Work to improve safety measures in the CBD

BOLLARDS, tactiles and bus shelters damaged in the 2022 floods are being replaced across Lismore’s CBD as part of ongoing safety upgrades.

Lismore City Council said the works fall under its urban safety programme and Flood Restoration Portfolio.

Work has started along Woodlark and Molesworth streets and is expected to be completed within eight weeks.

A new bus shelter will also be built at John Crowther Carpark, near the corner of Dawson and Woodlark Streets.

“Increased noise, dust and vibrations may be experienced during the works, though crews will do their best to minimise disruption to the community,” a council spokesperson said.

“Specific dates, times and locations will be communicated directly to businesses and organisations in proximity to the works.”

Council’s Flood Restoration Portfolio is a dedicated initiative to restore and strengthen infrastructure, environment and community facilities.

It has already repaired roads, bridges and waste facilities, and upgraded water and wastewater systems.

The team is also responsible for flood mitigation measures, including levee improvements and drainage works.

It will soon undertake CCTV inspections of stormwater drains across the CBD and select residential areas to inform future maintenance priorities.