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Korumburra railway goods shed to get structural repairs and recladdedVicTrack to restore Korumburra Railway Goods Shed with recladding and structural repairs in two stages, preserving its original look, aiming for completion by year-end for future tenant leasing. By news@gippsland - 6th September 2023 - Back to News Week beginning 4 September, VicTrack is undertaking recladding works on the Korumburra Railway Goods Shed to restore the building so it can be leased out to tenants. The replacement of the cladding will ensure the same look as the original cladding. 
Replacement of cladding in Korumburra Railway Good Shed commenced on 4 September by VicTrack and is expected to be completed by the end of the year The works will include the removal of the old cladding and structural repairs. The works will be carried out in two stages so they fit in with the surrounding works in the precinct. We expect the works will be complete by the end of the year. For more information, call or email VicTrack on: Pictures from South Gippsland Shire Council website.
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