Tunnel inspection paves way for more secure water supply As the four-tonne steel plate was heaved from the entrance, no one knew what to expect inside the 94-year-old disused water tunnel bored through a rock mountain. Was it still intact? Could it collapse if anyone entered to assess its condition? Would noxious gases and low oxygen make the air unbreathable?
Armidale Road in “best condition in 30 years” The $20 million upgrade of Armidale Road has made it safer for everyone who relies upon the important regional link, including residents, visitors, kids on school buses and truckies hauling timber. Instead of frequent complaints, the important regional road is now drawing praise from travellers, bus drivers, truckies, locals and businesses.
Celebrating Aboriginal culture The rich cultures of the Gumbaynggirr, Bundjalung and Yaegl people were celebrated across a series of five public events supported by Council from May to June.
Working together to fight landfill fire Landfill fires can pose a risk to homes, property and surrounding bushland, and can be notoriously difficult to extinguish. Such a fire broke out at the Grafton Regional Landfill and Resource Recovery Centre in April.
A place to fall in love The new meet and greet area at the Clarence Valley Animal Shelter is a simple space, consisting of a few sheets of Colorbond fencing, a small area of artificial turf and concrete, and a few chairs and a table. But for the Fergussons and many more families to come, it is the special place where they fall in love with the fur baby that becomes their newest family member.
Achievements of the 2025/2026 financial year An ambitious program of investment in the community was completed in the past 12 months in line with the 2025/2026 Operational Plan and Capital Works Schedule, including extensive repairs and improvements across the transport network.