THE $4.5 million face-lift for Fitzroy St is finally complete and will be fully opened to traffic and pedestrians from Friday.
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There is still work to complete in Bicentennial Park, however Tamworth Regional Council is pleased to open this area ahead of schedule.
The construction began in May 2017, with significant underground works completed to improve water, electrical and telecommunications to the area.
The project had its teething problems throughout the year with businesses lamenting the loss of customers and income during the construction.
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During the excavation works, around 1500 cubic metres of material was removed from the site, with truckloads being filled every 40 seconds.
There are now 18 CCTV cameras installed in the area.
After the Tamworth Country Music Festival street furniture will be installed, allowing residents to take a break from shopping.
Council will also turn its attention to shade structures within the area to further assist with the comfort of using the space.
Up to eight Chinese Elm Trees in planter boxes can now be positioned within the street, as well as bicycle parking and a water re-fill station that includes a bubbler, drink bottle re-fill and also a pet bowl.
The upgrade continues into Bicentennial Park with the Bronze Busts now in their new home, the tree-lined Avenue of Honour.
Upgrades continue into Bicentennial Park but are expected to be completed in the new year.
The cul-de-sac area is a two-way 40km/hr zone. Motorists and pedestrians are asked to take caution whilst getting used to the new area.
Car parking is available in the cul-de-sac area.
Residents are reminded that from time to time, the area will be closed off for community events.
When this occurs, bollards will be placed across the Peel Street entrance into Fitzroy Street.