Work to repair significant landslip in the region

Major landslips and repair works were damaged or delayed during Ex Tropical Cyclone Alfred. Photo: SUPPLIED.

WORK to repair a major landslip at Stony Chute and other damaged roads will ramp up across the Lismore LGA in the coming months following recent severe weather.

Lismore City Council said heavy rainfall in March and April worsened an existing slip near the junction of Stony Chute Road, Whitney Road and Zouch Road.

The landslip spans approximately 30 metres and affects private properties on both sides of Stony Chute Road.

Following assessment, the road was closed for safety and to prevent further damage.

The closure is expected to remain in place until at least August, while funding has been secured

and crews are mobilised to begin the repairs.

Damage from some of the worst affected roads in the region. Photo: SUPPLIED.

The works form part of Council’s broader Flood Restoration Portfolio.

Emergency road repairs funded by Transport for NSW under the Essential Public Asset Restoration Program are also continuing, alongside response works triggered by Cyclone Alfred.

Emergency works will continue through to mid-June and have included inspections across all asset classes, including roads, wastewater and stormwater infrastructure.

“To date, 1120 instances of damage have been identified from the March weather event, with over 50 per cent across our road network,” a council spokesperson said.

“These assessments will guide our prioritised program of works.”