Early demolition works are underway at Dorrington Child and Family Hub, with the bulk of demolition work scheduled to begin in the new calendar year on the week commencing 8 January 2024.
There will be some noise related to the demolition activities during daylight hours and truck movements around the site.
Demolition works are anticipated to finish by the end of February 2024. Construction will begin after and continue throughout the rest of 2024, with the aim of having the building ready by Term 1, 2025.
At its December 2023 meeting, Council awarded the construction tender from 2Construct Pty Ltd. Read the Council report detailing the competitive tender process.
A 2021 building condition assessment report found that demolition of the vacant existing building was necessary, as it would require significant and costly remediation works to retain the current building.
Any hazardous material is being removed by a licensed and experienced specialist, per strict regulatory requirements and under WorkSafe regulations. Dust control measures will be in place during demolition and a qualified Hygienist will be in attendance to undertake air monitoring. A clearance certificate will be provided upon completion of works, and local residents and WorkSafe have been notified.