Installation of underground power in Brunswick sets scene for works to come
The main street of Brunswick is set to be transformed with an exciting $1.8 million redevelopment that will pay tribute to the town’s dairy industry.
The plan includes the creation of several dairy-themed tourist attractions including a picnic area, playground and a “Mooseum”. Streetscape improvements and public art are also proposed.
Shire of Harvey community and economic development manager Tim Hartland said the first stage of the project was the installation of $875,000 in underground power, funding for which was partly sourced from Royalties for Regions and the South West Development Commission.
“Works commenced in August and are scheduled to be completed by the end of October,” he said.
“The project includes the removal of 32 power poles and erecting of 16 decorative lights in Ommaney Road.”
“The poles will be the last to go prior to the project completion and will transform the mainstreet of the town. “
Mr Hartland said the town centre had been a “hive of activity” during the duration of the underground power project, which is part of the overall redevelopment planned for Brunswick.
“The townsite of Brunswick Junction has felt longer term effects of service decline, which has lead the Brunswick community to explore and implement rural revival strategies addressing sustainability issues,” he said.
“This project is essential to secure ongoing and future community connectedness, local tourism and business stimulation and will be a social driver that will create an attractor for a Brunswick town centre.
“This will provide the impetus for much needed social activity in turn securing the town’s future.”
The South West Development Commission is involved with several urban renewal projects across the region, including town centre improvements in Pemberton and Augusta-Margaret River.