- Funding program Investment Road and Rail Program
- Status Completed
- Transport mode Road
- Expected start/finish Late 2011 - Early 2014
- Estimated project cost $145,238,165
- Australian Government contribution $145,238,165
- Local Council/Shire Cairns Regional Council
- State QLD
- Corridor Brisbane - Cairns
Project description
The project involved the construction of an additional in bound lane and road overpasses, removal of rail crossings, provision of service roads and installation of a traffic management system.
Benefits
The project will assist in:
- reducing traffic congestion
- increasing safety
- improving access for motorists entering and exiting the highway
- reducing travel times
- providing better facilities for cyclists and pedestrians
Funding
The Australian Government fully funded the project, contributing $145.2 million.
Timetable
Construction commenced in October 2011 and was completed in April 2014.
Project last updated:
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