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We are pleased to share the February progress update on our ongoing endeavour to renew Rymill Park's iconic lake. Since our last update in October, our dedicated team has been hard at work, achieving significant milestones to bring our vision to life.
Here are the key highlights of our progress:
Heavy Vehicle Haul Road Relocation: We have successfully relocated the Heavy Vehicle Haul Road from the north of the project site to Bartels Road in the south. This strategic move enhances connectivity for the project while minimising disruptions to major park events.
Access Path Upgrades: In December, we completed the upgrade and realignment of access paths, ensuring safer and more efficient passage for park visitors.
Lake Reshaping and Releveling: Following extensive bulk excavation, we've reshaped and re-levelled the lake, installing new retaining walls to create a more uniform and deeper northern portion. This redesign promotes cooler water temperatures, reducing evaporation, and enhancing circulation for a cleaner, healthier lake environment.
Rain Garden Development: To the north of the lake, two expansive rain gardens are taking shape. These gardens will serve as natural filtration systems, cleansing the water by removing excess nutrients and providing a habitat for diverse plant life.
Underground Water Storage Tanks: Investigations have concluded for the excavation of two large water storage tanks. These tanks will capture and store salvaged stormwater, ensuring a sustainable water supply to keep the lake replenished with clean water.
Stormwater Pipeline Installation: In collaboration with the Rymill Park Lake Renewal project, a project is underway to install a 1.7km stormwater pipeline is being installed from the Victoria Park (Pakapakanthi) Park 16 wetlands to the location of the new underground storage tanks. This innovative solution will redirect stormwater, which would otherwise be lost downstream, to Rymill Park, ensuring the long-term sustainability of the lake.
Other works include the installation of inground plumbing, electrical, and stormwater infrastructure, which are now ready for final commissioning. A new 'lake walk' pedestrian access paths have been prepared, and irrigation is being installed in readiness for turf installation. Additionally, a new deck near the kiosk is being prepared to provide a great new vantage point and boat launching point, while weirs are being installed to allow the north and south of the lake to be isolated for events and maintenance.
With the above progress, we remain confident in our commitment to deliver a renewed Rymill Park lake experience by our targeted completion date in April.
Stay tuned for further updates as we progress on this transformative journey.
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We are pleased to share the latest developments on our project since its establishment in late August to October. The contractor has been hard at work, making significant progress in creating a secure project boundary and initiating crucial enabling works.
Key Activities and Achievements:
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Project Site Boundary Established: The team has successfully defined the project site boundary, setting the stage for the upcoming phases of the project.
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Heavy Vehicle Access Created: Ensuring efficient transportation, heavy vehicle access has been established to facilitate the smooth flow of materials and equipment, whilst ensuring the safety of all park users.
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Project Enabling Works Path Built: A new Park Land Trail connection has been delivered, our team has completed the construction of the Project Enabling Works Path. This pathway not only enhances connectivity but also contributes to the overall recreational landscape.
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Lake Demolition Started: Progressing with the project timeline, we have commenced the demolition phase for the lake area. This is a precursor for major earthworks.
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Lake Earthworks Started: The team is actively engaged in earthworks at the southern side of lake, a crucial step in shaping the landscape to it’s new sustainable design.
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Lake Retaining Wall Construction Started: Construction of the lake retaining wall is underway, marking a pivotal stage in ensuring the structural integrity and stability of the lake boundary.
We are happy of the achievements thus far and appreciate the collaborative efforts of our project team and stakeholders, with the works on track for a April completion.