Road upgrades are getting underway at Bruce and Edward Streets Forster.
“We know that improving local roads is very important to the community,” said Executive Manager Transport and Engineering, Peter Gesling.
“These upgrades to Bruce Street and Edward Street will improve road safety and driveability.”
“We appreciate the community’s patience while we complete these important works.”
Bruce Street, between Breckenridge Street and Little Street, Forster will close for an upgrade from Tuesday 22 November to Monday 28 November, weather permitting.
Residents who park in this section of Bruce Street have been advised by letter to move their car and park on their property or in Short Street before work starts at 7am, next Tuesday.
Works will involve stabilising and reshaping the surface, preparing the road for new bitumen, and placing new asphalt.
Traffic controllers will be on site for the duration of the works, which are expected to occur between the hours of 7am to 6pm. They will direct local residents through the road works in order to leave and enter their premises. Residents are encouraged to enter the area through Short Street. Parking on Bruce Street will not be possible during these works.
Works may also take place across parts of the weekend and are expected to conclude by Monday 28 November.
Please drive with extra care. Pay close attention to all traffic control measures, which may change during different stages of the work.
Reconstruction works have also started on Edward Street, Forster. The existing road has reached the end of its serviceable life.
The upgrade includes replacement of the damaged sections of kerb, installation of subsoil drains, replacement of the pavement material and sealing with bitumen.
Work will be completed by mid-December, weather permitting.
