PROGRESS continues at pace in the Valla Urban Growth Area (VUGA), with bulk earthworks for Stage One now past the halfway point.
Mid North Coast contractor AJ Civil Projects has moved over 75,000 cubic metres of earth in under six months.
Nambucca Valley Mayor Gary Lee considers this milestone a major step forward for the region.
“It’s great to see the Cat 637 scrapers and the D8 dozer shaping what will be a major placemaking project for our community,” he said.
“At this rate, the civil works contractor estimates bulk earthworks for Stage One will be completed by December, weather depending, so then the new access road construction and trenching for the sewer and water main lines can start.
“We’re on track for releasing Stage One industrial lots in 2026, kicking-off new investment for our region and providing new job opportunities locally.”
The Valla precinct is the result of more than 25 years of strategic planning, consultation and government investment, with $11.2 million from the Australian and NSW Governments and an additional $17 million from Nambucca Valley Council.
It aligns with the Council’s Economic Development and Tourism Strategy, aiming to address a critical shortage of industrial and residential land on the Mid North Coast.
Completion will activate 7.74 hectares of affordable, fully serviced industrial land, offering electricity, telecommunications, water, and sewerage with the added advantage of Pacific Highway exposure.
By Mick BIRTLES
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