Construction begins on Numurkah’s $3.5m levee project

The extensive 3.12km levee will stretch from Goulburn Valley Hwy to Kinnairds Rd, featuring earthen levees, concrete retaining walls and demountable flood barriers at vital road crossings.

Local contractor Mick Hogan Excavations has been appointed to construct the project, which will begin in early May along Station St, near the wetlands.

This initial phase is expected to take about two weeks.

Construction will proceed in segments, carefully managed to reduce traffic disruptions and ensure pedestrian safety.

While certain sections of nearby walking paths will be closed, traffic management plans are set to alleviate any congestion around affected roads.

Moira Shire Council chair administrator Graeme Emonson expressed his excitement about the project’s start, noting that it was a long-awaited milestone for the community.

“It’s rewarding to see the extensive community planning come to fruition,” he said.

“A lot of work has gone into the design and planning of the levee by the Numurkah Flood Mitigation Implementation Committee to ensure it will protect residents but also align with the community’s expectations and integrate with local landscapes as much as possible.”

The levee will navigate existing walking tracks around the wetlands and move through the local council depot, following the walking path near Broken Creek and Gray St and ultimately connecting with Kinnairds Rd.

Special consideration has been given to the intersection of Melville and Brenion Sts and the Louis Hamon Rose Garden.

Construction has been timed for winter to mitigate the impact on the established roses, which will be removed for replanting by community members.

As works progress, council will provide regular updates through its website and social media channels.