Thirty-two concrete girders, each the length of a fully grown blue whale, have been installed as part of construction on a new overpass west of Toowoomba. Federal Minister for Infrastructure and Transport Darren Chester says duplication of the Warrego Highway between Toowoomba and Oakey was … [Read more...]
It’s Officially Open – Diamantina Developmental Road $5 million Upgrade
The multi-million-dollar upgrade of the Diamantina Developmental Road between Bedourie and Boulia in far west Queensland has been officially opened today, delivering improved travel for motorist. Officially opening the road, Minister Assisting the Premier on North Queensland Coralee O’Rourke says … [Read more...]
Better bridge to boost Warrego Highway
Road safety and flood immunity on the Warrego Highway has been improved following the completion of a new bridge over Jingi Jingi Creek, around 53 kilometres west of Dalby. Federal Infrastructure and Transport Minister Darren Chester said the new concrete bridge would substantially improve … [Read more...]
Diamantina Development – Develops
One of Our Towns’ most remote roads has had a major safety upgrade, with locals and tourists alike now set to benefit. The $5 million worth of works on the Diamantina Developmental Road between Bedourie and Boulia in far the south west are now comp0lete which sees the final 8 kilometres of the … [Read more...]
Share the Road
Road Hogs be warned - We’re all watching you today. As part of Road Safety Week, the focus for today is on Sharing the Road. Today’s theme sees Police encouraging Queenslanders to share the roads with others – be patient, move over and off as needed, let somebody in, give a wave of thanks to … [Read more...]
Queensland Road Safety Week
It should be something we do, naturally, every day but this week we’re being asked to focus more than usual on Road Safety as we enter Road Safety Week across the state. Police and Department of Transport and others will be active this week in promoting the message and in an effort to convince us … [Read more...]
LNP to Review Speed Limits in Government
The LNP announcement to review speed limits on 100 Queensland roads if they win the next election would be a major bonus for motorists on roads across the Warrego electorate, according to state member Ann Leahy. "It’s a move to ensure limits are sensible and safe.” “In South West Queensland, … [Read more...]
Road Safety Week
Communities, schools and workplaces across the State are being encouraged to take part in this years’ Queensland Road Safety Week. The week will run from August 21-25 and information Kits and packs are now available. ‘Speaking up for road safety’ is the focus and Police say it’s an opportunity … [Read more...]
Funding Approved for Miles Western Access Upgrade
Things will get easier as we drive through Miles soon with a major upgrade of the Warrego Highway set to begin early next year. Federal Member for Maranoa David Littleproud says works would focus on upgrading intersections, improving safety for pedestrians and vehicles travelling through the … [Read more...]
Warrego Highway Upgrades
FKG Group and McIlwain Civil have been awarded the contract to upgrade the Warrego Highway through Dalby. The upgrade will focus on improving conditions for motorists and pedestrians by creating better connectivity and providing extra turning lanes and safety features. Federal Member for … [Read more...]
