UPDATED: 5 June 2024
We recently completed the asphalt and resurfacing works on Everard Drive. Only minor works remain around one of the pits and the spoon drain along Everard Drive. These works are dependent on the relocation of an AusNet asset, and we expect to complete this final stage within the next two months.
We're installing a new drainage system along Everard Drive.
The project is expected to be completed in mid-2024, subject to weather and site conditions.
The project aims to protect properties in this location from the event of severe flooding. The new drains will better direct flood and stormwater away from people’s homes and into designated catchment areas.
During the design phase of the project, great care was taken to consider the cultural and environmental impacts of the drainage system upgrade.
We’ve been working closely with a qualified Heritage Advisor to understand the cultural significance of the location, with the area for works deemed as having a low likelihood of uncovering Aboriginal or other historical artifacts.
We’ve also partnered with qualified arborists to ensure trees with high significance are retained as part of the upgrade. We’ve designed the drain alignment to reduce impact on native vegetation, saving high-value trees and protecting the creek embankment.
Upgrades to existing paths and driveways have also been included in the scope of the project, and a full revegetation and planting program will be undertaken at the completion of construction.
The project will be constructed in two stages:
Stage one: Everard Drive between Taroona Avenue and Keen Avenue
Construction on this section was completed in March 2023.
Stage two: Everard Drive between Keen Avenue and Yarra Street
Updated 5 June:
This stage is well underway. Only minor works remain around one of the pits and the spoon drain along Everard Drive. These works are dependent on the relocation of an AusNet asset, and we expect to complete this final stage within the next two months.
If you have any questions about this project, contact us on 9840 9333 or at manningham@manningham.vic.gov.au.