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Murrumburrah Precinct Project

Client

Hilltops Council

Duration

March 2023 - February 2024

Location

Murrumburrah NSW 

Expertise

Bulk Earthworks and
Land Remediation, Concrete and Retaining Structures, Urban Spaces

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Guided by community consultation, the project enhanced and upgraded local facilities and amenities for the Murrumburrah community.

Project Scope

  • Site restoration including Earthworks
  • Irrigation and stormwater management Automated irrigation system
  • Sheet piling methodology for the construction of fish ladders and Neill Street causeway
  • Creek water flow diversion and management with strict environmetal controls and monitoring
  • Planting and landscaping
  • Traffic and pedestrian management
  • Concrete works
  • Testing and commissioning
  • Landscaping
  • Carpark, including spray seal and line marking
  • Upgrade and installation of park amenities including; park benches, playground equipment, soft-fall surfaces
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Key Challenges

Rehabilitating a Severely Degraded Creek System

The precinct’s creek system was in poor condition and required significant restoration, including the need for fish passages to rehabilitate the fish. Our team secured the required fisheries permits and used in‑house design and construction capability to deliver fish ladders, baffles and a new causeway, restoring environmental function and supporting the long‑term health of the unique fish species in the creek.

Delivering Community Amenities That Meet Local Needs and Boost Tourism

Consultation with the local community identified the need to encourage passing traffic to stop, visit the shops and use the local amenities. Guided by community consultation, our team carried out site restoration, installed new irrigation and stormwater systems, landscaping, a new car park, playground equipment, benches and Softfall surfaces, creating an inviting precinct that enhances liveability and supports local economic activity.

Meeting Project Deadlines and Delivering High Value Construction Outcomes

With the capability to undertake all construction works in house, Delaney Civil had complete control of this project which meant we were able to exceed safety expectations and meet all project milestones. Our in-house capability also provided us with the opportunity to offer the client value for money solutions.

 

 

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The project delivered a renewed precinct that improves community amenity, restores the creek system and attracts more visitors to the local area.