Works

Each year we undertake an extensive springtime program of mowing, slashing and fire hazard management across the region.

From October and through to Summer we visit all council owned land to maintain vegetation and reduce hazards. This includes council land such as bush reserves, fire trails, rural roadsides and other natural areas.

Parks and sportsgrounds are maintained routinely throughout the entire year including throughout.

Toward the end of the schedule, we reassess all areas and will reattend spots where substantial vegetation has grown back. Typically, the mowing and slashing is done in stages, we start with fencelines and move into the centre, then we return for clean up – so the works may occur intermittently over several days.

Council-owned rural roadsides are slashed once a year and this work is done by a contractor.

The primary purpose of roadside slashing is to ensure clear sight lines for drivers, signage visibility, drain maintenance, safe pedestrian passage and fire safety. The basic mowing and slashing work utilises large machinery to minimise traffic disruptions and roadsides are not maintained to the same standard of sportsgrounds, parks and reserves.

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