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Our city's bus stops are an essential part of Townsville's public transport system, which is why Council continues to prioritise bus stop upgrades to deliver a high quality experience for all users.
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General
Townsville City Council is committed to delivering quality services for our community and has allocated a budget nearing $400 million to improving our infrastructure.
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. |
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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Kerb and channel
Did you know Townsville City Council maintains more than 2,086km of kerb and channel throughout our region?
Our kerb and channel (gutters) is an essential part of our city infrastructure, which is why Council continues to prioritise their renewal.
Thorpe Street, Wickham Street, The Strand, Melton Terrace, Townsville City
Council has commenced the rollout of W4Q projects across the city and as part of the program; your suburb will receive the Kerb and Channel Renewal program as follow:
Works are scheduled to commence on Monday, 25 May 2020 and are expected to take twelve (12) 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. |
Pathway works
Our footpaths are a vital part of our city which is why Council continues to prioritise their maintenance and construction.
These works will ensure Townsville's commuter network continues to deliver a high quality experience for users.
Sturt Street, Townsville City
Council has commenced the rollout of W4Q projects across the city and as part of this program; your suburb will receive the Sturt Street - Shared Pathways Renewal Program between the boundaries of Fletcher Street and Knapp Street, Townsville City. Our pathway system is vital to ensuring our city’s commuter network delivers a quality experience to users. New pathways are built to link our city’s infrastructure and support our community’s connectivity needs. Pathway works and associated infrastructure upgrade works are scheduled to commence on Tuesday, 7 July 2020 and are expected to take eight (8) 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. |
Corcoran Street Drainage Reserve, Currajong
Council has commenced the rollout of W4Q projects across the city and as part of this program; your suburb will receive the Corcoran Street Drainage Reserve - Shared Pathways Renewal Program between the boundaries of Pegnall Street and Bayswater Road, Mundingburra. Our pathway system is vital to ensuring our city’s commuter network delivers a quality experience to users. New pathways are built to link our city’s infrastructure and support our community’s connectivity needs. Pathway works and associated infrastructure upgrade works are scheduled to commence on Thursday, 9 July 2020 and are expected to take six (6) 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. |
Kokoda Pool (Healy Street), Mundingburra
Council has commenced the rollout of W4Q projects across the city and as part of this program; your suburb will receive the Kokoda Pool - Shared Pathways Renewal Program including disability parking revitalisation between the boundaries of Healy Street and Gulliver Street, Mundingburra. Our pathway system is vital to ensuring our city’s commuter network delivers aquality experience to users. New pathways are built to link our city’s infrastructure and support our community’s connectivity needs. Pathway works and associated infrastructure upgrade works are scheduled to commence on Thursday, 4 June 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, 6am to 2pm Saturday. In exceptional cases, work may be required outside these hours. |
James Cook University, Angus Smith Drive, Douglas
Council has commenced the rollout of W4Q projects across the city and as part of this program; your suburb will receive the James Cook University, Angus Smith Drive - Shared Pathways Renewal Program on both sides between the boundaries of the 1st and 2nd entrances to the University. Pathway works are scheduled to commence on Monday, 25 May 2020 and are expected to take five (5) 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. Council has apppointed HNQ Strctural Landscaping to carry out these works. Normal work hours are 6am to 4pm Monday to Friday, 6am to 2pm Saturday. In exceptional cases, work may be required outside these hours. |
Angus Smith Drive, Douglas
Council has commenced the rollout of W4Q projects across the city and as part of this program; your suburb will receive the Angus Smith Drive - Shared Pathways Renewal Program between the boundaries of Riverside Boulevard and Pedley Court, Douglas. Pathway works are scheduled to commence on Monday, 25 May 2020 and are expected to take five (5) 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. Council has appointed HNQ Structural Landscaping to carry out these works. Normal work hours are 6am to 4pm Monday to Friday, 6am to 2pm Saturday. In exceptional cases, work may be required outside these hours.
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Murray Lyons Crescent, Idalia
Newlands Civil Construction will commence footpath reconstruction works along Murray Lyons Crescent this month and will be completed by end of May 2020, weather permitting. During these works, the following activities will be undertaken:
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. |
Glendale Drive, Annandale
Council has commenced the rollout of W4Q projects across the city and as part of this program; your suburb will receive the Glendale Drive – Shared Pathway Renewal program between the boundaries of Tandamus Court and River Park Drive, Annandale. Pathway works are scheduled to commence on Thursday, 14 May 2020 and are expected to take three (3) 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. Council has appointed Urban Scapes & Construction to carry out 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.
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Resurfacing
Did you know that Townsville City Council maintains more than 1,771km of roads throughout the region?
Our roads are one of our most critical assets, which is why Council continues to prioritise their maintenance.
Brighton Street, Gulliver
The Brighton Street asphalt works within the boundaries of Cambridge Street through to Mclean Street are scheduled to commence on Tuesday, 9 June 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. In exceptional cases, work may be required outside these hours.
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Dimmock Street, Heatley
Asphalt works are scheduled to commence on Thursday, 4 June 2020 and are expected to take three (3) days 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. In exceptional cases, work may be required outside these hours.
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Shannon Street, Oonoonba
An upgrade of the on-street parking at Oonoonba Park adjoining the pipeline installation work is due to commence Wednesday 13 May. Works are anticipated to take 4-5 weeks (weather dependant). Works will involve:
Footpaths on Shannon Street may be closed during the works. Residents are encouraged to drive with care near work activities This upgrade is part of work in the area being conducted by BMD, which is scheduled to conclude in July 2020. 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. To minimise disruption to traffic, it is requested that residents do not park on Shannon Street for the duration of this work.
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Roadworks
Our roads link Townsville's commuter network making them one our most critical assets, which is why Council continues to prioritise their maintenance.
Spruce Street, Kirwan
The Spruce Street road works within the boundaries of Sandstone Drive and Peppertree Street are scheduled to commence on Tuesday, 14 July 2020 and are expected to take seven (7) 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.
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Black Spot Project - Intersection - Sturt, Fletcher & Jones Streets, Townsville City
Works will involve:
A lane closure will be in place on the northern side of Sturt Street as indicated via the red outlined box (image below) with all inbound/outbound traffic diverted to the southern lane of Sturt Street with traffic management in place and signed designated detour established. Local traffic within the roadworks area will be accommodated throughout the construction period. The required lane closure of Sturt Street will commence as of Tuesday, 9 June and will be in place through to Friday, 26 June 2020. Normal work hours are 6am to 5pm Monday to Friday and 6am to 2pm on Saturday. In exceptional cases, work may be required outside these hours. |
The Sturt Street and Fletcher Street intersection asphalt works are scheduled to commence on Tuesday, 23 June 2020 and are expected to take one (1) day to complete (weather and conditions permitting).
Zinc Road and Vantassel Street, Stuart
The Zinc Road and Vantassel Street road works within the boundaries of Bruce Highway through to the end of the sealed road on Vantassel Street are scheduled to commence on Tuesday, 23 June 2020 and are expected to take ten (10) 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. |
Nelly Bay Road, Magnetic Island
The Nelly Bay Road, road works within the boundaries of X-Base Backpackers and Birt Street are scheduled to commence on Tuesday, 23 June 2020 and are expected to take two (2) weeks to complete (weather and conditions permitting). Please note speed restrictions and a single traffic lane closure will be required throughout these works with traffic management in place. While every effort will be made to minimise impacts, the motorist may experience short delays. Works may involve:
Residents and motorists should drive to changed traffic conditions and obey all signage for their own safety and the safety of road workers throughout 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.
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Stanley Street Access Road, North Ward
The Stanley Street Access Road, roadworks within the boundaries of 4 Gregory Street through to 329 Stanley Street Access Road are scheduled to commence on Wednesday, 17 June 2020 and are expected to take two (2) 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. |
Bayswater Road / Mooney Street, Currajong
The Bayswater Road and Mooney Street Intersection road works are scheduled to commence on Tuesday, 16 June 2020 and are expected to take three (3) weeks to complete (weather and conditions permitting). Mooney Street will be closed at Bayswater Road. Access to Mooney Street will be via a detour along Quandong Street. Bayswater Road will remain open to traffic. Pedestrian and local 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 before any restrictions. 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. |
Banfield Drive, Mount Louisa
The Banfield Drive road works, within the boundaries of Coates Street through to Carina Court are scheduled to commence on Tuesday, 16 June 2020 and are expected to take one (1) week 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.
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Lane Court, Kirwan
The Lane Court road works are scheduled to commence on Tuesday, 26 May 2020 and are expected to take two (2) 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.
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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. |
Streetscapes
Council has commenced the rollout of Works for Queensland (W4Q) projects across the city and as a part of the program; streetscape enhancement projects will commence for the following areas.
Streetscape Works - Charters Towers Road, Hermit Park
Council has commenced the rollout of W4Q projects across the city and as a part of the program, the following area is part of the Streetscape Enhancement project.
The majority of works will be conducted throughout the hours of 7pm to 5am as to not impose on peak traffic conditions; partial lane closures will be in place with associated traffic management. Council has appointed qualified local contractor, Transcape to carry out these works. |
Streetscape Works - Duckworth Street and Bayswater Road, Garbutt
Council has commenced the rollout of W4Q projects across the city and as a part of the program, the following area is part of the Streetscape Enhancement project.
The majority of works will be conducted throughout the hours of 6pm to 6am as to not impose on peak traffic conditions; partial lane closures will be in place with associated traffic management. Council has appointed qualified local contractor SNR Morgan to carry out these works. |
Streetscape Works - Bundock Street, Belgian Gardens
Council has commenced the rollout of W4Q projects across the city and as a part of the program, the following areas are part of the Streetscape Enhancement project.
The Bundock Street, Belgian Gardens project works are scheduled to commence on Wednesday, 10 June 2020 and are expected to take 3 weeks to complete (weather and conditions permitting). Works may involve:
The majority of works will be conducted throughout the hours of 7pm to 5am as to not impose on peak traffic conditions; partial lane closures will be in place with associated traffic management. Council has appointed qualified local contractor Transcape to carry out these works. |
Recycled Water Re-use Scheme |
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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.
Oonoonba Road, Kokoda Street, Gorari Street and Milne Street, Idalia
Newlands Civil Construction will be asphalting sections of pavement on Saturday, 20 June and Monday, 22 June 2020 (weather permitting) and will have the following one day closures in place:
Monday, 22 June closures
Footpath access will be limited and residents are encouraged to take care if travelling past the work area. Noise and dust will occur during work activities. These impacts will be monitored to limit disruptions to residents and businesses. 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 roadworkers 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. |
Footpath works - Shannon Street, Oonoonba
Work is continuing upgrading on-street parking at Oonoonba Park adjoining the pipeline installation work. Single lane road closures will be required several times for a single day during June to complete kerb, road sealing and asphalt works. Footpaths on Shannon Street may be closed during this time. Works will involve:
Residents are encouraged to drive with care and abide by traffic control signage near work activities. Work in the area being conducted by BMD, who are scheduled to conclude in July 2020. 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. To minimise disruption to traffic, it is requested that residents do not park on Shannon Street for the duration of this work.
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Murray Sporting Precinct, Annandale
Mervyn Crossman Drive and Murray Lyons Crescent
Council are continuing works by installing the new Reuse Water Main connecting pipeline within the Murray Sporting Precinct, Annandale. Once installed this will provide treated irrigation water to the surrounding sporting facilities as a water saving alternative. Reuse Water Main works for the Murray Sporting Precinct are scheduled to commence on Monday, 1 June 2020 and are expected to take 3 months to complete (weather and conditions permitting). Works may involve:
Please note Traffic Controllers and speed restrictions will be used. While every effort will be made to minimise impacts, motorist may experience some short delays. Residents and motorists should drive to the changed conditions and obey all signage for their own safety and the safety of road workers throughout these works. Normal work hours are 6am to 6pm Monday to Friday, 6am to 6pm Saturday. In exceptional cases, work may be required outside these hours.
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Resurfacing - Shannon Street, Oonoonba
An upgrade of the on-street parking at Oonoonba Park adjoining the pipeline installation work is due to commence Wednesday 13 May. Works are anticipated to take 4-5 weeks (weather dependant). Works will involve:
Footpaths on Shannon Street may be closed during the works. Residents are encouraged to drive with care near work activities This upgrade is part of work in the area being conducted by BMD, which is scheduled to conclude in July 2020. 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. To minimise disruption to traffic, it is requested that residents do not park on Shannon Street for the duration of this work.
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Gorari, Milne and Wairopi Streets, Idalia
Newlands Civil Construction are continuing works to install the new pipeline through:
These works will commence Tuesday, 26 May to late June 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 may experience some short delays. 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 6pm Monday to Friday, 6.30am to 5pm Saturday and 8am to 5pm Sunday.
For more information on the Recycled Water Re-use Scheme visit our Water Smart website. |
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. |
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. |
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. |
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