Inverleigh Projects

Key Projects in Inverleigh

Inverleigh is actively pursuing several community-driven initiatives to enhance local infrastructure, sustainability, and youth engagement. Notable projects include the Inverleigh Wind Farm, a renewable energy development combining wind and solar power to supply electricity to thousands of homes .

The Inverleigh Youth Precinct is set to feature a skatepark, bike pump track, and basketball court, supported by federal and council funding . Additionally, the Inverleigh Community Plan outlines the town’s vision and priorities for future growth and development

River Walking Tracks

These have been developed and extended as the river has become more accessible and many people use them regularly as part of their daily exercise.

A guide to the River Walking Tracks is apart of a pamphlet available for free in most offices and businesses in Inverleigh.

New Inverleigh Play Space

The Community were successful in obtaining a significant State Government grant to install and landscape a new play space within a short distance of the existing public amenities block. The park has been officially named Yerrum Yaluk Bun and opened in 2024.

 

Town Stone Entrances

The two stone entrances stand at either end of the town along the Hamilton Highway. They were built by stonemason David Long and are fitting monuments. This project was funded with grants and a substantial financial contribution from the IPA.

Police Lockup

The old lock up was moved from the Police Station and placed in Lawsons Park. In 2021, repairs were made to the building, and it was repainted. Signage at the Lock Up describes the historical significance for locals and visitors alike.

 

 

The Leigh News

This newsletter began publication over 40 years ago and has changed over the years from typewritten sheets to one using the most up to date computers and printers. It is produced entirely by volunteers and has always been a free community paper published by the Inverleigh Progress Association.

The Public Notice Board
The community noticeboard outside the General Store is maintained regularly by the IPA. Notices, no larger than A4 can be left at the store and will be displayed for up to 1 month.
The River Pump and Standpipe
This pump for locals to obtain river water for stock and domestic purposes was set up a long time ago. It has been upgraded and maintained by members of the IPA. Users can purchase a key and there is also an annual service fee to continue pumping water from the Leigh River.

The shed was rebuilt in 2020, thanks to the efforts of Tony Waayers, the Treasurer of the IPA.

The Clock Tower
The original clock was donated, and the tower constructed to display the time. When it stopped a new automatic clock was purchased. This was controlled by an electronic signal, which stopped after a few years.

It took some detective work by Andrew Peel (a local community member) to seek out the source and get it working again! In 2013, the signal stopped completely, and a new town clock was purchased and put in place.

Grays Garden

These two beautiful beds of Australian native shrubs and trees have been developed and maintained by Inverleigh local residents, Mr Alan and Mrs Joy Gray.

Alan has always loved Australian Native plants and propagated the plants and planted the garden to create a little native oasis along the Leigh River by the Federation Bridge.

The Inverleigh Progress Association have supported the site by providing signage. The garden provides a lovely stopping place beside the river and people enjoy the garden as they walk along the path and over the river.

Inverleigh and District Telephone Directory

A number of these booklets have been published over the years. Whilst an annual publication would be ideal it is time consuming to update and collect the data. A Federal election year is a good time to catch up with locals to seek details. The latest edition is available to pick up at the Inverleigh Store. The most recent edition was published in July 2022.

All residents & business are encouraged to add their details to remain connected to the local community.