Two new bridges officially opened and news that funding has been received for two more bridges – it’s been a busy day for Kyogle Council!
Kyogle Council Mayor Cr Danielle Mulholland together with Federal Member for Page Kevin officially opened Campbell Bridge and Hyde Bridge on Lynches Creek Road this morning.
The two new concrete bridges were built at a cost of $1.9 million and were funded on a 50/50 basis by Kyogle Council and the Federal Government.
At the same time, Mr Hogan announced the Federal Government would provide Council with $1.3 million under the Bridges Renewal Program to build new bridges to replace Hootons Bridge on Hootons Road and Mathews Bridge on Green Pigeon Road.
The project is expected to cost $3 million.
Kyogle Council Mayor Cr Danielle Mulholland said Council was delighted to once again partner with the Federal Government to deliver two new bridges.
“Our focus continues to be on improving connectivity and accessibility for residents, ratepayers and visitors to ensure the area’s future prosperity,” she said.
“We look forward to continuing to work with the Federal Government for the benefit of the Kyogle Local Government Area.”