Work will begin next month (April) on the much-anticipated final stages of the Clyde Heritage Precinct Upgrade.

Following the upgrade of Lodge Lane last year, Holloway and Sunderland streets will now face a similar makeover.

The upgrades “will create more shared downtown public spaces to build a central community hub at the ‘heart’ of Clyde, further enhancing Clyde’s safe and friendly village atmosphere”, project manager Dan Kirkman said.

The upgrade to Sunderland Street will create a wide and versatile pathway on both street sides. 

This will mean a more pedestrian-friendly space and will enhance street-side activities such as outdoor dining and other entertainment.

The upgrade to Holloway Street will include a raised crossing for pedestrians and cyclists by Lodge Lane and a continuous footpath between Lodge Lane and Naylor Street on both sides.

Holloway and Sunderland streets will also have road surfaces upgraded in a style in keeping with the look and feel of Lodge Lane, and new lights, outdoor furniture and trees will be added to both streets. 

Work will be undertaken outside of peak visitor season to minimise disruption

As part of the Sunderland Street upgrade, car parking will be removed between Naylor Street and Lodge Lane.

To compensate for this, additional car parking will be provided by reconfiguring the car parking areas on the section of Sunderland Street south of Naylor Street.

Initially, Holloway Street will be closed to traffic until completed, with a detour via Sunderland Street. While work is carried out on Sunderland Street, Holloway Street will be the detour route.

The work has been scheduled in two phases – April to October 2023 and April to July 2024 – to minimise disruption during the peak visitor season.

“With the recent wastewater upgrade and now this downtown upgrade, we know there has been a lot of construction going on in Clyde in recent times,” Dan said. 

“We appreciate the community’s patience as we complete these projects and hope that the end product will make it all worthwhile.”

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