YEOVAL
Yeoval Recreation Ground
The tennis courts, tennis shed, footpaths, and concrete apron were completed last financial year. Community consultation has been undertaken for the upgrade to play equipment and installation of a new electronic scoreboard.
Next steps: Install the scoreboard and play equipment before the end of the year.
EUGOWRA
Eugowra Sportsground Lighting
Work is progressing on the Eugowra Sportsground lighting restoration. A contractor has been engaged, and a startup meeting was held on 10 November. Procurement of non-upgrade equipment has commenced, pending Essential Energy approval. Completion is scheduled for April 2026.
Refurbishment of Former Eugowra Pre-School Site
The former ECCC building has been rebuilt with flood-resilient materials and will provide changerooms, a multipurpose hall, office, referees’ facilities, and kiosk. Accessibility and fire compliance upgrades have been completed. The project is anticipated to finish by mid-January, with a proposed Stage 2 to restore the playground pending grant variation approval.
Restoration of Memorial Park, Eugowra
The final concept design has been received. Quotes for the toilet block and tenders for playground equipment and landscaping will be reported to the March Council Meeting. Completion is expected by July 2026.
Restoration of Eugowra Historical Museum & Bushranger Centre
The museum refurbishment reached practical completion on 2 December, with the committee now moving exhibits back in. The upgrade includes a new reception and family history room, flood-resilient finishes, improved accessibility, and compliance with fire codes. Additional works such as façade repairs, new lighting, and internet have also been completed. Next steps include a proposed new machinery display shed, with a development application planned for early 2026. Project completion is set for December 2025.
Activation of Eugowra CBD
Community consultation has been completed, and a Request for Quote for civil design works was issued on 7 November. Next steps include engaging a contractor and commencing design early in the new year, with planning expected to finish by March 2026. Overall completion is scheduled for August 2026.
Eugowra Showground Power Activation
A contractor has been engaged, and a startup meeting with stakeholders was held on 10 November. Procurement of non-upgrade equipment has commenced, pending Essential Energy approval. Completion is expected by April 2026.
Restoration of Eugowra Pool & Amenities
The Eugowra Pool refurbishment is the first CAP24 project completed, officially opening on 22 November. Works included full amenities upgrade to current standards with disability access, resurfacing of pools, new shade structures, plant room shed, landscaping, and a rainwater tank.
MOLONG
Molong Hockey Field Relocation
Key structural and surface preparation works have been completed, including kerb installation, final trimming of the base pavement layer, asphalt preparation, fence post installation, and footpath preparation.
Next Steps:
- Asphalt works scheduled to commence on 15 December 2025
- Concrete pouring for footpaths following asphalt completion
- Installation of fencing panels after surfacing works
The project remains on schedule, with upcoming tasks focused on surfacing and finishing elements to meet timelines.
Activation of Hunter Caldwell Sports Precinct
Earthworks have been completed, with the existing road base material removed, stockpiled, and repurposed for future council projects. A 300mm layer of topsoil has been installed and levelled in preparation for turfing. Irrigation works began in early December using an existing water license from the creek. Turf installation has been postponed until early in the new year to allow for the setup of new travelling irrigators.
Fencing at the Betts Street site has been completed, including lowering the existing fence and reinstating gates. Steel fencing at the soccer fields, replacing treated pine logs, has been delayed until February 2026 due to contractor availability.
Next Steps:
- Turfing scheduled for late January/early February
- Steel post and rail fencing installation at soccer fields in early 2026
The project is progressing steadily, with groundwork and irrigation completed ahead of final surfacing and fencing works.
Molong Showground Upgrade
This progress is on hold until the wastewater load from the existing and planned new amenities is confirmed.
MANILDRA
Manildra Multipurpose Courts Relocation
Asphalt surfacing has been completed and is curing for a three-week period. All fencing installation is finished, and preparation for concrete driveways and footpaths is complete. Drainage works have also been successfully installed.
Next Steps:
- Core drilling for tennis and netball posts
- Pouring footpaths and driveway
- Cleaning asphalt surface
- Court painting and line marking
- Lighting and water service installation scheduled for January 2026
The project remains on schedule, with courts expected to be ready for use over the Christmas period.
CANOWINDRA
Construction of a cabin at the Canowindra Caravan Park
The cabin is nearly complete and ready for delivery and installation. However, additional fire compliance requirements have been identified, and options for installing a hydrant are being assessed.
Next Steps: Install the cabin and seek quotes for hydrant installation.
Canowindra CHS & Library Refurbishment
The refurbishment project is nearing completion after construction began in May following an extensive design, approval, and tendering process. Despite some challenges during demolition, works have progressed smoothly, and final painting, fit-off, and touch-ups are underway. Practical completion is expected by the end of 2025.
Next Steps:
- Furniture delivery and Meals on Wheels freezer installation in January
- Library and office move-in, followed by public opening in February 2026
The project will deliver a larger, more functional library space, new public toilets, upgraded and accessible council offices, and a new community meeting room.
Cabonne Pools
Upgrade seven pool amenities across communities within Cabonne
- Plantroom, Electrical and Filter Upgrades (All pools)
- Wet deck as part of the plantroom upgrades (Cumnock, Yeoval)
- Hot water systems (Cudal, Cumnock, Manildra, Yeoval)
- Perimeter fencing and Landscaping (Canowindra, Cudal, Molong, Cumnock, Yeoval)
- Accessible carparking (as per available contingency funding
- Consultant costs – Plantroom upgrades
- SCADA Software program for plantrooms