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Interflow works to keep park open

With many indoor exercise facilities closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the importance of public ‘green spaces’ for social health activities has never been greater.

So, when a stormwater pipeline in Ipswich was at risk of collapse, a local council’s proactive planning helped protect the space and keep community activities running for park goers.

After completing a condition assessment of the stormwater asset, Ipswich City Council contacted Interflow to restore a failing section of pipeline beneath the busy outdoor recreational space, Timothy Molony Oval.

Interflow and the Ipswich City Council worked together to repair the underground asset before it could pose a risk to the community, with the safety of the park goers the primary focus.

Interflow Queensland Business Development Manager Steve Latimer said this proactive asset management by the council allows the maintenance and repair of underground assets to be prioritised.

“By developing a proactive program of works, councils can address weaknesses within their network before something goes wrong and they require emergency repair,” he said.

The works were streamlined by Interflow’s use of trenchless technology, with its relining solution halving the expected project time of traditional dig and replace methods while also maintaining a small site footprint.

As a result, Timothy Molony Oval could continue to support the sports and recreation needs of its local community throughout the challenges of the pandemic.

“It’s moments like these that make us realise the value of the work we do,” said Mr Latimer.

“By helping our customers manage their critical assets in the most efficient ways, we are creating the best future for the communities we serve.”

For more information visit the Interflow website.

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