Byron Shire Council Infrastructure Recovery Team will continue delivering essential flood recovery projects throughout 2025, following the extensive damage caused by the 2022 floods.
"Our Infrastructure Recovery Team has been busy behind the scenes with investigation and planning, and we're now gearing up for significant construction activity," said Phil Warner, Council's Manager Infrastructure Recovery.
"In June, we began embankment stabilisation works on Wilsons Creek Road. It's now full steam ahead with construction around the shire for the next few years," he added.
Upcoming Construction Projects (August – December 2025)
- Coopers Lane – Damaged culvert and road repairs. Construction is expected to start late 2025.
- Huonbrook - Gravel road repairs are nearly complete. Council is seeking additional funding to upgrade a causeway to allow truck access and complete remaining works.
- Left Bank Road (near 599) - Works include embankment stabilisation, road works, and guardrail installation. Some intermittent road closures are expected. Construction will run from mid-August through to November 2025.
- Main Arm Road (near 1650) - The project includes slope stabilisation, new unsealed road, and guardrail installation. Works begin in September and are scheduled to finish by the end of 2025.
- Minor Landslip Repairs - Multiple minor slips on Goonengerry Road, Left Bank Road, Main Arm Road, and The Pocket Road will be repaired. Work is scheduled from September until late 2025.
- Mullumbimby Road - Works commenced in July and will continue through to December. This project includes safety upgrades from The Saddle Road to McAuleys Lane intersection. Additional works include new road surface, signage, guardrails, and line marking. Changed traffic conditions are in place.
- Wilsons Creek Road - Embankment stabilisation near 803 Wilsons Creek Road is underway and expected to be completed in September. Another embankment stabilisation project just west of the current site is expected to commence in mid-August. Replacement and repair of 55 culvert crossings will commence in August as night works. Additional pavement and sealing works from Lavertys Gap to Malcolm's Corner will begin late 2025.
"Many of the flood recovery projects will continue into 2026, 2027 and even 2028," said Mr Warner.
"There will be disruptions in these areas, and traffic control will be in place. We thank the community for their patience and encourage people to stay up to date via Council's website and communication channels, and Live Traffic. More detailed information will be shared closer to each project's start date," he added.
For updates and information about flood repair work please visit Council's website.
Council also reminds all road users to drive with care through construction zones, follow signage and directions from traffic controllers, and allow extra travel time for their safety and the safety of workers on site.
These projects are jointly funded by the Australian and NSW Governments under the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements. Some projects also received additional funding from other programs.
