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Anson Street

3 decisions2 topicsUpdated 5 May 2026

Mentions

  • Location where tree removal affected a neighbouring Elm tree's roots.
  • Intersection where school-time traffic safety actions were resolved.
  • Affects street trees and local amenity, including when removed trees will be replaced and how nearby trees are being monitored.
  • Residents using this intersection can expect safety-related works and possible short-term disruption during construction.
  • Families, school users and nearby residents may see more enforcement and reminders about peak-time restrictions.
  • Residents near the centre of Orange may see planting works and changes to streetscape amenity.

Decisions

Acknowledged tree health and removal timing report

Council acknowledged the information in the Tree Health and Timing for Tree Removal report. Questions were answered about replacement timing and impacts on nearby trees.

Affects street trees and local amenity, including when removed trees will be replaced and how nearby trees are being monitored.

Road safety funding for Racecourse Road and Barrett Street

Council noted that $276,000 has been awarded under the Road Safety Program for works at the Racecourse Road and Barrett Street intersection to improve pedestrian safety.

Residents using this intersection can expect safety-related works and possible short-term disruption during construction.

Traffic and safety actions at Matthews Avenue and Anson Street

Council asked NSW Police to patrol the intersection during school finishing times, directed the Road Safety Officer to observe conditions, and increased communications about school-day restrictions from 8.00am to 9.30am and 2.30pm to 4.00pm.

Families, school users and nearby residents may see more enforcement and reminders about peak-time restrictions.

Topics

Byng Street carpark entrance tree replacement

A tree removed from the Byng Street entrance to the underground carpark is expected to be replaced during the winter planting program.

Residents near the centre of Orange may see planting works and changes to streetscape amenity.

Anson Street tree removal and nearby Elm tree health

Council was advised that roots of the removed tree and the neighbouring Elm tree were intertwined, causing root damage to the Elm; staff are monitoring its health.

There may be ongoing tree health monitoring and possible follow-up action affecting local streetscape and shade canopy.

Meetings

Infrastructure Policy Committee - 7 Apr 2026 6:00 PM

Council acknowledged Local Transport Forum recommendations, including road safety and traffic management actions for several local intersections and streets, and noted current works with a follow-up on footpath upgrades and water conservation promotion.