Nearly $1m for Kyogle’s CBD

By SAMANTHA ELLEY

Nearly $1,000,000 for the Kyogle CBD is definitely good news, thanks to a grant from the State Government from the Stronger Country Communities Fund.

A visit from Nationals Upper House member Scott Barrett confirmed Kyogle Council has received the grant to upgrade the main part of Kyogle’s shopping district.

“It will cover between Stratheden Street down to Geneva Street,” said council’s director of planning, Chris White.

“We are planning to include street trees and landscape features with more room for street front dining.

“Lights will be renewed so the street will be lit up at night, giving businesses the opportunity to trade for longer hours.”

The funding has been timely as it will fit neatly between two other grants the council has received which will see an upgrade to the civic square in front of council chambers as well as the lower end of town.

Deputy mayor Tom Cooper said the funding will support the increased trade felt by the village.

“Kyogle has received a lot more business as people have come to our town after being flood affected,” he said.

With South East Queensland and Brisbane a huge market with passing trade, Mr White said the upgrade to the CBD will hopefully establish Kyogle as a destination place.

“These will be projects that provide hope of residents and businesses as they attract more people,” he said.

Mr Barrett said he was pleased to be able to provide Kyogle with the funds to upgrade the town.

“This funding is now locked in,” he said. “With the upcoming State election, a reelected coalition will see the Stronger Country Communities Fund expand by another $90 million.

“The fund helps build projects that make regional NSW the best place to live, work and raise a family.”