Current as at: April 2024
Planning and construction updates
Precinct 9
Bulk earthworks are complete. The bulk earthworks are the first phase of the civil works and will allow Landcom to install and construct infrastructure for residential subdivision as part of future development applications.
South and East Road (Horrie Road) construction, bordering the Edmondson Park Public School and future high school site, is nearing completion. Kerbs, streetscaping and stormwater infrastructure is complete, with electrical and water infrastructure to be installed in the next few weeks. Horrie Road is on track to become a public road by mid-2024, subject to Council approval.
Precinct 3
Works to remove trees in Precinct 3 is now complete. The development application is currently under assessment with Council.
Edmondson Regional Park
The revegetation works in the future Edmondson Regional Park are now complete after undertaking a great amount of maintenance. Transfer of the park land to National Parks and Wildlife Servies is anticipated to happen by mid-2024.
Mont St Quentin Oval update
On 21 February, specialist hygienists conducted an inspection at Mont St Quentin Oval and found non-friable asbestos. As a precaution, the community event scheduled for 24 February was postponed.
Please find below a list of Frequently Asked Questions in relation to the reopening of the oval and the community event.
When will the oval be cleaned?
Remediation of Mont St Quentin Oval is anticipated to begin by early May.
What does the cleaning process involve?
Remediation will involve excavation of all asbestos contaminated materials by a licensed asbestos removalist in accordance with the relevant legislation and guidelines. The material will then be disposed of to a suitably licensed waste facility and replaced with new, clean material.
How long will cleaning take?
Physical works will take approximately one to two weeks. Clearance will then need to be obtained from the relevant authorities.
When will the oval reopen?
It is anticipated that Mont St Quentin Oval will be reopened to the public in mid-2024, subject to receiving clearance from the relevant authorities. The postponed community event will likely occur shortly after this.