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General
Castle Hill Road - Closed to traffic
From Monday 6 April, 5pm - Townsville City Council is closing all Castle Hill walking tracks in an effort to further encourage social distancing and help slow the spread of COVID-19. Castle Hill road remains open for walkers and runners, however is closed to traffic and bikes.
Resurfacing - Hindley Street to Urquart Street, Currajong
Asphalt works are scheduled to commence on Wednesday, 15 April 2020 and are expected to take two (2) weeks to complete (weather and conditions permitting). Works may involve:
On your bin collection day please ensure your bins are out by 6am to be collected. Normal work hours are 6am to 4pm Monday to Friday and 6am to 2pm on Saturday. In exceptional cases, work may be required outside these hours. |
Resurfacing - 164-166 Geaney Lane, Deeragun
Asphalt works are scheduled to commence on Tuesday, 14 April 2020 and are expected to take four (4) days to complete (weather and conditions permitting).
On your bin collection day, please ensure your bins are out by 6am to be collected. Normal work hours are 6am to 4pm Monday to Friday and 6am to 2pm on Saturday. In exceptional cases, work may be required outside these hours.
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Landslide Barrier and Earthworks - Mueller Street, Wulguru
Council is undertaking remedial landslide management work to a large section of vacant land behind residential properties and adjoining houses of Mueller Street, Wulguru. The aim is to reduce the impact of future significant weather events to residents. The landslide barrier and associated earthworks are scheduled to commence on Friday, 27 March 2020 and are expected to take 12 weeks to complete (weather and conditions permitting). Works may involve:
Normal work hours are 6am to 4pm Monday to Friday and 6am to 2pm on Saturday. In exceptional cases, work may be required outside these hours. |
Roadworks - Sturt Street and Jones Street, Townsville City
Council has commenced the rollout of W4Q projects across the city and as part of this program;
Road works are scheduled to commence on Wednesday, 25 March 2020 and are expected to take six (6) weeks to complete (weather and conditions permitting). Pedestrian and vehicle access to properties will be maintained for most of the project; however minor restrictions will be required during the works. If your business or residence is affected, Council will provide 24 hours’ notice prior to any restrictions. Works may involve:
On your bin collection day, please ensure your bins are out by 6am to be collected. Normal work hours are 6am to 4pm Monday to Friday and 6am to 2pm on Saturday. In exceptional cases, work may be required outside these hours. |
Road Works - Ross River Road (Out bound), Mundingburra
| Please note: Due to unforeseen circumstances the Works Notification that was delivered 9 March 2020, noting that works would commence 15 March 2020, required rescheduling due to important works within Charters Towers Road. |
Council will be conducting maintenance and repairs to the existing valve boxes and surrounding road surface that are installed along Ross River Road to rectify known defects. The Ross River Road, road works within the boundaries of 2 Ross River Road and 202 Ross River Road are scheduled to commence on Sunday, 22 March 2020 and are expected to take 6 nights to complete (weather and conditions permitting). Pedestrian and vehicle access to properties will be maintained for most of the project; however minor restrictions will be required during the works. If your business or residence is affected, Council will provide 24 hours’ notice prior to any restrictions. Works may involve:
These works will be carried out as night works to minimise traffic disruption. Work hours are 9pm to 6am Sunday to Saturday. In exceptional cases, work may be required outside these hours.
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Irrigation Renewal - Nelly Bay Esplanade
Works are scheduled to commence on Monday 17 February 2020 and are expected to take two (2) weeks to complete (weather and conditions permitting). Council will renew the existing irrigation system along Nelly Bay Esplanade between Kelly and Yates Streets. The works will improve the performance of the existing irrigation system, making it more efficient and sustainable. Works may involve:
A local contractor, Aquaflow NQ, will undertake these works on behalf of Council. Normal work hours are 6am to 4pm Monday to Friday and 6am to 2pm on Saturday. In exceptional cases, work may be required outside these hours.
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Spillway and Weir Maintenance Works - Paluma Dam Spillway Bridge
As part of our maintenance program, Council is preparing to replace the Paluma Dam steel weir plates. The steel weir plates increase the water level capacity of the dam and allow floodwaters to discharge safely. As part of these works, Council will also strengthen the associated concrete weir barrier with anchor bars. The Paluma Dam Spillway Bridge will operate under pedestrian and traffic management throughout these works. There will be times when vehicle access across the bridge is restricted. The Paluma Dam works are scheduled to commence on Tuesday, 28 January 2020 and are expected to take approximately 22 weeks to complete (weather and conditions permitting). Works may involve:
A local contractor, TEi Services, will undertake these works on behalf of Council. Normal work hours are 6am to 4pm Monday to Friday and 6am to 2pm on Saturday. In exceptional cases, work may be required outside these hours.
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Resurfacing - Kerema Street, Roseneath
As part of the Queensland Government funding under the Works for Queensland (W4Q) 2019-21 program, Council will spray seal the road that extends along Kerema Street between Madang and Satelburg Streets. Works may involve:
A local contractor, CES Civil, will undertake these works on behalf of Council. Normal work hours are 6am to 4pm Monday to Friday and 6am to 2pm on Saturday. In exceptional cases, work may be required outside these hours.
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Roadworks - Queens Road, Hermit Park
The Queens Road, roadworks within the boundaries of 73 to 75 Queens Road, Hermit Park 4812 are scheduled to commence on Friday, 7 February 2020 and are expected to take 4 (four) days to complete (weather and conditions permitting). Pedestrian and vehicle access to properties will be maintained for most of the project; however minor restrictions will be required during the works. If your business or residence is affected, Council will provide 24 hours’ notice prior to any restrictions. Works may involve:
On your bin collection day, please ensure your bins are out by 6am to be collected. Normal work hours are 6am to 4pm Monday to Friday and 6am to 2pm on Saturday. In exceptional cases, work may be required outside these hours. |
Kerb and Channel - Kings Road, Mysterton
Works are scheduled to commence on Friday 17 January 2020 and are expected to take two (2) weeks to complete (weather and conditions permitting). This project has received Queensland Government funding under Works for Queensland 2019-21 program. Council will renew the kerb and channel that extends along both sides of Kings Road between Champman and Brentnall Streets. The new kerb and channel will improve the stormwater drainage along Kings Road. Works may involve:
Normal work hours are 6am to 4pm Monday to Friday and 6am to 2pm on Saturday. In exceptional cases, work may be required outside these hours.
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Roadworks - Ogden Street, Townsville City - Updated
Works are scheduled to commence on Monday 13 January 2020 and are expected to take 12 weeks to complete (weather and conditions permitting). This project has received Australian Government funding under the Roads to Recovery program. Council will renew the pathway and reconstruct the road within the boundaries of Blackwood Street and Stanley Street. Key activities completed include:
Planned activities for works completion:
Council wishes to advise that the Ogden street car park will have reduced parks available from Monday 24 February until Sunday 22 March, as road works continue on Ogden Street. Normal work hours are 6am to 4pm Monday to Friday and 6am to 2pm on Saturday. In exceptional cases, work may be required outside these hours.
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Intersection Works - Stanley Street, Townsville City
Stanley Street intersection road works are scheduled to commence on Tuesday, 10 December 2019 and are expected to take 7 weeks to complete (weather and conditions permitting). 3-phase approach of Stanley Street intersection works as follow:
Works may involve:
For more information, read the following works notification:
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Nelly Bay Road, Magnetic Island
Townsville City Council has been successful in securing $24.5 million to improve Townsville’s infrastructure, parks and venues, as part of the Works for Queensland (W4Q) initiative by the Queensland Government. Council has commenced the rollout of W4Q projects across the city and as part of this program is the Nelly Bay – Shared Pathways Renewal Program that extends along the western boundary of the X-Base Backpackers (see diagram in below document). Pathway works are scheduled to commence on Tuesday 28 January 2020 and are expected to take 2 months to complete (weather and conditions permitting). Works will involve:
Council has appointed Jackson + Semler to conduct these works. Normal work hours are 6am to 4pm Monday to Friday and 6am to 2pm on Saturday. In exceptional cases, work may be required outside these hours. |
Pathway Works
Gregory Street, North Ward
Pathway works are scheduled to commence on Wednesday, 19 February 2020 between Clifton Street and Murray Street. The reconstruction works is expected to take four (4) weeks to complete (weather and conditions permitting).
On your bin collection day please ensure your bins are out by 6am to be collected. Normal work hours are 6am to 4pm Monday to Friday and 6am to 2pm on Saturday. In exceptional cases, work may be required outside these hours.
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V8 track (Railway yard), Railway Estate
Pathway works are scheduled to commence on Monday, 3 February 2020 and are expected to take five (5) weeks to complete (weather and conditions permitting). Works may involve:
Normal work hours are 6am to 4pm Monday to Friday and 6am to 2pm on Saturday. In exceptional cases, work may be required outside these hours. This project is funded under the Cycle Network Local Government Grants program and is a collaboration between the Department of Main Roads and the Townsville City Council. |
Dean Street, Townsville City
Pathway works are scheduled to commence on Thursday, 17 October 2019 and are expected to take 10 weeks to complete (weather and conditions permitting). Works may involve:
Normal work hours are 6am to 4pm Monday to Friday and 6am to 2pm on Saturday. In exceptional cases, work may be required outside these hours.
This project is funded by the Department of Transport and Main Roads and delivered in partnership with Council will provide connectivity from the North Queensland Stadium and the city. |
Palmer Street, South Townsville - Updated
Works are scheduled to commence on Monday 6 January 2020 and are expected to take 16 weeks to complete (weather and conditions permitting). This project has received Queensland Government funding under Works for Queensland 2019-21 program. Council will renew the pathway between the boundaries of Plume Street and Morehead Street. Key activities completed include:
Planned activities for works completion:
On your bin collection day please ensure your bins are out by 6am to be collected. Normal work hours are 6am to 4pm Monday to Friday and 6am to 2pm on Saturday. In exceptional cases, work may be required outside these hours.
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Bonnett Road, Mount Low
Works are scheduled to commence on Wednesday 15 January 2020 and are expected to take four (4) weeks to complete (weather and conditions permitting). This project has received Queensland Government funding under Works for Queensland 2019-21 program. Council will renew the pathway that extends along the northern side of Bonnett Road between Mount Low Parkway and Sanctum Boulevard. Works will involve:
Normal work hours are 6am to 4pm Monday to Friday and 6am to 2pm on Saturday. In exceptional cases, work may be required outside these hours.
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Recycled Water Re-use Scheme
Townsville City Council is committed to delivering quality services for our community and has allocated a budget over $400 million to improving our infrastructure.
The Recycled Water Re-Use Scheme is an important part of Council's commitment to deliver its 3-Point Water Security Solution. The project will use high-quality recycled water from the Cleveland Bay Purification Plant. Class A+ recycled water will be transported through a new network of pipes to irrigate and beautify some of Townsville's large commercial properties, schools, sporting fields and community parklands.
Kokoda Street, Idalia
Newlands Civil Construction will commence work to install the new pipeline through Kokoda Street between Stuart Drive and Village Drive from Tuesday, 25 February to 27 March 2020, weather permitting. During this stage of works, the following activities will be undertaken:
Traffic controllers, detour signage and speed restrictions will be used. While every effort will be made to minimise impacts, motorists can expect some delays and should factor in additional travel time. Residents and motorists should drive to the changed conditions and obey all signage for their own safety and the safety of road workers during these works. Normal work hours are 6.30am to 6.00pm Monday to Friday, 6.30am to 5.00pm Saturday and 8.00am to 5.00pm Sunday. Thank you to all residents for their cooperation and patience during these works.
For more information on the Recycled Water Re-use Scheme visit our Water Smart website. |
First Avenue to Second Avenue, Railway Estate
The project has begun installing the pipes for both the Recycled Water Re-Use Scheme and the Southern Suburbs Rising Main Project. Works will involve:
Work is being conducted by Townsville Water and Waste staff and will continue for three weeks until early March 2020 (weather and ground conditions permitting). Normal work hours are 6.30am to 6.00pm Monday to Friday and 6.30am to 2.00pm Saturday. In exceptional cases, work may occasionally be required on Sunday. Thank you to all residents for their cooperation and patience during these works. For more information on the Recycled Water Re-use Scheme visit our Water Smart website. |
Corner Kokoda and Wairopi Streets, Idalia
Pipe is being installed using either directional drilling and trench excavation along Kokoda Street, Wairopi Street and along Goroni Street. Several trees in the park on the corner of Kokoda Street and Wairopi Street are to be trimmed and removed to allow the machinery space to operate and for the new pipe to be installed. Works will involve:
Works are scheduled to commence on Friday, 14 February 2020 and are expected to take several days to complete (weather and conditions permitting). Works are being managed by Newlands, who will oversee and manage the arborist activities. Normal work hours are 6.30am to 6pm Monday to Friday and 6.30am to 2pm on Saturday. In exceptional cases, work may be required outside these hours. Thank you to all residents for their cooperation and patience during these works.
For more information on the Recycled Water Re-use Scheme visit our Water Smart website. |
Snelham Street to Bowen Road, Rosslea
The Recycled Water project has commenced, with the new pipe network being installed at various locations around the city. The current stage of works involves:
Works are scheduled to commence on Wednesday, 5 February 2020 and are expected to take 4 weeks to complete (weather and conditions permitting). Council has appointed Aquaflow NQ to carry out these works. Normal work hours are 6.30am to 6pm Monday to Friday and 6.30am to 2pm on Saturday. In exceptional cases, work may be required outside these hours. Thank you to all residents for their cooperation and patience during these works.
For more information on the Recycled Water Re-use Scheme visit our Water Smart website. |
Oonoonba Road, Milne Street and Gorari Street, Idalia
Newlands Civil Construction will have two crews commencing work to install the new pipeline through Oonoonba Road (between Fairfield Waters Drive and Milne Street), Milne Street to Gorari Street and Gorari Street through to Wairopi Street from Monday, 3 February to mid to late March 2020, weather permitting. Due to recent wet weather, these works will be ongoing through to late March 2020. During this stage of works, the following activities will be undertaken:
Traffic controllers, detour signage and speed restrictions will be used. While every effort will be made to minimise impacts, motorists can expect some delays and should factor in additional travel time. Residents and motorists should drive to the changed conditions and obey all signage for their own safety and the safety of road workers during these works. Thank you to all residents for their cooperation and patience during these works.
For more information on the Recycled Water Re-use Scheme visit our Water Smart website. |
Shannon Street Oonoonba to Cleveland Bay Purification Plant
Work will commence on the new pipeline on Shannon Street to Cleveland Bay Purification Plant from Wednesday 18 December and continue through to mid 2020. Please note: Work will close on Friday 20 December and recommence on Monday 6 January, 2020. During this stage of works, the following activities will be undertaken:
Residents and motorists should drive to the changed conditions and obey all signage for their own safety and the safety of roadworkers during these works. Normal work hours are 6.30am to 6pm Monday to Friday, 6.30am to 5pm and 6.30am to 2pm Saturday. For more information on the Recycled Water Re-use Scheme visit our Water Smart website. |
