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Griffith City Council is pleased to advise that irrigation upgrade works at the Lake Wyangan Picnic Area have been completed, allowing the popular recreational area to reopen to the public.

The works included the supply and installation of a new irrigation pump, pump shed and irrigation system for the Lake Wyangan Recreational Area.

The site had been closed to the public to allow the works to be carried out safely.

With the irrigation upgrades now complete, Council is pleased to welcome residents and visitors back to the Lake Wyangan Picnic Area from Monday, 16 November 2026.

Griffith Mayor, Councillor Doug Curran, said the completion of the works was welcome news for the community.

“Lake Wyangan is a valued recreational area for our community and we appreciate everyone’s patience and understanding while these important works were undertaken,” Councillor Curran said.

“We’re pleased to be able to reopen the area and welcome the community back to enjoy the space.”

Council thanks residents and visitors for their cooperation throughout the closure.

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