation & Cultural Asset Works approval.
Stock Pot Kitchen (Old Art Gallery) – Stock Pot Kitchen is open to the public. Please see their social media for details on opening hours. The Old Art Gallery’s site restoration is ongoing. A scope of works is developed, and estimation of costs submitted to Public Works Advisory for Community Recreation & Cultural Asset Works approval.
Visitor Information Centre - Hygienist validation sampling complete, awaiting results of reporting for certificate of validation and/or detailed areas of cleaning required. Scope of works is developed, and estimation of costs submitted to Public Works Advisory for Community Recreation & Cultural Asset Works approval.
Buildings and Facilities Update - October 2022

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Emergency works on Council’s flood affected buildings has largely focused on removal of flood affected materials, decontamination and structural drying for all buildings to obtain validation certificates.
What’s structural drying and why is it so important?
Structural drying is the process undertaken after the removal of flood damaged porous building materials. Allowing the underlying structural building materials to dry out with the assistance of dehumidifiers, fans and sometimes gas heated blowers. This reduces the moisture levels present in the building to an acceptable level.
After this process has occurred validation assessments are done to assess the moisture levels within the building, as well as the presence of bacteria and other foreign spores to ensure the building is ready for remediation works. Ensuring mould and other bacteria do not regrow.
All of Council’s buildings have to go through this testing and receive post-remediation verification reports for the buildings moisture, microbial and hazardous material presence.
Council has been receiving these post-remediation verification reports across its built assets, including large buildings such as Lismore City Hall, Lismore Airport Terminal, Lismore Municipal Building, Lismore Library, Lismore Regional Gallery, Lismore Transit Centre and Visitor Information Centre. Some verification certificates have been received others are still awaiting the results of samples sent for testing.

October Feature Project Update - Lismore Transit Centre

The Lismore Transit Centre’s restoration works following the February natural disaster are almost complete!

On Monday 17/10/22 the Recovery Centre and Assistance Point including Service NSW, John Lyng Group, Council and Legal Aid moved into the Transit Centre. Whilst some restorative works remain, the vast majority have been complete.

Public Toilets and Showers are available at the Transit Centre (Please note this is only during the Recovery Centre operational hours).

Below are photos inside some of Council's major buildings, comparing the condition after the February 2022 natural disaster to now.

Lismore City Hall - Fountain Room

Lismore Library
Lismore Municipal Building
Lismore Regional Gallery
Lismore Airport Terminal
Lismore Memorial Baths
February 2022 and July 2022