$2.35 million Echuca aerodrome funding

Campaspe Shire Council Mayor Rob Amos said the upgrade of the aerodrome has been a key advocacy priority for more than a decade to ensure the continuation of vital air services for the region.

“Upgrade of the aerodrome will enable the continuation of vital medical access to regional cross-border communities by providing a safe, accessible airstrip,” Cr Amos said.

“This will ensure the community continues to receive urgent health and medical assistance.”

The overall estimated cost of the project is $4.8 million with Campaspe Shire Council committing $2.45 million towards the project. The funding for Echuca Aerodrome is part of $27.9 million distributed to 44 airports across Australia.

With project designs already completed, Campaspe Shire anticipates the project to start during the 2023/24 financial year with completion by the end of 2024, subject to regulations and approvals.