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Noosa hinterland road upgrade fast-tracked to improve access after landslide closure

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The $1.29 million upgrade of a key road link in the Noosa hinterland has been completed, easing the burden on residents who continue to be affected by a landslide-enforced road closure.

Works on the upgraded stretch of Federal’s Middle Creek Road, which links Federal State School and Andersons Road, was fast-tracked to cater for increased traffic flow due to the Black Mountain landslide diversion.

Related story: No easy fix for region’s ‘worst landslide in 30 years’

The 2.1km road now has improved drainage, line markings and signage. The road shoulder has also been widened and sealed to make it easier for drivers to navigate.

Noosa Mayor Clare Stewart said the upgrade highlighted council’s commitment to building resilience into the shire’s infrastructure.

“The damage caused to our network from last year’s floods was extreme, but this hinterland community has been especially hard hit with the loss of a major thoroughfare on Black Mountain Road due to the landslide,” she said.

“While council is working hard to bring this connection to Cooroy back in operation, we are pleased to be able to deliver an upgrade to Middle Creek Road, offering a safer and quicker diversion to residents, service providers and visitors.

“I would like to thank residents for their patience and understanding during this important improvement project and emphasise our commitment to getting this community better connected.

“Council also recognises the hard work and dedication of the construction workers and contractors who made this project a reality.”

The road shoulder has also been widened and sealed.

The project was funded by the federal government’s Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program and delivered by Noosa Council.

Federal Member for Wide Bay Llew O’Brien said the program supported local councils to deliver priority local road and community infrastructure projects.

“The Australian Government committed $5,157,006 to Noosa Council, enabling it to deliver projects that will create employment and support their communities,” he said.

“This included $1,292,692 to upgrade Middle Creek Road to improve safety and help connect Black Mountain residents to jobs and services while Council continues works to repair the damage from the landslide.”

Noosa Council anticipates the total cost of flood recovery reconstruction for the shire to exceed $65 million.

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