Over 250 Lismore City Council assets were affected by the February and March 2022 flooding events, including buildings, parks, public toilets and facilities. The estimated bill to repair the damages was estimated at close to $1 billion, including the road network.

Funding falls under various government grants, depending on the project, such as the Community, Recreation and Cultural Assets Restoration grant.

Lismore City Council prioritised the list of assets needing repairs with community needs in mind. One of the first to reopen was the Lismore Memorial Baths in December 2023.

Below is an update of five major LCC assets that are in the process of being rebuilt:

Lismore Library

During June, significant progress was made on the Lismore Library. Construction activities included the installation of wall sheeting in wet areas and progress in electrical, plumbing, air conditioning, and other rough-ins. Floor tiles were removed, and new timber flooring began installation, with the laying of battens and ply towards month's end. Window repairs and internal painting commenced, and air conditioning units were installed on the roof. Installation of timber floors and painting are currently underway. Progress is also being made on various service trades.

Lismore Regional Airport

At the Lismore Regional Airport, work is progressing on several fronts. The Porte Cochere roof soffit has been removed, and abrasive blasting of the structural steel is underway. Additionally, the old structural steel is being replaced with new roof purlins. Power systems have been updated, and the plans and approvals for Stage 2 are almost complete. Excavation and electrical work for upgrading the car park lighting are also ongoing.

The Quad

At The Quad, there was a significant focus on concrete work, involving extensive excavation and removal of spoil from both The Quad and the Northern Terrace.

Sub-soil systems were installed, and by the end of the month, preparations for new concrete slabs were complete. Paving and the installation of new storm water trunk lines in The Quad area were finished.

Concrete was poured in both the western and northern areas, preparing them for final touches with sand and topsoil. Further enhancements included the delivery of bulk topsoil and the start of landscaping and furniture setups. Concrete pouring continued on the Northern Terrace and in the Southern Quad, with tiling also progressing on the Northern Terrace.

Cattle Sale Yards

Recent developments have included the removal of fencing and the completion of landscaping.

Lismore City Hall - Stage 1

Early works at the Lismore City Hall site included completing Stage 1 footings and blockwork, which were core-filled. The setup of stage 2 footings, columns, and block walls, along with the installation of structural beams, progressed. Adjustments to props allowed for the next stages of work, with blockwork and column installations completed by late June.

Stage 1 has been successfully completed, with preparations underway for the initiation of Stage 2.