CAMERON PARK LIGHTING TO BE UPGRADED
Works have started at Cameron Park in Wellington, with the lighting system throughout the park to be upgraded.
From a recent lighting audit Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) identified the need for increased visibility to support community events and activities and illuminate unique features within the park.
Safety concerns included standard pedestrian lighting and degrading concrete poles were also highlighted.
DRC has engaged Country Solar, based in Wellington to undertake the upgrade works, following a tender process with $250,000 allocated towards the project in the current 2024-2025 Budget.
DRC Mayor Josh Black said the works at Cameron Park also tied into the work being done around Community Safety and Crime Prevention.
“During the consultation period for the Community Safety and Crime Prevention Strategy, lighting in Cameron Park was something that was identified by the community.”
“Having well-lit public areas is something that Council is able to directly impact when it comes to community safety,” Clr Black said.
“We are excited that these works have now started, and the Wellington community can expect a well-lit park in the near future.”
DRC Manager Recreation and Open Space Ian McAlister said the works were expected to take between up to 10 weeks.
“Some sections of the park will be closed for periods of time during the installation, with barriers in place to prevent pedestrians and park users from entering the area,” Mr McAlister said.
“Council is not anticipating any power disruptions to the amenities building, café and exhibition space throughout the project.”
The works will include the replacement of all existing poles within Cameron Park, extension of the current lighting to include the path between Bell Park and Cameron Park via the Sunken Garden Path, refurbishment of two gate post light and installation of spotlights on poles to highlight the Sunken Garden, Dry Wall Sculpture, Cenotaph and Fountain.
For more details on the works being undertaken visit the YourSay page: https://yoursay.dubbo.nsw.gov.au/cameron-park-light-renewal-project
Last Edited: 11 Oct 2024