Work to refurbish Orange's courthouse has received an extra $60,000 in state government funding.
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A spokesman for deputy premier John Barilaro said the funds had been allocated toward improving the fire safety compliance of the building.
Work is already underway on a $630,000 upgrade to the court complex to improve security.
That includes providing an airport-style scanning machine, a Sheriff's office, a search room and a secure exit.
The NSW government has prioritised projects that can begin immediately.
- John Barilaro, deputy premier
There will also be a specialist domestic violence room and a waiting room for vulnerable victims and witnesses appearing in court.
The work, which started in late February, was expected to take four months to complete.
It has included temporarily changing the entrance to the courts to Lords Place.
Mr Barilaro said the extra funding was part of a $9 million upgrade to courts and corrections facilities in regional areas,
He said the funding would improve the standards of 63 regional courthouses, including Orange.
Mr Barilaro said it would focus on upgrades to fire safety and security plus structural repairs and maintenance.
"The NSW government has prioritised projects that can begin immediately, to help communities rebuild after the impacts of COVID-19, bushfires and drought," he said.
"These projects will focus on awarding construction work to small-to-medium sized businesses and prioritise local builders where possible.
"Local tradies will begin working on courthouses across the state from Bega to Broken Hill and Wagga Wagga to Wilcannia to deliver the upgrades efficiently and effectively.
"Accelerating renovations is part of a huge recovery effort to kick start the economy, create jobs, support local businesses and help regional NSW get back on its feet."
Attorney General Mark Speakman said most of the projects would start this month and be completed this year.
"It makes sense to carry out renovations while courts are sitting less due to the COVID-19 pandemic, because fewer disruptions mean the work can be completed faster," he said.
"These investments will also put courts in the best possible position to address the busy period ahead."
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