The demolition process of the Wunkar silo is almost complete.
Wunkar local, Terry Smith, captured the removal of the three-cell, 6000-tonne silo that was carried out last week, with the concrete structure that stood for 64 years now rubble.
Viterra Australia says it has undertaken “required” action to demolish the structures safely as “the silo pose a potential future safety risk”.
“The steel silo, weigh-bridge, classification office and associated grain-handling equipment will be left intact,” a Viterra spokesperson told The Murray Pioneer.
“Safety is our number one priority. We avoid demolishing silos where possible unless it forms part of the process of ending lease agreement arrangements or the silos pose a safety risk.”
This article appeared in the Murray Pioneer, 4 December 2024.
