Current Projects

Discover what's happening in Burnie with our current projects and works.

Romaine Reserve - Bridge and boardwalk replacement

Works on the Romaine bridge and boardwalk will commence on Thursday 17 July.

Headwall Replacement Program - Odgen Street

Proposed works involve the removal of the existing headwall and installation of a new 450 mm diameter headwall, in conjunction with the construction of a 1050 mm diameter manhole to facilitate appropriate pipe grading.

Retaining Walls - Wilson Street

The existing retaining wall at the rear of 150 Wilson Street is damaged and requires replacement.

Cam Court Upgrade

The road seal in Cam Court is in poor condition and due for replacement.

Quarterly Project Updates

The General Manager’s Quarterly Information Report, included in the Council Agenda, offers important updates on the progress of major projects. It highlights recent achievements and developments in infrastructure and community initiatives throughout Burnie.

Multi Storey Car Park Refresh

From Thursday 12 June, Council teams will be giving the multi storey car park a pressure wash. 🫧💦 The majority of cleaning will be done before the car park being open (6:30am), ensuring minimal interruptions to all parking (including reserved, disabled and pram). During open hours, small areas will be sectioned off periodically to add disability compliance tactiles

Shorewell Creek Bridge and Boardwalk Replacement

Major works on the bridge and boardwalk replacement at Shorewell creek will commence on Tuesday 12 August 2025.

The section of walking track (between Woniora Rd. and Ogden St.) will be closed during these upgrades.

Draft Active Transport Strategy - Round 2

Council has developed the draft Active Transport Strategy to make it easier to walk and ride around Burnie. This is Council’s first Active Transport Strategy and will guide decision making for the next 15 years.

Natural Resource Management

Hellyer College Outdoor Education students have just finished planting at Cooee Beach and the Burton Street Reserve.

Footpath Programs

Council’s footpath programs focus on closing gaps in the network and renewing ageing paths. The Network Gap Program improves connectivity to encourage active transport, while the Replacement Program upgrades worn infrastructure, enhance safety and accessibility.

Disability Compliance - Multi Storey Carpark Tactiles

Council is undertaking works in the CBD to improve accessibility and safety for individuals with visual impairments, with Tactile Ground Surface Indicators (TGSI's)

Reserve Footpath Renewal

The existing asphalt footpath from Charles Street to Jones Street has expired and is showing signs of deterioration. The path will be replaced with concrete, in line with Councils current footpath strategy.

Burnie Arts redevelopment project

We are excited to share with you the progress towards a reimagined Burnie Arts.

Bitumen Surfacing Services

Asphalt and Spray Seal work sites - each year, Council conducts a public tender for Bitumen Surfacing Services to support our Urban and Rural Roads Reseal Program.

Netball Centre - Court Resurfacing

The asphalt on courts 3-8 at the Netball Centre is being replaced due to large cracks in the playing surface and surrounding areas, which pose a safety risk for both players and spectators.

Burnie City Centre Urban Plan

The Final Version of the Burnie City Centre Urban Plan has been adopted by Council at the February Council meeting.

The City Centre Urban Plan will transform the Burnie City Centre to create a vibrant and engaging place to work, live, shop and socialise.

Upper Natone - Horseshoe Bend Updates

Please find all updates outlining the remediation process to rectify the damage caused as the result of extreme weather in October 2022 to Horseshoe Bend.

We would like to thank the community for your patience and understanding as we work hard in repairing this road.