Wiley has been announced as the winner of a construction tender to upgrade the Singleton Regional Livestock Market.
Wiley will be undertaking a range of works including installing a roof over the Northern Yards selling area, upgrading walkways to comply with structural standards,and updating onsite services and amenities such as electrical, hydraulics and fire services.
The design and construction company will also be installing rainwater harvest tanks and upgrading the intersection leading to the Gresford Road facility.
Wiley Managing Director, Tom Wiley said, "We are proud to be supporting the Singleton Regional Livestock Market upgrade to secure the future of the agricultural community. We are looking forward to the construction phase and working closely with the local community."
Michael Johnsen, Member for Upper Hunter said of the tender, who announced the tender, said beef production is big business in Singleton for local famers and suppliers, and the wider NSW economy,
“This upgrade will allow the Singleton Regional Livestock Market to meet the current demands of local beef producers and provide the infrastructure for the growth of this vital industry.”
“At the end of the process, we will have a real state-of-the-art venue, with huge improvements in animal welfare standards, work health and safety, disability access and saleyard facilities.”
$6 nillion funding for the upgrade was provided by the NSW Government under the Restart NSW Resources for Regions program, which aims to support regional communities that are related to mining, with Singleton Council contributing another $1.73 Million to the project.
Anthony Egan, Council’s director corporate and community, said awarding the tender was a significant milestone in the project.
“With designs complete and a contractor engaged, we can now move into the construction phase to start making the plans a reality.
“We intend that regular weekly sales will continue while the works are undertaken, and appreciate the patience and support of agents and other users of the saleyards at this time.”
Wiley said it will work with the council to ensure the impact on the operations at the saleyards is minimised during construction.
Construction works are expected to commence by early May.
