Works

From 2 September, Council will begin a project to reconstruct an area of Brinktop Road, Richmond – approximately 1.5 kilometres east of the Prossers Road junction (see image below).

The location was identified as part of the Australian Government’s Black Spot Grant Program, which includes funding for Black Spots across the state of Tasmania. The works aim to reduce the likelihood of car crashes and increase road safety by improving visibility and traffic flow on the tight bend on Brinktop Road.

The planned works will start the week beginning 2 September 2024 and it is anticipated the works will take 12 weeks to complete (weather dependent). During the construction period, one lane will be closed during work hours (8am-5pm) and open to two lanes of traffic at the end of each working day.

Temporary traffic management will be in place throughout the work period. Please keep to speed limits and follow the direction of signs and traffic controllers to keep workers and community safe.

Hours of Disruption: Monday to Friday work hours 8am-5pm

Disruption Type: One lane closed during works hours

Council is currently planning upgrade works on Pass Road, Rokeby, between Glebe Hill Road and Connor Place. It is intended the upgrading work from Winterborne Road to Connor Place be undertaken in 2024-2025, subject to contractor availability, with these works to be followed by the upgrading work from Glebe Hill Road to Winterborne Road.

Council plans to improve and widen the road so that it is more suitable for the increased traffic and type of vehicles using the road. Additionally, a shared path is to be provided on the western side of Pass Road from Glebe Hill Road to Winterborne Road with allowance for a possible future shared path from Winterborne Road to Connor Place.

The road widening will also require the relocation of some underground services and overhead power lines and poles.

For additional information please contact council’s Project Manager Mark Painter on 03 6217 9734 or mpainter@ccc.tas.gov.au.

Hours of Disruption: Monday to Friday work hours

Disruption Type: Changed traffic conditions

June 2024 update – project postponed

Key updates

- Stormwater pipe was unable to be installed on Thursday, 13 June 2024
- Handfish spawning season is throughout July-December
- Project will resume early next year (2025)
- Temporary pipe will be installed and area will return to previous use

On Thursday 13 June 2024, council contractors planned to complete the final phase of the Beach Stormwater Project by installing a large section of the stormwater pipe from the bottom of Beach Street out into the River Derwent.

During the installation process attempts to connect the outfall pipe had to be abandoned and the project has not been able to be completed as planned.

Due to environmental time constraints relating to the Spotted Handfish spawning season from July to December, and the necessary planning for a project of this scale, we have had to postpone the project until early 2025.

While a disappointing outcome on the day, we remain committed to prioritising our environment and minimising impacts on our treasured, natural areas.

The Spotted Handfish is a rare species, only found in Tasmania, specifically in the River Derwent, and are critically endangered. As they are limited in number, it is important council does its part in protecting the breeding season.

We sincerely thank the residents and businesses in the affected area for their patience through what has been a significant project to address flooding issues. This project has impacted nearby residents and the community more broadly, and we apologise for any inconvenience. The understanding and support from our residents have been greatly appreciated and we will keep you informed as plans progress.

What happens now?

A temporary pipe will be installed, meaning the roads, beaches and trails will return to their former use until we recommence the project in 2025.

The sand dune will be reinstated (including erosion protection) and the beach and foreshore trail will be reopened for public access.

As we approach the new installation date in 2025, we will notify the community through our website and communicate directly with nearby residents.

This page will be updated through the project, however for additional information please contact council’s Manager Engineering, Angela Moore by email amoore@ccc.tas.gov.au.

Hours of Disruption: On-going - Monday to Friday

Disruption Type: Changed traffic, parking, pedestrian conditions