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Bruce Highway - Sarina to Cairns - Upgrade Southern Approach to Cairns

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.

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Project details last updated: 5/11/2020