Remediation of the Crown reserve is complete. The project included removing contaminated materials and unused infrastructure and restoring the site for future use.
Summary
Location
Crown reserve off Crawford Street, Bulahdelah
Dates
May to September 2025
Project investment
$385,000
Key outcomes
- Removal of contaminated soil to prevent environmental impacts and protect the community.
- Demolition of damaged wharf impacted by flooding events and redundant refuelling infrastructure including storage fuel tank, fuel shed, underground fuel lines, fuel dispenser and winch storage shed.
- Bank stabilisation work including 390 native saplings planted along the riverbank.
- Improved site safety and alignment with RU5 – Village zoning which allows for recreational, tourist or commercial land uses.
- Minimised disruption to the local community through managed construction practices for noise, dust and vibration.
