Construction on a flood defence system for Brampton has started near the railway station.
The new earth bund is part of a natural flood management approach aimed at reducing flood risk during heavy rainfall.
The bund will regulate the flow of water into Brampton Beck, holding back and slowing surface water before it reaches the beck at peak times.
This is intended to reduce the chances of the beck overflowing and causing flooding downstream.
The scheme represents a shift towards using the landscape itself as a form of defence, rather than relying solely on hard engineering like walls and barriers.
Similar projects nationwide have integrated bunds, wetlands, and tree planting to bolster resilience as intense rainfall events become more frequent.
Residents can expect to see ongoing construction activity around the railway station area as the bund takes shape.
Once completed, the bund is expected to blend into the surrounding environment, playing a crucial role in safeguarding homes, businesses, and community facilities from future flood risks.