Work forging ahead on two new rail loops
WORK is progressing well on a project that will see increased freight capacity and more reliable journeys for Central West rail customers thanks to two new passing loops under construction in the region.
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The connection point that will take trains off the main Western Rail corridor onto the loop has already been completed at Georges Plains.
This forms part of the NSW Government’s investment of $21.5 million to build two new loops between Lithgow and Blayney and to plan for further vital work along the Main Western Rail corridor.
The two loops will ensure the nine million tonnes of freight transported annually along the western corridor moves more efficiently, reducing the cost of getting export freight to port and domestic freight to markets.
The project involves building about 3.6 kilometres of new track and associated signalling infrastructure to accommodate the passing of trains up to 1.5km in length.
Oberon skate park
THE first sod has been turned to mark the start of Oberon’s new skate park. The NSW Government is funding the project thanks to a $500,000 grant to Oberon Shire Council.
The facility will cater for skaters of all ages and abilities and will include a beginner level quarter pipe, grind ledges, grind rails around the edges of an intermediate to advanced level bowl, landscaping, installation of street furniture, gable roof shelters and lighting, which are all amenities needed to make the skate park safe and comfortable for skaters and spectators alike.
Once built, I’ll have a go!
In other news, the younger skaters of Bathurst will soon see an addition to their skate park so that they too can enjoy the facility thanks to $300,000 from the NSW Government.
Daffodil Cottage Wig Library
A CHARITY fundraiser is coming up for the Daffodil Cottage Wig Library – but the function is only for women!
The NSW Nationals Bathurst Branch invites you to a special Women’s lunch in aid of the Bathurst Wig Library with special guest Hon Tanya Davies MP Minister for Mental Health, Minister for Women and Minister for Ageing from 12noon – 2pm, Tuesday, October 30.
At Bathurst Goldfields Event and Conference Centre 428 Conrod Straight, Mount Panorama, Bathurst $45 per person (incl GST).
For more information call Amanda Wilding 0428 665 632 – Heather Larnach 0409 157 246 .
Visit www.123tix.com.au/events/2299/secret-womens-business to book your ticket.
Working together
NSW Government committed nearly $90 million for new prevention initiatives as part of this year's Mental Health Month: working together to prevent suicide.
I met with Vanessa Delaney from the Centre for Rural and Remote Mental Health and discussed the invaluable 'Glove Box Guide to Mental Health' magazine, which was distributed through The Land earlier this month.
It is encouraging to see so many people come together on this important issue.
For more information visit www.crrmh.com.au.
Picnic shelter upgrade for Edith reserve
Locals will benefit from an upgrade to the picnic area of Edith Recreation Reserve thanks to a $22,000 NSW Government Crown Reserve Improvement Fund grant.
This grant will see walls, windows and doors installed on the current shelter. A water tank will also be installed to collect rainwater.
The reserve and shelter is already popular with local families and visitors for community events and functions.
