Geotechnical investigations underway

Essential geotechnical investigations to inform the detailed design are underway on Station Street and Railway Parade, including the vacant land which links to Moss Vale Road.

Geotechnical investigations involve drilling small diameter holes to confirm underground rock types and ground conditions. The information collected will be used to produce a geological profile of the area. We will also carry out a contamination assessment as part of the geotechnical investigations. If contaminated material is found, we will identify the material and remove it in accordance with strict environmental controls.

The work will take place between 7am and 6pm Monday to Friday and 8am to 1pm on Saturdays, and will take 2 weeks to complete, weather permitting. There will be no work on Sundays or public holidays.

Measures will be undertaken to mitigate impacts on local businesses and residents. Property owners will be contacted if drilling is required on their land.

A temporary worksite with safety barriers will be set up to securely contain the drilling equipment. At the completion of work, the site will be restored to its original condition.

Consultants will also be commencing work on assessments to help determine operational and construction noise effects of the project. This will involve the establishment of monitoring equipment to collect data which will then be assessed against Roads & Maritime Services and Environmental Protection Authority guidelines.