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Council project and capital works decisions
Highlights
- Supports ongoing sewer infrastructure maintenance and upgrades.
- Residents and businesses in the area can expect consultation and possible future streetscape changes.
- Changes traffic flow, pedestrian access, parking and streetscape works in central Merimbula.
- May correct planning map errors affecting land use decisions and future development.
- Affects the timing and delivery of CBD road works and associated local contracts.
- May affect local water infrastructure works and delivery scheduling.
Decisions
Sewer pump station switchboard renewals contractors accepted
Council accepted a panel of recognised contractors for sewer pump station switchboard renewals for four years.
Supports ongoing sewer infrastructure maintenance and upgrades.
Building Better Streets projects progressed to community engagement
The committee endorsed progressing the Macquarie Street South Junction and Montpelier Retreat Upgrade to community engagement.
Residents and businesses in the area can expect consultation and possible future streetscape changes.
Merimbula CBD Upgrade Project revised implementation
Council resolved not to proceed with the exhibited traffic trial circulation scheme or detailed design, and instead endorsed a revised configuration for Merimbula CBD. The adopted package includes mini roundabouts, retained two-way traffic on Market Street, a formal pedestrian crossing, revised Beach Street works, time-limited parking, and a future HPAA subject to approval.
Changes traffic flow, pedestrian access, parking and streetscape works in central Merimbula.
Mapping errors planning proposal
Council authorised officers to submit a planning proposal to the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure for a Gateway Determination, and to finalise it without returning to Council if conditions are met and no substantial changes are required.
May correct planning map errors affecting land use decisions and future development.
Merimbula CBD traffic trials tender outcome
Council rejected the tender from RD Miller Pty Ltd for the original traffic trials scope due to required changes, and delegated the CEO to negotiate with the preferred tenderer for a revised scope and contract outcome.
Affects the timing and delivery of CBD road works and associated local contracts.
Bega Valley watermains renewal/upgrade contract variation
Council accepted a confidential recommendation and amended an earlier resolution relating to the watermains renewal/upgrade contract variation.
May affect local water infrastructure works and delivery scheduling.
Gifford Park sporting and public amenity concept endorsed
Council noted community engagement outcomes and endorsed the final concept design to proceed to detailed design and construction.
Moves a local park upgrade closer to construction and delivery.
Confidential land acquisition approved
Council resolved in confidential session to acquire land at Maroochy River, with public release to follow after transfer is registered.
Could affect future land use, infrastructure delivery or council holdings in the Maroochy River area.
Mount Cotton Investigation Area supported in principle
Council resolved to authorise the Acting Mayor to write to the Deputy Premier supporting, in principle, investigation of the general Mount Cotton area for inclusion in the Urban Footprint, subject to conditions including employment, tourism, sport and recreation uses only, no suburban-scale residential development, and developer-funded infrastructure.
Affects future land-use planning, job land supply and development expectations in Mount Cotton and surrounding areas.
Electricity procurement through SSROC PEERS
Council noted its participation in the SSROC PEERS program, reaffirmed its commitment to 100% renewable energy, and delegated authority to the General Manager to finalise the electricity supply contract.
Supports Council’s renewable energy purchasing and may affect long-term utility costs and sustainability outcomes.
Marian Street Theatre project subjected to financial and community scrutiny
Council rejected an amendment and continued debate on a motion that would require funding source clarification, updated consultation and review of the redevelopment pathway.
Keeps open major decisions about a long-running arts infrastructure project and potential funding from the Moree Street Carpark sale.
Bundamba intersections response received and noted
The report responding to a Notice of Motion about the Law Street/Byrne Street/Mary Street and Law Street/Bognuda Street intersections in Bundamba was received and noted.
Keeps residents informed on council’s response to traffic and intersection concerns in Bundamba, although no upgrade decision was made at this meeting.
Electronic security services tender awarded
Council resolved to award Tender No. 250910-000127 / VP500584 for Electronic Security Services Separable Portion 1 (Safe City Network) and Portion 2 (Asset Protection / Corporate Security), enter into contracts with the listed suppliers for an estimated combined $15 million excluding GST over two years, with extension options, and delegate contract implementation powers to the CEO.
Affects safety and surveillance-related services across the city, with long-term contract value and service continuity implications.
Augusta Parkway road rehabilitation awarded
Council resolved to award Tender 5946 for Road Rehabilitation Works at Augusta Parkway, Augustine Heights, enter a contract with the successful supplier, and delegate implementation powers to the CEO within the approved budget.
Supports road condition and driving safety in Augustine Heights and surrounding local traffic routes.
River Heart bank stabilisation project awarded
Council resolved to award Tender 5857 for the River Heart Bank Stabilisation Project, enter a contract with the successful supplier, and delegate implementation powers to the CEO within the approved amount.
Important for riverbank stability, flood resilience and public safety around the River Heart area.
Limestone Park netball courts resurfacing awarded
Council resolved to award Tender VP499697 for resurfacing the Limestone Park netball courts, enter a contract with the successful supplier, and delegate implementation powers to the CEO within the approved amount.
Improves sporting facilities used by local players, clubs and families.
Adopted draft Wolumla Local Infrastructure Contribution Plan
Council adopted the draft Bega Valley Local Infrastructure Contribution Plan 2026-2041 as exhibited and directed it be published on the website.
Sets infrastructure contribution settings that can affect future development costs and local infrastructure funding, including around Wolumla.
Developer contributions review advanced
Council confirmed it would seek IPART approval to levy above the current State Government cap, review Roads and Open Spaces Contributions Plans using a proposed cap range of $35,000 to $40,000, consider phased implementation, and develop a Section 7.12 Contributions Plan including possible car park improvement funding.
Could affect the cost of new housing and development, and the funding available for local infrastructure.
Warrill Park Lawn Cemetery plan deferred for further review
The master plan had been deferred to the 16 June 2026 Infrastructure, Planning and Assets Committee for further review; councillors also noted the briefing and further work will be done on alternate nursery design options.
May affect cemetery layout, future use and service planning.
Rosewood Aquatic Centre petition response referred on
Councillors noted and discussed the response to the petition for year-round operation of Rosewood Aquatic Centre. A report will go to the Infrastructure, Planning and Assets Committee for consideration.
Relevant to pool opening arrangements and potential service access in Rosewood.
Topics
Playspace Strategy Implementation program endorsed
Council approved the 2026/27 works program, but an amendment to exclude Pole Depot Park and defer consultation there was lost.
Determines where playground and playspace upgrades will proceed next financial year.
Jubilee Stadium eastern toilet block scope change noted
Council noted a scope change and budget adjustment for the Jubilee Stadium eastern toilet block replacement and updated the 4-year capital works program.
Changes timing and cost for a stadium amenity upgrade.
Confidential land purchase
Council considered a confidential acquisition of land at Maroochy River and authorised public release after registration.
May be connected to future infrastructure or strategic property planning.
Monetary contribution recalculation for Oatley project
When amending condition 18 for the Oatley development, the panel noted the monetary contribution had been incorrectly calculated and must be levied under the Georges River Local Infrastructure Contributions Plan 2021.
Affects developer contributions that help fund local infrastructure and can influence project costs.
Intermittent water pressure concerns
Previous council resolutions were reiterated regarding persistent water pressure interruptions affecting properties south of trunk main infrastructure in high-level pressure zones around Mount Cotton Road, Ney Road, School Road and Howlett Road.
Relevant to household water service reliability and possible customer concession arrangements.
Property and infrastructure acquisitions
Council authorised steps to acquire Ausgrid land at 30 Brighton Street, Petersham and reviewed confidentiality arrangements after acquisition.
May affect local utility land use and future infrastructure planning.
Rate revenue increase and budget adoption
The meeting endorsed the 2026/27 Budget-related documents with a 24.6% Special Rate Variation, alongside the 4.4% rate peg, creating a 29% rate revenue increase for 2026/27 after a tied vote and the Mayor’s casting vote.
Directly affects rates, Council spending and the funding of services and capital works.
Capital investment in provisional projects
The committee considered projects assessed under the Capital Investment in Provisional Projects Policy and supported modest spending on two community facilities.
Residents in the affected areas may see small-scale infrastructure delivered sooner through this funding path.
Government request for shark monitoring infrastructure
Council will write to the NSW Government seeking a permanent shark listening station near Coogee Beach, Clovelly Beach and Gordon’s Bay.
Could improve monitoring and public safety information across nearby coastal areas.
North Ipswich Reserve Masterplan
Updated potential configurations were presented and discussed, with a workshop and technical athletics track report planned.
Could shape future sporting infrastructure and community access at North Ipswich Reserve.
Bega War Memorial Swimming Pool renewal tender accepted subject to funding
Council accepted the recommended tender for the pool renewal design work, with execution contingent on confirmation from the grant funding body.
The Bega pool project can proceed towards renewal if grant funding is confirmed.
Future infrastructure funding through developer contributions
Council signalled a stronger approach to developer contributions, including lobbying for a higher cap and exploring a new Section 7.12 plan for works outside the current essential works framework.
May influence future development costs and infrastructure delivery.
Loftus Recreation Centre performance review
Council noted the review of operational and financial performance for Belgravia Health and Leisure Group Ltd Pty in respect of Loftus Recreation Centre.
Relevant to users of the leisure centre and residents watching service performance and contract outcomes.
Capital projects update
The committee received and noted the June 2026 capital projects update.
Provides an update on the status of council infrastructure spending and delivery, though no new decision was made.
Sports Advisory Committee report
Council was asked to adopt recommendations from the Sports Advisory Committee and noted an update on the Carss Park Aquatic Facility.
Relevant to sporting clubs, facility users and residents interested in recreation infrastructure.
Committee meeting structure and membership
Council noted revised committee Terms of Reference for the Assets and Infrastructure, Community and Culture, Environment and Planning, and Finance and Governance committees, with all councillors to be members and meetings held consecutively on the second Monday of the month.
This affects how committee business is organised and may influence the timing of decisions on local projects and services.
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