Funding Program: | Investment Road and Rail Program |
Status: | In planning |
Transport Mode: | Road |
Expected Start/Finish: | TBC - Mid 2024 |
Estimated Project Cost: | $48,000,000 |
Australian Government Contribution: | $38,400,000 |
Local Council/Shire: | Hinchinbrook Shire Council |
State: | QLD |
Corridor: | Brisbane - Cairns |
Project DescriptionPlanning and corridor preservation for the future construction of a deviation on higher ground to the west of the existing Bruce Highway such that a much higher flood immunity can be achieved along this section. BenefitsImproved efficiency, flood immunity, safety and amenity. FundingThe Australian Government has committed $38.4 million towards the project in partnership with the Queensland Government. TimetableStart and end dates to be confirmed with the Queensland Government. |
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Project details last updated: 14/01/2019