Lismore City Council has advised the community of upcoming works to the stormwater drain network in the central Lismore area.

Following the February 2022 natural disaster, the Lismore drain network suffered extensive damage. The community assisted with petitioning for funding, which is now secured, to remove silt from open drains in the central Lismore area.

A Lismore-based earthworks contractor will undertake the work one road section at a time. The works will occur in selected streets, with work will commence in South Lismore, starting with Casino Street, Kyogle Street, Caniaba Street, Phillis Street and Engine Street. The work is subject to weather conditions.

There will be disruption to traffic during this project, including the availability of street parking. Residents and motorists will be notified of road changes via roadside signage. Local resident access will remain, and emergency services vehicles will be accommodated.

Please adhere to all road signs and directions from any traffic controllers and ensure extra care is taken around workers on foot. We apologise in advice for any disruptions you may experience while we carry out this essential work.

Council will provide updates on the road to be cleaned on our dedicated Flood Restoration – Flood Resilience Program page. Affected residents will receive a letter drop prior to work starting on their street.

Updates for these works will be posted on our Your Say dedicated Flood Recovery – Roads and Bridges page: https://yoursay.lismore.nsw.gov.au/flood-restoration...

Should you wish to contact council directly with any questions or comments, or register your contact details to receive updates, please call (02) 6625 0500 or email [email protected] and include the title ‘CBD Drains – August 2024 Update.’