In 10 weeks, at a cost of $750,000, Tenterfield will have a revamped main street park with work having begun on Monday.

Despite the Rouse St final product being unveiled in June of last year, council say they’re pleased with the timeframe to get to where they are.

Project architect John Mongard will visit town next Tuesday to witness the progression.

“I’m pretty excited – this was the main part of the long term plan and the most creative and community focused part,” Mr Mongard said.

To date, his design has had to undergo little modification.

“We’ve only had to alter plans to accommodate the disabled footpath – I think there have been very little issues.”

Tweed based Boyd’s Bay Landscaping Group won the tender process to undertake the works and Mr Mongard said he was pleased that they will utilise local sub-contractors.

“It stays true to our plan to create work locally,” he said.

Tenterfield Shire Council has called on businesses and residents to get behind the development.

“Council is aware the work will cause some inconvenience to the public, travellers and business owners,” mayor Peter Petty said.

“Business owners were advised prior to commencement of the works with the majority looking forward to the excitement and atmosphere that this new space will create in the middle of town,” he said.

Some of the works to be undertaken will involve the installation of contemporary seating, benches, tables, bins, bike racks and drinking fountain.

Disabled friendly ramps, access paths and handrails, new retaining walls, water wise irrigation, new landscaping and turf will also be included.

The focal point of the project will be the inclusion of a covered stage pavilion and grassed amphitheatre.

Council acknowledged that there will be ongoing interruptions to car parking and pedestrian access.

 The toilet facilities in Bruxner Park will be open to the public during the early stages of the park upgrade.

“The main street upgrade has been a success for Tenterfield,” council general manager Lotta Jackson said.

“The changes to Bruxner Park will also bring the focus back into the town centre, encouraging travellers to stop and browse in our shops and picnic in the new park areas. It will be great to have a town square to create a gathering place and add new space for events,” she said.