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Major capital works
LAWRENCE ST BRIDGE
Works on the Lawrence St bridge over House Creek and the reconstruction of the approaches were completed on July 30, 2021. The bridge, which was more than 50 years old, was raised to allow the shared pathway that crosses Lawrence St to pass underneath the bridge. This has made it safer for pedestrians and cyclists using the House Creek path network. It has also improved the flood capacity of the bridge.
HYPHEN – WODONGA LIBRARY GALLERY REDEVELOPMENT
The new library gallery was officially opened on August 2, 2021. Hyphen features three main galleries – Artspace Gallery, Playspace Gallery and Community Gallery – as well as the Hallway Gallery. It hosts the full library service and features three meeting rooms; the Community Studio overlooking the courtyard suitable for workshops, meetings and presentations; the Creative Studio for resident artists; Tech Studio and Sound Studio; and, a Sculpture Terrace.
KLINGS HILL CLIMB TRACK
In November, 2020, the mountain bike loop trail was completed and opened to the public. It is named La Cabra and features a single mountain bike track, from the upper saddle on the Central Management Track to the Klings Hill summit. This completes a loop with the downhill single track known as Rock N Roller. It is an ascent-only route, separating riders and walkers sharing the Coyles Track. The track was Action 14 of the Planning for Wodonga Hills’ masterplan.
Works on the Burraja Cultural and Environment Centre refurbishment continue to progress after it received $430,000 from the Victorian Government’s Regional Infrastructure Fund. The funding has gone towards refurbishing the centre, redesigning displays and improving accessibility. The centre will offer educational programs on local Aboriginal culture and the environment, as well as being the home of a social enterprise that provides skill development, training and employment for Aboriginal people.
HEREFORD ST BRIDGE
The pedestrian bridge over House Creek leading into Willow Park was replaced with a new, wider bridge at the start of 2020. The bridge on the popular walking trail, which connects the recreation precinct to Hereford St, was opened just in time for the Easter school holidays.
