Six new projects to deliver improved roads and infrastructure
Published on 21 November 2024
The Rockhampton Region will see improved roads and pedestrian safety with six new road and community infrastructure projects planned across the region.
The projects which include a range of sealing, asphalting, kerb and channel and footpath upgrades across Rockhampton City, Norman Gardens, Kabra and Marmor are being delivered in partnership with the Australian Government through the Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program.
The Australian Government is investing $2.3 million towards the projects while Rockhampton Regional Council is contributing a further $420,000 through its capital works program.
The projects include:
- Sealing of Murphy Road, Kabra between Ch 0.44 and Ch 1.50
- Sealing of Bills Road, Marmor between Ch 0.23 and Ch 1.33
- Rehabilitation of Denison Street, Rockhampton between Derby Street and Stanley Street
- Rehabilitation of Murray Street, Rockhampton between Fitzroy Street and Denham Street
- New footpath on Cambridge Street, Rockhampton between Lennox Street and Murray Lane
- New footpath on Norman Road, Norman Gardens between German Street to Dodgson Street
Mayor Tony Williams said the Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program was an important partnership between Federal and Local Government that supported new and improved community infrastructure.
“The Rockhampton Region has seen nine projects over the last four years completed under this program with these additional six to be delivered over the coming 12 months,” Mayor Williams said.
“I want to acknowledge the support of the Federal Government and the partnership we have built which is delivering new and upgrades roads across our region.
“Recently we have seen even more funding committed to local roads through the Government commitment to raise the Roads to Recovery program to $1 billion annually and increase Black Spot funding.
“These projects are vital to regional areas, not only investing in local infrastructure that makes our communities safer and more accessible but also supporting local jobs and local business.
“It’s often simple projects like this that can make a real difference in the day-to-day travels of local residents and I’m proud to see this funding going towards these projects.”
Infrastructure Councillor Marika Taylor outlined the scope of work planned across the six projects, highlighting the completion of work at Murphy Road in Kabra and commencement of other projects.
“We’re widening and sealing sections of Murphy Road in Kabra and Bills Road in Marmour which will significantly improve access and safety for our rural residents too," Councillor Taylor said.
“Our rural crews recently completed works along Murphy Road, now moving to commence work along Bills Road in Marmor.
“The community will see the construction of two new footpaths, one along Norman Road and another along Cambridge Street which will improve pedestrian safety and connectivity in these growing areas.
"Additionally, road rehabilitation will take place on Denison Street between Derby and Stanley Streets, and on Murray Street between Fitzroy and Denham Streets.
“These upgrades will ensure smoother, safer travel for drivers, cyclists, pedestrians, and residents who use mobility aids.
“Each project will have lasting benefits for our rapidly growing region, and I look forward to seeing the projects come to fruition over the coming months."
Council has received over $9.9 million in funding through the LRCI program since phase one of the program in July 2020.