Project Update - Panatana Footbridge - 14th of April 2026
Latrobe Council’s contractor, SICC Services, is continuing the preparation and recoating of the bridge’s existing steel components, along with replacement of the perished wire mesh barrier infill. These works are necessary to maintain the structural integrity, long-term safety and longevity of the bridge.
Blasting and zinc anode coating has now been completed, Intermediate coating is set to start in the week commencing 20th of April. Following the completion of stripe coating, a third of the timber walkway boards which is greater than expected, unfortunately cannot be re-used and new timber boards and supporting bearers are being procured. However, the project is still on track to be completed and reopened to the public by the dates below, as most recently shared with the community.
Partial reopening (Weekend access only): 16th of May 2026
Full reopening: June 2026
To ensure public safety, the footbridge will remain inaccessible to all pedestrians and cyclists. Latrobe Council will continue to provide important updates on this project to the community.
We apologise for the ongoing inconvenience thank the community for their patience and cooperation while these essential works are carried out.
For further enquiries please contact;
Prashant Kafle
Roads and Drainage Project Officer
prashant.kafle@kentish.tas.gov.au
(03) 6426 4117