MidCoast Council is making strong progress on its four-year Delivery Program 2025-2029, despite the challenges caused by the May 2025 flood event.
Council's latest six-month report shows that 16% of projects and performance measures have already been completed or achieved, and 63% are on track to meet their annual targets. This means the majority of Council's work is either progressing well or finished.
While recovery and repairs from the May 2025 flood are still ongoing, Council has continued delivering important projects across the region.
One of the biggest priorities was repairing the damaged water main that supplies Wingham. During the floods, the pipeline crossing the Manning River was badly damaged. A temporary solution was quickly put in place to maintain water supply. The permanent replacement project was successfully completed in December 2025. The new pipeline has been installed safely under the riverbed to better protect it from future floods. To complete this urgent work, resources were redirected from other water supply projects. As a result, some water projects have been delayed but remain planned for this financial year.
Other highlights include the new Cedar Party Creek Bridge, which opened to traffic in November 2025. The elevated bridge improves flood safety and traffic flow and was delivered with significant State and Australian Government funding.
A new skate park at Black Head was completed, creating an inclusive space for young people and families. The Tea Gardens Library expansion was also completed, adding a new meeting and events space and upgraded facilities.
Council has continued to invest in facilities and programs that support community health and wellbeing, including the new Stroud State Emergency Services facility, which is currently under construction and will provide modern support for emergency responders. Building works at the Stroud Medical Centre were also completed to address structural issues and improve access for the community.
Several major environmental projects took place, including the Dunns Creek Wetland at South Forster, which is now operating and improving water quality before stormwater enters Wallis Lake.
Council also partnered with Transport for NSW to dredge channels in the Lower Myall River, improving boating safety and water flow, while in Gloucester, riverbank restoration works were completed to repair flood damage and prevent further erosion.
Read the full report in the attachments to the 25 February Ordinary Meeting, https://www.midcoast.nsw.gov.au/Your-Council/Council-meetings/Agendas-and-minutes. MidCoast Council remains committed to delivering its four-year plan and supporting a strong, connected and resilient community.
