Capital Improvement Program

In the upcoming 25/26 financial year, we are embarking on a capital works program allocating a substantial $37.858 million budget to enhance our community’s infrastructure and facilities.

This comprehensive program encompasses a diverse range of projects, spanning roads, community facilities, properties, and drainage improvements.

The Capital Improvement Program is funded by rate revenue, government grants, and financial support from state and federal government agencies. This multi-faceted approach ensures we can undertake these vital projects. 

Refer to the map below for an insight into project locations and planned delivery times.

  

Please note that the scope of these initiatives does not encompass plant renewal for maintenance works nor internal Information technology upgrades. 

Clarendon-Lal Lal Road

Footpath and road reconstruction

Beginning of footpath works: October 2025
Beginning of road works: TBA

Lal Lal Small Town Enhancement Program (STEP)

Works are happening between Vaughan Street and Eaglesons Road, including:
▪️Pavement reconstruction
▪️Installation of drainage, kerb & channel
▪️Footpath works
▪️Fresh linemarking & signage
▪️Landscaping
  

Beginning of works: Monday 24 March

Expected completion: TBA

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Steiglitz Street, Ballan - Upgrade

This project - which is specifically at the Cowie Street to Central Park Court section - is currentlyunderway, delivering significant improvements to road safety, drainage performance, and pedestrian accessibility.

 

Scope of works includes:
• Road pavement reconstruction
• Drainage infrastructure upgrades
• Installation of kerb and channel
• Footpath connectivity improvements
• Asphalt surfacing
• Line marking and associated works

 

Upon completion, the project will provide enhanced traffic safety, improved stormwater management, compliant pedestrian access, and an upgraded streetscape outcome.

Estimated completion: Late March 2026

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Local Area Traffic Management - Bacchus Marsh

Construction has commenced of raised intersections and wombat crossings at various council locations.

These projects aim to reduce vehicle speeds at intersections and crossings, improving safety for both motorists and pedestrians under the Safe Local Roads and Streets Program.

Raised intersection works at the Morrison Drive/Sheldon Avenue intersection have been completed.

Construction is currently underway at the Lerderderg Street/George Street intersection in Bacchus Marsh and on Station Street in Maddingley.

Estimated completion: April 2026.

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