Works & Road Closures
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State Government roads can be checked or reported though:
Queensland Government Traffic and Travel Information
The relevant road owner and contact details can be found through:
Queensland Government Road Lookup
Ring Road Night Cleaning
Council advises that these works will be conducted overnight to reduce the impact on traffic movement throughout these maintenance works.
Please check back for any future updates.
Department of Transport and Main Roads
Queensland Government roads can be checked via the Queensland Government Traffic and Travel Information website.
Alligator Creek Road Intersection - Safety Upgrades
The Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) is undertaking safety upgrades at the intersection of the Bruce Highway and Alligator Creek Road.
The upcoming works will deliver a new left turn lane into Alligator Creek Road for northbound highway traffic; improving safety for highway and local traffic, as well as improving sight distance at the intersection.
Intersection upgrade works will take place 6am to 6pm Monday to Saturday from Monday 19 April to Monday 17 May 2021 (weather and construction conditions permitting).
Works Notification - TMR - Alligator Creek Road Intersection - Safety Upgrades (PDF, 130.9 KB)
Bus stops
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.
Shannon Street, Oonoonba
The Shannon Street bus stop works will be conducted within the corner of Abbott Street through to Shannon Street, Oonoonba. Works will involve the construction of a concrete footing and installation of an approved bus shelter.
| UPDATE: Bus stop works are re-scheduled to commence on Wednesday 5 May 2021 and are expected to take two (2) weeks to complete (weather and conditions permitting). |
Works may involve:
- partial closure of footpath and associated parking spaces
- excavations in the road and adjacent footpath
- temporary traffic control
- noise.
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.
Works Notification - Bus Stop - Shannon Street, Oonoonba (PDF, 717.8 KB)
Mount Louisa Drive, Mount Louisa
UPDATE: Due to weather conditions, works were unable to commence as per the Works Notification that was distributed 8 February 2021. Works are scheduled to commence on Friday, 5 March 2021 and are expected to take five (5) weeks to complete (weather and conditions permitting). |
The Mount Louisa Drive bus stop works will be conducted adjacent property 20 Mount Louisa Drive (temporary bus stop located at 28 Mount Louisa Drive). Council will deliver a second bus stop upgrade concurrently adjacent 27 Mount Louisa Drive (temporary bus stop located at 35 Mount Louisa Drive). Works will involve the construction of a concrete footing and installation of an approved bus shelter.
Bus stop works are scheduled to commence on Monday 15 February 2021 and are expected to take three (3) weeks to complete (weather and conditions permitting).
Works may involve:
- partial closure of footpath and associated parking spaces
- excavations in the road and adjacent footpath
- temporary traffic control
- noise.
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.
Works Notification - Bus Stop - Mount Louisa Drive, Mount Louisa (PDF, 720.4 KB)
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.
Cape Pallarenda Road Tree Removal
Council has been monitoring and conducted an Arborist inspection on a Banyan Fig (Ficus benghalensis) directly adjacent the intersection of Emmerson Street and Cape Pallarenda Road, Town Common positioned within the road reserve.
The tree’s internal/external health is in serious decline resulting in the high risk of tree failure due to a highly infectious pathogen within the tree called Phellinus noxious or common name Brown rot.
The decision to remove the tree is based on the poor structure and overall health of the tree and the very high risk that the infected tree could spread the pathogen to the remaining Banyan figs situated in proximity.
To ensure the safety of the community and to protect associated trees, the tree will be removed, and the stump will be ground to surface level.
Tree removal works are scheduled to commence on Wednesday, 12 May 2021 and are expected to take 3 days to complete (weather and conditions permitting).
Works will involve:
- traffic management and control
- removal of tree branches and mulching
- operation of machinery
- noise.
Council will be using a qualified contractor to undertake the removal of the tree.
Normal work hours are 7am to 5pm Monday to Friday.
Works Notification - General - Cape Pallarenda Road Tree Removal (PDF, 408.9 KB)
Arcadia Road, Nelly Bay
The Arcadia Road water main augmentation project is scheduled to commence Tuesday 4 May 2021 and is expected to take four (4) weeks to complete (weather and conditions permitting).
Works will involve:
- excavation and machinery operations
- diversion of footpath traffic and some parking bay closures
- traffic control with single-lane closures
- noise, flashing lights and dust.
Council has appointed a qualified contractor to carry out these works.
Normal work hours are 6am to 6pm Monday to Friday and 6am to 4pm on Saturday. In exceptional cases, work may be required outside these hours.
Works Notification - General - Arcadia Road, Nelly Bay (PDF, 248.1 KB)
Nathan Street, Heatley
The Nathan Street Main Pipeline Infrastructure Relining works are scheduled to commence on Tuesday 4 May 2021 and are expected to take six (6) weeks to complete (weather and conditions permitting).
Works will involve:
- traffic management and lane closures
- machinery operating throughout the work zones
- hydro-vac and machinery operating
- noise, flashing lights and dust
Works will be conducted from 6am through to 6pm each day to limit the duration of the impact on traffic and residents; lane closures will only be in place during work hours with associated traffic management and designated detours displayed.
On you bin collection day, please ensure your bins are out by 6am for collection.
Normal work hours 6am to 6pm Monday to Saturday. In exceptional cases, work may be required outside these hours.
Works Notification - General - Nathan Street, Heatley (PDF, 302.3 KB)
The Strand Pier/Jetty, Townsville City
The Strand Pier/Jetty Infrastructure Maintenance works are scheduled to commence on Tuesday, 27 April 2021 and is expected to take approximately nine (9) weeks to complete (weather and conditions permitting).
Works may involve:
- closure of the Strand Pier and associated open space areas as highlighted in the document below
- safety fencing / barricading
- operation of machinery
- noise
Council has appointed a local qualified contractor to carry out these works.
Normal work hours including pier closure are from 6am to 5pm Monday to Friday and 6am – 2pm on Saturday. In exceptional cases, work may be required outside these hours.
Works Notification - General - The Strand Pier/Jetty, Townsville City (PDF, 268.3 KB)
Hazard reduction burn
Controlled burns will be conducted between April and August as part of Council’s bush fire hazard reduction program as the dry season approaches.
Please check back for updates to the controlled burn schedule as the year progresses.
2021 Controlled Burns
Controlled burns are conducted to prevent the spread of bush fires by reducing the build-up of flammable fuel loads such as leaf litter, grasses, and shrubs.
All controlled burns will be conducted pending weather conditions.
Residents with medical conditions that may be affected by smoke from grass fires should take precautions.
Location | Proposed Burn |
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| Wulguru Range | Wednesday 26 May |
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Castle Hill – West Ridge. Full day closures will be in effect and applicable to all walkers, cyclists, and vehicles for the following:
| June |
| Magnetic Island – Waste Transfer Station & Water Treatment Plant | June |
| Mount Louisa (above Greenview Estate) | June |
| Castle Hill - Goat Track | June |
| Hervey Range – Page Road Reserve | July |
| Rollingstone (next to Rollingstone State School) | July |
| Additional Burns | |
| Upper Sleeper Log Creek | TBC |
| Riverway Drive* | TBC |
| Toomulla** (assist DoR) | TBC |
* This burn is conducted by the Department of Defence.
** This burn is conducted by the Department of Resources.
Council would like to acknowledge that hazard reduction (controlled) burns are conducted in partnership with:
- Queensland Fire and Emergency Services
- Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service
- Department of Resources
- Department of Defence.
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.
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.
1 Kalynda Parade, Bohle Plains
The 1 Kalynda Parade pressure cleaning pathway works are scheduled to commence on Thursday 6 May 2021 and are expected to take one (1) night to complete (weather and conditions permitting). Works may involve:
Every attempt will be made to maintain pedestrian and vehicle access to businesses however, there may be some instances where restrictions will be required throughout these works. Normal work hours are 8pm to 11.30pm Thursday night. In exceptional cases, work may be required outside these hours.
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Riverway Market Place, Douglas
The Riverview Market Place pressure cleaning pathway works are scheduled to commence on Tuesday 4 May 2021 and are expected to take two (2) nights to complete (weather and conditions permitting). Works may involve:
Every attempt will be made to maintain pedestrian and vehicle access to businesses however, there may be some instances where restrictions will be required throughout these works. Normal work hours are 5pm to 11.30pm Tuesday to Wednesday inclusive. In exceptional cases, work may be required outside these hours.
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First Street, Railway Estate
The First Street Pathway works, within the boundaries of Flowers Street through to Railway Avenue are scheduled to commence on Tuesday 23 March 2021 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. 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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Ross River Road, Aitkenvale
The Ross River Road, Pathway and Kerb and Channel work positioned between the street boundaries of Anne Street through to Elizabeth Street conducted on the residential evens side are scheduled to commence on Thursday 18 March 2021 and are expected to take seven (7) 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.
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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.
Punari Street, Currajong
The Punari Street asphalt works will be conducted within the boundaries of Reardon Street through to Dalrymple Service Road are scheduled to commence on Saturday 15 May 2021 and are expected to take two (2) 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 and 6am to 2pm on Saturday. In exceptional cases, work may be required outside these hours.
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Flinders Street, Townsville City
The Flinders Street asphalt works will be conducted within the street boundaries of Stokes Street through to Wickham Street are scheduled to commence on Wednesday 5 May 2021 and are expected to take two (2) nights 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 5am Wednesday to Thursday. In exceptional cases, work may be required outside these hours. |
Bayswater Road, Mount Louisa
The Bayswater Road road works will be conducted within the street boundary of Mount Louisa Drive through to the residential property boundary of 572 Bayswater Road and are scheduled to commence on Wednesday 7 April 2021. Works are expected to take four (4) weeks to complete (weather and conditions permitting). Council advises road resurfacing works are to be conducted at night reducing impact to traffic. Night works will be carried out from 7pm through to 5am on the following nights:
Pedestrian and vehicle access to properties will be maintained for most of the project; however minor restrictions will be required during these works. If your business or residence is affected, Council will provide 24 hours’ notice prior to 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.
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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.
Eumara Court, Annandale
The Eumara Court road works will be conducted within the boundaries of Woodbine Drive through to the Cul-de-sac end of Eumara Court are scheduled to commence on Monday 10 May 2021 and are expected to take three (3) 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 before to 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.
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Phantom Place, Mount Louisa
The Phantom Place road works will be conducted within the boundaries of Afton Way through to the Cul-de-sac end of Phantom Place are scheduled to commence on Thursday 15 April 2021 and are expected to take two (2) weeks to complete (weather and conditions permitting). Council advises that this important project has been brought forward due to other projects being postponed. If you have any concerns regarding this project, please contact the Project Manager on the details below. 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 before to 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.
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Queen Street, North Ward
This project is funded by the Works for Queensland (W4Q) initiative by the Queensland Government in partnership with Council.
The Queen Street asphalt works will be conducted within the street boundary of Murray Street through to the Cul-de-sac end of Queen Street are scheduled to commence on Wednesday 14 April 2021 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. 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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Weddel Drive, Annandale
This project is funded by the Australian Government Roads to Recovery (R2R) program in partnership with Council.
The Weddel Drive road works that will be conducted within the boundaries of Niall Court, through to Annandale Drive are scheduled to commence on Wednesday 10 March 2021 and are expected to take five (5) 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 before to 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.
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Bayswater Road, Mount Louisa
UPDATE: Works for this project are ongoing and were unable to be completed by the projected completion date. Please check back for additional updates. |
The Bayswater Road Pedestrian Lighting Upgrade work along Bayswater Road and Weston Street, between the eastern roundabout at Crestbrook Drive and Woolcock Street, is scheduled to commence Monday 1 February 2021 and is expected to take six (6) weeks to complete (weather and conditions permitting).
Works may involve:
- excavation and machinery operations
- closure of the footpath and some parking bays
- safety fencing installed for pedestrian and vehicles
- noise, flashing lights and dust.
Normal work hours are 6am to 6pm Monday to Friday and 6am to 4pm on Saturday. In exceptional cases, work may be required outside these hours.
- Works Notification - Roadworks - Bayswater Road, Mount Louisa (PDF, 592.9 KB)
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.
Charles Street / Anne Street
This project is an initiative of the Queensland Government.
The Charles Street / Anne Street Streetscape project works are scheduled to commence on Saturday 20 March 2021 and is expected to take four (4) consecutive Saturdays to complete (weather and conditions permitting). Works may involve:
The works will be conducted throughout the hours of 6am to 5pm Saturday covering four Saturdays as to not impose on peak traffic conditions; intersection lane closures will be in place with associated traffic management. Normal traffic conditions will return Sunday through to Saturday. Normal work hours are 6am to 5pm Saturday. In exceptional cases, work may be required outside these hours.
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Coastal Management
For safety reasons, the following beach pedestrian access pathways are currently closed due to erosion from recent heavy rainfall, storm surges and king tides.
Maintenance will be carried out in the coming weeks in these areas. For your safety, please adhere to all signage when visiting these beaches.
Balgal Beach Foreshore, Balgal Beach
The Balgal Beach Foreshore Coastal Management works are scheduled to commence on Tuesday 27 April 2021 and are expected to take two (2) weeks to complete (weather and conditions permitting).
Works will involve:
- partial closure of the beach
- operation of machinery
- noise.
On your bin collection day, please ensure your bins are out by 6am to be collected.
Normal work hours are 7am to 6pm Monday to Friday. In exceptional cases, work may be required outside these hours.
Works Notification - General - Balgal Beach Foreclosure, Balgal Beach (PDF, 282.8 KB)
Rowes Bay Foreshore, Rowes Bay
The Rowes Bay Foreshore - Bollarding Coastal Management works are scheduled to commence on Wednesday 14 April 2021 and are expected to be completed by the end of April (weather conditions and machinery availability permitting).
Works will involve:
- partial closure of the beach
- installation of safety fencing
- noise.
On your bin collection day, please ensure your bins are out by 6am to be collected.
Normal work hours are 7am to 6pm Monday to Friday. In exceptional cases, work may be required outside these hours.
Works Notification - General - Rowes Bay Foreclosure, Rowes Bay (PDF, 331.5 KB)
Water Mains
Council is conducting works on an essential underground Water Main pipeline that transports water through the Mundingburra area and surrounding catchment zones.
Charters Towers Road/ Ross River Road
The Charters Towers & Ross River Roads Water Main works will be conducted from Monday 10 May and are expected to take six (6) months to complete. Works will involve the installation of an essential underground water main pipe constructed under the existing footpath on both sides of Charters Towers Road and Ross River Road between the street boundaries of Goldring Street, Hermit Park and Burdekin Street, Mundingburra. Works will also 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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Charters Towers Road Water Main Renewal Tree Pruning
The Charters Towers Road/Ross River Road water main project Tree Pruning, and removal works are scheduled to commence in late April 2021 and are expected to take three weeks to complete. Works will involve the installation of an essential underground water main pipe constructed under the existing footpath on both sides of Charters Towers Road and Ross River Road between the street boundaries of Goldring Street, Hermit Park and Burdekin Street, Mundingburra. Works may involve:
Normal work hours are 6am to 6pm Monday to Friday and 6am to 4pm on Saturday. In exceptional cases, work may be required outside these hours. |
Further information
Are you looking for current projects?
- Visit our Current Projects web page.
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- Visit our City Maintenance Schedule web page.
