Reconstruction works to commence as part of Riverbank redevelopment

Published on 16 October 2015

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Rockhampton Regional Council has announced the start of the much anticipated Riverbank redevelopment.

Reconstruction works will commence in Quay Street and Victoria Parade next week, as part of the first phase of this exciting overhaul. 

Mayor of Rockhampton Region, Margaret Strelow said the works are the start of big things to come.

“Over the upcoming months, we will be able to see these areas take shape and get an idea of just how terrific the redevelopment will be in both its earlier stages and its entirety.”

Mayor Strelow advised that there will be changes to traffic flows during this time but that every effort is being made to ensure that businesses can operate as normally as possible.

“We have been speaking with business owners and residents who will be directly affected by these works and have tried to limit disruption as much as possible given the significant works to be done,” Mayor Strelow said.

 “I’d like to say a very big thank you to all for their support toward this project and, in advance, convey Council’s appreciation for their patience.”

 

UPCOMING WORKS IN QUAY STREET

Works in Quay Street will be carried out in a number of stages, commencing with Stage 1A.

Stage 1A will include:

  • Removal of existing footpaths and roadways
  • Upgrade of conduits and pits for Smart City and street lighting
  • Drainage works
  • Laying of pavers across the full pavement

Important information:

  • Works will commence next Tuesday, 20 October, 2015
  • Stage 1A is expected to be completed by August, 2016
  • The section of Quay St between Fitzroy Bridge and Denham Street will be closed
  • Quay Lane will reverse direction for businesses and commercial traffic (this will be a South to North direction with an exist for commercial vehicles onto Fitzroy Street)
  • Detours will be signed during construction
  • Pedestrian access to all Quay Street businesses will be available
  • Please follow directions and keep to the proposed speed limit.

UPCOMING WORKS IN VICTORIA PARADE

Reconstruction works will include:

  • New kerb and channelling
  • Upgrade of conduits and pits
  • Drainage works
  • Resurfacing of existing roadway
  • Installation of full width footpath along the building side of Victoria Parade

Important information:

  • Works will commence next Tuesday, 20 October, 2015
  • These works are expected to be completed by March, 2016
  • Traffic will be reduced to one lane during this period, with a flow direction from Archer to Cambridge
  • Please follow directions and keep to the proposed speed limit.

 

Pictured: Mayor Margaret Strelow with members of the project crew Rodney Leis and Adrian Bacchetti.

 

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