Stage 1 Building Renewals underway until August to deliver new and improved amenities in the 25m pool area, including the addition of a new Accessible Adult Change Room.

While works occur, temporary amenities with disability facilities will be available as well as general amenities in the main building.

The 25m pool will retain same operations and times.

Stage 2 Building Renewals - Upgrade to facilities and main amenities building (Aug-Dec) - improved change rooms, including two Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) accessible facilities and three new family change rooms, new roof structures over main amenities, new awning to the existing kiosk, front entrance upgrade.

During these works, a temporary alternative entry point to the facility will be set-up. Notice will be given, and signs will be in place before these changes.

While works occur, temporary amenities available and amenities in the 25m pool enclosure.

50m pool relining works have been deferred until May 2022, enabling works to the 25m indoor pool to be undertaken during summer. Notice will be provided ahead of any works or pool closures.

25m pool temperature - Council has undertaken investigation with divers and has identified a significant pipework failure currently causing water and heat losses. Council’s Strategic Asset Performance team has designed the repair solution to return the heated pool to its usual state. Repair works to resolve the failure will require emptying the 25m pool, with temporary closure of the 25m pool planned from 18 September to 3 October.

Gladstone Regional Council is being assisted to deliver this improved facility for the region with:

- $2.4m State Government funding, through the 2021-24 Works for Queensland Program,
- $1.2m State Government funding, through the COVID Works for Queensland Program, and
- $1.6m through the Federal Government’s Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program.

Works will include:

• Stage 2 (June 2021 to January 2022) – Conduit and cable installation, cable termination and testing, installation of new main switchboard and associated distribution boards, and installation and energisation of a new 750kVA Padmount Transformer. This work is funded by Gladstone Regional Council.

Stage 1 of the Tondoon Botanic Gardens Electrical Upgrades Project is an initiative of the Queensland Government.

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This $1.5m project is proudly funded by the Queensland Government through the Transport Infrastructure Development Scheme (TIDS), and Gladstone Regional Council.

Works are scheduled as part of Council’s 2021/22 capital works.

The condition of the road, kerb and footpath in this area has deteriorated with tree roots damaging the road and paths, creating potential trip hazards and risks to public safety.

Council is also future-proofing Toolooa Street by placing conduits underneath the road at regular intervals to support future services.

While pavement and footpath work occur, Council will also install stormwater pipes and conduit for future water services.

Council is mindful of undertaking these works with as minimal disruption to businesses, residents and the community as possible with works to be carried out in stages, and in sections, along this stretch of Toolooa Street.

Outline of Planned Works

• Mon 11 Oct to Fri 15 Oct - Trenching (Section 1) - The trenching of sub-soil drains and conduits. All works planned in this timeframe will remain in Section 1.

Vegetation

A number of trees were removed in the work area on 23 and 24 September. Further re-vegetation information will be provided as the project progresses. Council recognises that many of these established trees had been in the area for a significant time and strong consideration was given to retain as many existing trees in the work area where possible. Trees along the footpath (on the residential side of Toolooa St) were assessed with a number of trees identified to be causing damage to the road, kerb and footpath, leading to increased risk to public safety.

Traffic Conditions

Motorists and pedestrians are advised to expect detours and changes to traffic conditions within this works area at different stages of this project.

• All works are forecast to occur between Monday to Friday, 7am-5pm.
• Noise, vibration and dust can be expected from the project site. Water trucks will be used regularly for dust suppression as required.
• While all practical efforts will be made to limit temporary closures, some limited disruption to access will be unavoidable.
• Likelihood, at times, of property access disruptions for residents as no other entry and exit alternatives to Thomson St.
• Some access disruptions of up to 10 mins may be experienced entering and exiting Thomson St while a portion of works is completed and made safe for vehicles to travel through the work area.

Removal of existing failing water mains and replacement.  

Works involve removal of existing water main (located under road and footpaths in some areas.  

Temporary above ground water lines (to provide water while the section of water main is replaced.  

Installation of new water main.  

New water main connection to the existing network and house connections.  

Testing and activation of the new water main.  

Removal of temporary water lines.  

Construction work times will be Monday to Friday, 6.30am-6pm; and 8am-4pm Saturday and Sunday; although some night works may be considered.

Motorists are urged to drive carefully near the works area and adhere to any changed traffic conditions or directions.  

Removal of existing failing water mains and replacement.  

Works involve removal of existing water main (located under road and footpaths in some areas.  

Temporary above ground water lines (to provide water while the section of water main is replaced.  

Installation of new water main.  

New water main connection to the existing network and house connections.  

Testing and activation of the new water main.  

Removal of temporary water lines.