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East Gippsland Shire plans flood-resilient upgrades for Omeo Livingstone Park, enhancing safety and biodiversity

East Gippsland Shire Council plans flood-remediation works in Omeo's Livingstone Park, including rock chutes, crossings, and plantings to strengthen natural defences and enhance the park's sustainability, beginning February 2025.

By news@gippsland - 10th December 2024 - Back to News

East Gippsland Shire Council is proposing to mitigate future flood damage in Omeo's Livingstone Park. Under a detailed flood-remediation plan, prepared by a specialist waterway consultant, a series of improvements are proposed to strengthen the park's natural defences against flooding and enhance its appeal for locals and visitors.

Streamology's hydrology and hydraulic modelling informs flood remediation, including rock chutes and crossings. Construction is scheduled for February-June 2025, pending permits and tendering

Streamology's hydrology and hydraulic modelling informs flood remediation, including rock chutes and crossings. Construction is scheduled for February-June 2025, pending permits and tendering

Floodway stabilisation project

Council will consider awarding a contract for these works at its meeting on Tuesday 17 December, with work scheduled to begin in February 2025 (subject to the Council decision). Proposed works will include:

  • Rock chutes
  • Rock crossing
  • Extensive new plantings

This will not only address recent flood damage but will provide long-term stabilisation of the floodway through Livingstone Park. Three blue gum trees and one red gum tree will need to be removed to construct one of the rock chutes. This decision is on the advice of environmental assessments and in consultation with a local arborist.

Livingstone park revitalisation

Council CEO Fiona Weigall said, "We understand how much the community values Livingstone Park, and we're committed to ensuring it remains a safe and beautiful space for everyone. The removal of these gums has been carefully considered."

Our focus is on creating a park that can better withstand future floods while preserving the park's natural appeal. We value the character of our towns and environment and work with our local communities to both build reliance and improve capacity to prepare for natural disasters," Fiona said.

Council has planned additional tree and ground cover plantings as part of the project, which will enhance the park's biodiversity and greenery. This revitalisation will give Livingstone Park a sustainable future, allowing it to continue serving as a place of connection and well-being for the Omeo community. The project is funded by Council and Emergency Recovery Victoria. Learn more at Omeo - Revitalising Livingstone Park Upgrade website.

Pictures from East Gippsland Shire Council website.


Source: http://gippsland.com/

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