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| Location | Euabalong |
| Completion Date | March 2025 |
| Overview | This project involved sealing 17.5km of Grain Road, a key route serving the local community and the agricultural operations in the area. |
| Project Benefit | The new seal improves road safety and resilience, particularly during wet weather, by addressing washout issues and ensuring more reliable access for residents and businesses. |
This project was proudly funded by the NSW Government
| Location | Campbell Street, Cobar |
| Completion Date | May 2025 |
| Overview | Stage 1 of the industrial estate project included the upgrade of Old Bourke Road between the Barrier Highway and Campbell Street and the full length of Campbell Street between Old Bourke Road and Dunstan Street. Works involved:
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| Project Benefit | This project has improved the road surfaces and stormwater management. The road capacity is now at a standard capable of withstanding 1 double and B triple road trains. Additionally, it has addressed issues with localised flooding and ponding by installing necessary storm water infrastructure |
This project was proudly funded by the Australian and NSW Governments in association with Cobar Shire Council
| Location | Euabalong |
| Completion Date | April 2024 |
| Overview | Stage 1 of the Euabalong walking track included the construction of a concrete footpath, a footbridge and park picnic benches. |
| Project Benefit | The walking track enhances the safety for residents in Euabalong, especially where there is limited pedestrian infrastructure. It provides a central space for the community and visitors to gather, socialize, enjoy the scenery, or fish along the Lachlan River. This infrastructure welcomes a safe place to enjoy the Lachlan River and its beautiful landscape. |
This project was proudly funded by the NSW Government.
| Location | Cobar Shire |
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| Overview | This project involved sealing an additional 13.8km seal on Wilga Downs Road. This road services both local and regional communities along with businesses associated with agriculture and mining. |
| Project Benefit | Prior to the upgrades, sections of the roadway were impassable during wet weather significantly impacting users reliant on the roadway. This project has improved the roads resilience to tolerate wet weather and road safety. |
This project was proudly funded by the NSW Government.
| Location | Maidens Avenue, Cobar |
| Completion Date | August 2024 |
| Overview | This project involved the construction of a new multipurpose building to service the playing fields, netball courts and community events such as the annual Cobar Show. The building includes a kitchen, canteen and bar to service anything from an event to Saturday sport. The hall also includes a stage, toilet and change room facilities and an office. |
| Project Benefit | The new Ward Oval Pavilion provides a high-quality facility for community use. It enhances the capacity to host events such as the annual Cobar Show, dance performances and sporting competitions. |
This project was proudly funded by the Australian and NSW Governments in association with Cobar Shire Council
| Location | 1 Brennan Street, Cobar |
| Completion Date | August 2024 |
| Overview | This project involved the construction of a purpose-built 88 place Early Learning Centre for ages 6 months to 5 years. The centre includes two preschool rooms, 2 toddler rooms and 2 infant rooms. Additionally, the centre includes a therapy room, allied health office, amenities, commercial kitchen, storage areas, staffrooms and administrative office spaces. |
| Project Benefit | The construction of the centre addresses a long-standing challenge in our shire being limited access to early childhood education. By creating an additional 57 early learning spaces the project eases pressure on our families, supports early development and enables more parents and caregivers to return to the workforce. |
This project was proudly funded by Australian and NSW Governments in association with Cobar Shire Council
| Location | Maidens Avenue, Cobar |
| Completion Date | September 2024 |
| Overview | This project involved upgrading the lighting infrastructure at Ward Oval, including both ovals and the netball courts. The works included the installation of four new lighting towers and LED lights on Oval 1, Oval 2 and the netball courts |
| Project Benefit | The upgraded lighting has significantly improved visibility and safety across the facility. This project has increased participation in sports and recreational activities, by making the space more accessible, inclusive and usable during the evening |
This project was proudly funded by the NSW Government
| Location | Maiden Avenue, Cobar |
| Completion Date | August 2024 |
| Overview | The Ward Oval facility is used by a variety of sporting groups. To ensure these groups have access to a safe and secure storage solution a 9-bay storage shed was constructed. |
| Project Benefit | The new storage shed provides a dedicated space for sporting groups to store their equipment and supplies, improving the functionality of Ward Oval. |
This project was proudly funded by Australian and NSW Governments in association with Cobar Shire Council.
| Location | Cobar CBD |
| Completion Date | June 2023 |
| Overview | Council developed a masterplan and business case for the Cobar CBD with the aim to:
A series of community consultation sessions were undertaken to support the preparation of these documents. |
| Project Benefit | The CBD Masterplan has been developed to help provide strategic direction and guide all future capital works within the CBD. |
| Location | 31 Murray Street, Cobar |
| Completion Date | July 2022 |
| Overview | Council developed a masterplan and business case for the Cobar Memorial Swimming Pool to support all future upgrades. A series of community consultation sessions occurred to support the preparation of the masterplan and business case. The purpose of the masterplan was to include concept plans to upgrade:
A masterplan was developed with two concept options:
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| Project Benefit | The Cobar Memorial Swimming Pool Masterplan and Business Case has been developed to help provide strategic direction and guide all future capital works. |
This project was proudly funded by the NSW Government.
| Location | 1/3 Harcourt Street, Cobar |
| Completion Date | October 2022 |
| Overview | The Centre received a much-needed upgrade which included:
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| Project Benefit | This project has increased the lifespan of the building. The Centre provides the Cobar community of all ages with access 7 days a week to high-quality facilities for socialising, dining, and playing sport year-round. High-quality services are vital to rural communities like Cobar, helping attract and retain residents. |
This project was proudly funded by the Australian Government and the NSW Government.
| Location | Linsley Street |
| Completion Date | March 2022 |
| Overview | This project involved the extension and upgrade of the bus shelter located on the corner of Linsley and Marshall Street. |
| Project Benefit | The upgraded bus shelter improves comfort and accessibility for public transport users, enhancing the overall amenity of the area. |
| Location | Ward Oval, Maidens Avenue |
| Completion Date | November 2022 |
| Overview | The Ward Oval sporting fields realignment project included:
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| Project Benefit | Ward Oval is used by many community groups and sporting clubs including the Cobar District Cricket Association, Cobar Netball Association, Cobar Junior Netball Association, Cobar Little Athletics, Junior/Senior Touch Football, Junior/Senior Rugby League, and Cobar Junior Soccer. The upgrade has increased the usability of the ovals and is a valuable asset to our community sporting groups and users. |
This project was proudly funded by the NSW Government.
| Location | Euabalong Racecourse |
| Completion Date | March 2022 |
| Overview | This project included demolishing and decommissioning the existing toilet blocks and installing a new toilet block. The new facility includes:
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| Project Benefit | These upgrades have replaced aging infrastructure with modern amenities that are more user-friendly and accessible for all users. |
This project was proudly funded by the Australian Government
| Location | Barrier Highway, Cobar 2835 |
| Completion Date | Late 2021 |
| Overview | Stage 1 upgrades to the Great Cobar Museum consisted of works to upgrade the accessibility of the building which included the construction of a ramp access, weatherproofing the building and updating the exhibit spaces inside. The aim of this project was to bring the historical building back to its former glory and enhance the visitor experience |
| Project Benefit | These upgraded works were to improve accessibility of the Museum and restore and conserve this significant landmark in Cobar. |
The project was jointly funded by the NSW Government and Cobar Shire Council
| Location | Cobar |
| Completion Date | October 2021 |
| Overview | This project focused on improving footpath infrastructure in Cobar, which included upgrades along Louth Road, Bourke Road, Bathurst Street, Goold Street, and Belagoy Street. These streets were identified as priority projects in Council’s Active Transport Plan. |
| Project Benefit | The project enhanced accessibility and supported active transport options within the township of Cobar |
| Location | 9 Maidens Avenue, Cobar |
| Completion Date | January 2021 |
| Overview | Council repurposed a former Council-owned house into a dedicated community facility for the Cobar Girl Guides. The building underwent significant renovations, including asbestos removal, internal wall modifications to create open space, installation of accessible toilets, a new entrance ramp, and a modern kitchenette. |
| Project Benefit | This project transformed an aging Council asset into a functional, multipurpose facility. With the previous Girl Guides hall reaching the end of its useful life, the group required a new space to continue its activities. The upgraded facility now provides a fit-for-purpose venue where approximately 30 girls gather weekly to engage in leadership and confidence-building programs |
| Location | Cobar Miners Heritage Park |
| Completion Date | May 2021 |
| Overview | This project involved the construction of a Miners Memorial within the Cobar Miners Heritage Park. Designed to resemble an underground mine shaft, the memorial serves as a place of reflection and remembrance for the 180 men who lost their lives working in the mines of Cobar Shire. |
| Project Benefit | The memorial honors the sacrifices made by Cobar and its families for an industry that has generated significant wealth for the region, state, and country. A century ago, Cobar was the largest copper producer in the southern hemisphere. The site now hosts the annual miners’ service, drawing people back for reunions and commemorative gatherings. It offers meaningful insight into Cobar’s rich mining history and cultural heritage |
This project was jointly funded by the Australian Government, NSW Government, Cobar Shire Council and Community Donations.
| Location | Ward Oval, Maidens Avenue, Cobar |
| Completion Date | 2021 |
| Overview | The horse stables located at Ward Oval were past their useful life. This project involved the construction of 90 new overnight stables with access to both electricity and water. |
| Project Benefit | These upgrades ensure all users of Ward Oval have access to compliant and safe stables. |
