Building clean-up works at Carranballac Recreation Reserve
Published on 31 March 2026
Demolition and clean-up works have been substantially completed at the Carranballac Recreation Reserve’s clubrooms and community facility, marking an important step forward in the recovery from the 9 January Streatham–Yalla-Y-Poora fire.
Pyrenees Shire Council is also working with DEECA and the reserve’s Committee of Management to:
• Address hazardous trees on the site
• Develop a site master plan
• Work with the Carranballac Cricket Club on temporary arrangements for cricket to be played at the reserve next season
• Work with the community to determine the requirements of a new future facility
The Carranballac Recreation Reserve is situated on Crown land managed by the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA). While the reserve operates as a Committee of Management facility run by the local community, the damaged buildings are insured by Pyrenees Shire Council.
A Project Working Group has been established to support the reserve’s redevelopment, bringing together representatives from DEECA, Council, user groups and the broader community.
The group will help ensure the facility’s future reflects the needs and aspirations of those who use and value it most.
Council will continue to work closely with all stakeholders as planning progresses and will keep the community informed of key updates.
Pyrenees Shire Council Mayor Damian Ferrari said the demolition works were a positive milestone for the community.
“This is an important step in the recovery process for Carranballac and the surrounding community,” Cr Ferrari said.
“We know how valued this facility is, and while the fire caused significant damage, this marks the beginning of rebuilding and renewal.”
Works associated with the overall reserve planning and rebuild will require a range of funding sources including insurance funds towards the facility rebuild, DEECA funds towards hazardous tree removal, Victorian Government grants, community grants and fundraising, with a significant amount already raised by the community.
For more information, visit www.pyrenees.vic.gov.au or contact Pyrenees Shire Council on 1300 797 363.