Carnarvon Shire implements list of priority projects to improve community development and infrastructure

A list of projects across the Shire of Carnarvon expected to be shovel-ready faster than others has included relocating the airport and establishing workers accommodation in Coral Bay. The shire has endorsed a priority projects initiative to streamline resource allocation, ensure projects advance towards shovel-ready status and ensure appropriate budget and task allocation. The project priorities include the airport relocation, Carnarvon trails project, sports and leisure complex, fascine waterway basin dredging, greening Carnarvon, water security and planning, and the Coral Bay workers accommodation caravan park. The council will pursue funding opportunities for the projects with State and Federal governments, agencies and third-party funding bodies. Shire president Eddie Smith said council staff were dedicated to ensuring appropriate projects were completed in a timely manner. “I am proud of our team for their tireless efforts in developing these priority projects,” he said. “Their commitment and hard work have been instrumental in getting us to this point. “These projects will greatly benefit our community as we secure funding opportunities and move towards implementation.” The shire will consider endorsing new projects bi-annually if they align with budget and funding opportunities.