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Posted 31 October 2026

November works around Dorset

Public Notices

It’s shaping up to be a busy November for Council’s infrastructure and works teams, with projects underway right across the municipality.

November works around Dorset

🚧 Roads

  • Resheeting on Sandy Points Road and Maxwell Street, Bridport
  • Resheeting on New River Road and sections of Mathinna Plains Road, Ringarooma
  • Resheeting on McDougalls Road, Legerwood

🏗️ Facilities & infrastructure

  • Resurfacing of the Bridport Hall car park
  • Planning and design for Council Chambers roof replacement and internal upgrades
  • Electrical upgrades at North Scottsdale Hall
  • Hot water upgrades at Bridport Football Club and Bridport Hall
  • Replacement of selected Bridport Foreshore solar light batteries
  • Demolition of the old building at Springfield Recreation Ground
  • Removal or replacement of eight power poles across Dorset

🌿 Around our towns

  • Slashing will commence in the Winnaleah area, alongside regular spring mowing, cleaning and maintenance.
  • Council crews will also be busy preparing for and supporting the Ringarooma School & District Show and Scottsdale Show.

Please take care around work sites and follow any temporary traffic or safety signage in place. 👷‍♀️👷