Works & Road Closures
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Townsville Ring Road (Stage 5) construction update
The temporary closure of Beck Drive will remain in place until 14 May 2022 to enable crews to complete works in the area. As outlined in the attached update, when Beck Drive reopens on 14 May, traffic will be temporarily restricted to single lane traffic flow, in one direction only (inbound vehicles travelling from the Upper Ross). Outbound vehicles, travelling to the Upper Ross, will need to continue using Riverway Drive only.
For more information visit the Department of Transport and Main Roads project website.
Ring Road cleaning
Council advises that these works will be conducted overnight to reduce the impact on traffic movement throughout these maintenance works.
Please check back later for updates.
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.
Please check back later for updates.
Coastal management
For safety reasons, beach pedestrian access pathways may be closed due to erosion from heavy rainfall, storm surges and king tides.
Maintenance will be carried out in these areas. For your safety, please adhere to all signage when visiting these beaches.
Please check back later for updates.
Environmental restoration
In 2019, severe flooding was experienced across the city. As a result of river and creek bank erosion and risk of further erosion occurring, the Australian and Queensland Governments through the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA) have allocated funding to be delivered in partnership with the Council for several carefully selected sites across the city where the risk of further erosion has been deemed likely in the future.
Wes Barrett Park (Ross River), Oonoonba
Council has been successful in securing significant funding to undertake Riverbank Restoration works on a range of local areas impacted by the 2019 monsoon event.
This project is proudly funded by the Commonwealth and Queensland Governments through the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA) and delivered in partnership with Council.
The DRFA program provides disaster relief and recovery payments and infrastructure restoration to help communities recover from the effect on a natural disaster.
This project will involve the removal and replenishment of the impacted site, erosion remediation to the riverbank and associated environmental restoration maintenance works to identified sections of damaged impact areas as indicated in the document below.
The Wes Barrett Park Riverbank Restoration project is scheduled to commence Thursday 19 May 2022 and is expected to take to take ten (10) weeks to complete (weather and project 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.
Lores Ct and White Rd, Jensen
Council advises that due to unforeseen circumstances and weather, this project was postponed, however will now recommence as per below commencement date.
This project will involve the erosion remediation to the riverbank through the installation of timber pile fields, designed to divert erosive forces from the bank of the river, and assist in natural restoration overtime. These works are within the Black River itself and positioned respectively within
the boundaries of 1 White Street and 7 Lores Court, Jensen.
The Black River (Lores Ct to White Rd) Riverbank Restoration project is scheduled to commence on Monday 6 April 2022 and is expected to take to take twelve (12) weeks to complete (weather and project conditions permitting).
Council advises that there may be the requirement to temporary remove property water bores that are currently connected within the Black River. Properties effected will be engaged once the project site has been established.
During works, clarity and sedimentation may impact water bores within the river, and some may need to be temporarily removed during construction.
Works may involve:
- installation of timber pile fields within the bank of the Black River to divert erosive flows
- installation of vegetative strips to catch and accumulate sediment
- minor traffic control during site establishment and demobilisation
- noise, flashing lights and dust.
Normal work hours are 6am to 6pm Monday to Friday and 6am to 4pm on Saturday.
This project is proudly funded by the Commonwealth and Queensland Governments through the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA) and delivered in partnership with Council.
Sherriff and Archery Park, Mundingburra
Council has been successful in securing significant funding to undertake Riverbank Restoration works on a range of local areas impacted by the 2019 monsoon event.
This project is proudly funded by the Commonwealth and Queensland Governments through the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA) and delivered in partnership with Council.
The DRFA program provides disaster relief and recovery payments and infrastructure restoration to help communities recover from the effect on a natural disaster.
This project will involve the erosion remediation to the riverbank and associated environmental restoration maintenance works, to identified sections in areas as indicated in the document below.
The Sherriff and Archery Park Riverbank Restoration project is scheduled to commence on Monday 4 April 2022 and is expected to take to take twelve (12) weeks to complete (weather and project conditions permitting).
Works may involve:
- minor reshaping of eroded riverbank to reflect natural waterway design principles
- extensive native tree plantings to riverbank to deliver long-term bank stability
- 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.
Event road closures
Council advises that during events held within the Townsville region, some roads may have closures in place.
Please check back later for updates.
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.
Denham Street, Townsville City – Changed Traffic Conditions, Sewer Remediation Works
Townsville City Council is undertaking the renewal of the existing underground sewer connector and associated infrastructure adjacent 54-56 Denham Street.
This involves the temporary removal of the on-street parking including a single lane closure within the works zone.
The Denham Street Sewer Remediation maintenance works will be undertaken within the street boundaries of Flinders Street and Sturt Street and is scheduled to commence 5pm Thursday, 30 June with expected completion by 7am Friday, 1 July 2022 (weather and project conditions permitting).
Works may involve:
- Excavation and machinery operations
- Asphalt relay
- Traffic management including traffic control, single lane closure and temporary on-street parking closures
- Safety fencing installed for pedestrians and vehicles
- Noise, flashing lights and dust
Council advises that these works will be conducted as night works to reduce the impact on businesses and commuter traffic.
Normal work hours are 5pm to 7am Thursday to Friday. In exceptional cases, work may be required outside these hours.
Adjacent University Road, Annandale - Pump Station Construction Works
Townsville’s water and waste network consist of reticulation pipelines, pump stations and major trunk line that work together to perform an essential infrastructure process that ensures all properties, and commercial and industrial businesses receive efficient operational water and waste service.
Works will involve the delivery of a new wastewater Pump Station and associated infrastructure that will be constructed adjacent to University Road with the resultant aim in significantly reduce the pressure experienced by the wastewater system during the wet season and cater for the population growth of the southern parts of our city.
The Wulguru Pump Station construction project is scheduled to commence in early June and is anticipated to be completed in late-December 2022.
Works will involve:
- excavation and machinery operations
- safety fencing installed for pedestrians and vehicles
- noise, flashing lights and dust.
CivilPlus Constructions advises that due to the nature of this project there will be an increase in vehicle traffic on University Drive entering and exiting the Wulguru Pump Station works zone as indicated via the red outline in the document below.
Townsville City Council in partnership with CivilPlus Constructions thank you for your patience and understanding whilst these important works are being undertaken.
Normal work hours are 6am to 6pm Monday to Friday and 6am to 2pm on Saturday. In exceptional cases, work may be required outside these hours.
Stoney Creek Boat Ramp, Bushland Beach - Carpark Maintenance
Townsville City Council will undertake resurfacing of the carpark at the Stoney Creek - Bohle boat ramp, Marina Drive, Bushland Beach. The work is required to maintain the quality of the carpark and ensure safe and enjoyable use of the boat ramp facilities.
Works are scheduled to commence on Monday 18 July 2022 and are expected to take eight (8) weeks to complete (weather and conditions permitting). The boat ramp and carpark will be closed for the duration of works.
This project is funded by the Queensland Government's Works for Queensland program.
Yolanda Drive, Annandale - Irrigation Renewal Works
The underground irrigation system within the existing roundabout at the Yolanda Drive and Marabou Drive intersection has been identified for renewal. Council works involve a replacement to the current irrigation network with a more efficient system that will reduce water consumption while improving operations and ongoing maintenance.
The Yolanda Drive and Marabou Drive new irrigation system will be installed within the boundaries as indicated in the document below.
Irrigation works are scheduled to commence on Wednesday 22 June 2022 and are expected to take four (4) days to complete (weather and project conditions permitting).
Works will involve:
- temporary traffic management including partial lane closures
- hydro-vac and diggers operating
- safety fencing / barricading
- noise, flashing lights and dust.
Council has appointed a local contractor Aquaflow NQ to carry out these works.
Normal work hours are 6am to 5pm Monday to Friday. In exceptional cases, work may be required outside these hours.
Dalrymple Rd, Bohle and Riverside Blvd & Angus Smith Dr, Douglas - Road Closures
Townsville City Council will be closing the following roads to upgrade street lighting:
DALRYMPLE ROAD - Bohle River Bridge
- 6:30pm, Sunday 26 June to 6am, Monday 27 June 2022
- 6:30pm, Monday 27 June to 6am, Tuesday 28 June 2022
DOUGLAS - intersection of Riverside Boulevard, Angus Smith Drive, Windarra Avenue
- 6:30pm, Tuesday 28 June to 6am, Wednesday 29 June 2022
- 6pm, Wednesday 29 June to 6am, Thursday 30 June 2022
- 6pm, Thursday 30 June to 6am, Friday 1 July 2022.
Heatley Park, Heatley - Temporary Field Closure
The Heatley Park field will be closed for resurfacing and turfing from 13 June – September 2022.
Gottani Road, Rollingstone - Drainage Works
The Gottani Road drainage works within the boundaries of Rollingstone Street and Hencamp Creek road are scheduled to commence on Tuesday 14 June 2022 and are expected to take four (4) 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:
- traffic control and temporary road closures
- safety fencing for pedestrian and vehicles
- excavations in the road and adjacent footpath
- noise and flashing lights.
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.
Yolanda Drive, Annandale - Irrigational Renewal Works
The underground irrigation system within the existing roundabout at the Yolanda Drive and Cypress Drive intersection has been identified for renewal. Council works involve a replacement to the current irrigation network with a more efficient system that will reduce water consumption while improving operations and ongoing maintenance.
The Yolanda Drive and Cypress Drive new irrigation system will be installed within the boundaries as indicated in the document below.
Irrigation works are scheduled to commence on Thursday 16 June 2022 and are expected to take four (4) weeks to complete (weather and conditions permitting).
Works may involve:
- temporary traffic management including partial lane closures
- hydro-vac and diggers operating
- safety fencing / barricading
- noise, flashing lights and dust.
Council has appointed local contractor Aquaflow NQ to carry out these works.
Normal work hours are 6am to 5pm Monday to Friday. In exceptional cases, work may be required outside these hours.
Mill Drive, Heatley - Irrigation Renewal Works
The underground irrigation system within the existing roundabout at the Mill Drive and Fulham Road intersection has been identified for renewal. Council works involve a replacement to the current irrigation network with a more efficient system that will reduce water consumption while improving operations and ongoing maintenance.
The Mill Drive new irrigation system will be installed within the boundaries of the Mill Drive and Fulham Road Roundabout as in the document below.
Irrigation works are scheduled to commence on Tuesday 14 June 2022 and are expected to take ten (10) days to complete (weather and conditions permitting).
Works involve:
- temporary traffic management including partial lane closures
- hydro-vac and diggers operating
- safety fencing / barricading
- noise, flashing lights and dust.
Council has appointed local contractor Aquaflow NQ to carry out these works.
Normal work hours are 6am to 5pm Monday to Friday. In exceptional cases, work may be required outside these hours.
West End Park, West End - Shelter Upgrade
Townsville City Council is undertaking an upgrade of the West End Park shelter from Monday 13 June 2022 and expects the works to be completed by Friday 30 June 2022.
The works involve installing a new shelter at the park.
This renewal will contribute to the health and wellbeing of the city by improving recreational opportunities.
The shelter will be closed for the duration of the works.
Vincent Bushy Parker Park, Rollingstone - Park Renewal
Townsville City Council is undertaking a renewal of Vincent Bushy Parker Park, Rollingstone from Wednesday 1 June 2022 and expects the works to take approximately six (6) weeks to complete, reopening in mid-July (weather and conditions permitting).
The works involve updating the park with new playground equipment, bin, drinking fountain, shelter and barbeque facilities.
This renewal will contribute to the health and wellbeing of the city by improving recreational opportunities, promoting play-based child development and improving accessibility to play spaces.
The park will be closed for the duration of the works.
Heatley Park, Heatley - Boulder/Barricading Installation
Heatley Park works will involve the installation of large size rock boulders that will be ground installed around the outside border of Heatley Park as indicated via the red outline in the document below.
The boulder installation barricading of the park will aid in stopping vehicles entering the park and keeping our open space parklands safe for our community to enjoy.
Heatley Park boulder installation works are scheduled to commence on Thursday 2 June 2022 and are expected to take three (3) weeks to complete (weather and project conditions permitting).
Works may involve:
- sectional closures of the park perimeter
- hydro-vac and diggers operating
- safety fencing / barricading
- noise, flashing lights and dust.
Council has appointed a local contractor, SNR Morgan PTY LTD to carry out these works.
Normal work hours are 6am to 6pm Monday to Saturday. In exceptional cases, work may be required outside these hours.
Hammond Way, Kelso - Drainage Works
The Hammond Way Stage 1 drainage works within the boundaries of 73A Hammond Way are scheduled to commence on Monday 30 May 2022 and are expected to take eight (8) weeks to complete (weather and project conditions permitting).
The Hammond Way Stage 2 drainage works within the boundaries of 58 Hammond Way are scheduled to commence on Monday 25 July 2022 and are expected to take eight (8) weeks to complete (weather and project conditions permitting).
Please note that traffic management including directional detour signage will be in place throughout these works.
Pedestrian and vehicle access to properties will be maintained for most of the project; however minor restrictions will be required during the works.
Works may involve:
- traffic control and temporary road closures
- safety fencing for pedestrian and vehicles
- excavations in the road and adjacent footpath
- noise and flashing lights.
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.
Ross River Road, Aitkenvale - Underground Services Works
The underground infrastructure network system that navigates beneath the footpath within Ross River Road require access identification and strategic service mapping in the form of Potholing prior to any main construction works commencing.
Potholing allows the physical identification of underground services to facilitate access for maintenance or repair pipes, conduits, cables and or pits. The method of Potholing includes vacuum excavation of the ground to obtain a visual confirmation of the utility service.
The Ross River Road Potholing works will be conducted between the street boundaries of Charlotte Street through to Anne Street on the residential/business even number side.
Potholing works are scheduled to commence on Friday 20 May 2022 and are expected to take eight (8) weeks to complete (weather and project conditions permitting).
Please note to reduce the impact on Businesses and the community Potholing works will be conducted on Friday and Saturday only covering the duration of eight weeks.
Works may involve:
- hydro-vac and diggers operating
- temporary closure of the footpath, with pedestrian access provided
- safety fencing / barricading
- noise, flashing lights and dust.
Normal work hours are 6am to 6pm Friday and 6am to 4pm on Saturday. In exceptional cases, work may be required outside these hours.
Shutehaven Park, Bushland Beach - Playground Renewal
Townsville City Council is undertaking a renewal of Shutehaven Park, Bushland Beach from Monday 16 May 2022 and expects the works to take six (6) weeks to complete, reopening on Tuesday 28 June 2022 (weather and conditions permitting).
The works involve updating the park with new playground equipment, signage, bin, drinking fountain and pathway.
This renewal will contribute to the health and wellbeing of the city by improving recreational opportunities, promoting play-based child development and improving accessibility to play spaces.
The park will be closed for the duration of the works.
Meenan Street, Garbutt - Wastewater System Repairs
12/05/22 - Townsville City Council is conducting wastewater system repairs along Meenan Street in Garbutt, between Sunderland Street and John Melton Black Drive.
Some traffic delays may be experienced while this urgent work is underway. If you are travelling in the area, particularly to access Townsville Airport, allow for extra travel time.
We will update this post with more information as work progresses.
Ingham Road, Garbutt - Drainage Works
| UPDATE: The Ingham Road drainage works within the boundaries of Pilkington Street to Duckworth Street scheduled to commence on Tuesday 26 April 2022 have been delayed due to the recent rainfall. Works are now scheduled to commence on Tuesday 3 May 2022 and are expected to take eight (8) 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:
- traffic control and temporary road closures
- safety fencing for pedestrian and vehicles
- excavations in the road and adjacent footpath
- noise and flashing lights.
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.
Northern Beaches Leisure Centre, Burdell - Pool Redevelopment
Council continues the rollout of W4Q projects across the city and as a part of this program; the suburb of Burdell will receive the Northern Beaches Leisure Centre 50m pool renewal.
Council will be undertaking a $5 million redevelopment to the existing 50m pool within the Northern Beaches Leisure Centre. The pool was constructed in 2008 which consisted of galvanized steel panelling with an internal PVC pool liner which is nearing the end of its useful life.
Council plans to demolish and replace the existing pool, surrounding concourse and fitments (dive blocks, handrails, ladders etc.) so the community can continue to enjoy this recreation asset in the Northern Beaches area. While construction is underway, Council will also undertake maintenance of the surrounding pool facilities (change room, kiosk, site facilities etc).
The Northern Beaches Leisure Centre pool renewal works will require the closure of the facility on Friday 15 April 2022 and is expected to take seven (7) months to complete (weather and project conditions permitting).
Council – in consultation with the lessee – has identified this period to schedule these works, as it will be least disruptive to pool users.
During this time, the following alternative Council pools will be open for community use:
- Kokoda Memorial Pool, 41 Wellington Street, Mundingburra
- Riverway Lagoons, 15 Sporting Drive, Thuringowa Central
- Tobruk Memorial Baths, The Strand, Townsville
- Long Tan Memorial Pool, Corner Fulham Road and Lindeman Avenue.
Normal work hours are 6am to 6pm Monday to Saturday. In exceptional cases, work may be required outside these hours.
Castle Hill Summit Track - Track Closure
The Castle Hill Summit Track is temporarily closed for maintenance from 10 March 2022. All other tracks on Castle Hill remain open. The track is expected to reopen in November 2022.
Northview Lagoon Platform, Idalia - Platform Refurbishment Works
Council recently conducted extensive community consultation concerning this platform and through this process, Council received strong support in renewing and or replacing the Northview Lagoon Platform for public use.
Council advises that the platform along the existing pedestrian connection within the lagoon will be refurbished.
This infrastructure project includes refurbishment works to the footing of the Northview Lagoon Platform. These works will prolong the life of the infrastructure and improve community safety.
Works may involve the replacement of damaged parts with the resultant aim of restoring this community asset with a stronger and safer asset for everyday use.
UPDATE: The Freshwater Lagoon Platform renewal works that were scheduled to commence Tuesday 22 March 2022, due to circumstances outside the Council’s control, have been postponed until the required resources are made available to complete this renewal project. The Freshwater Lagoon platform renewal works have been re-scheduled and will be completed within this Financial Year of project deliverables. |
Works may involve:
- excavation and trenching
- Hydro-vac and diggers operating
- temporary closure of the footpath/platform, safety fencing/barricading
- flashing lights, noise, and dust.
Normal works hours are 6am to 6pm Monday to Friday and 6am to 2pm on Saturday. In exceptional cases, work may be required outside these hours.
Hazard reduction burns
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.
2022 Controlled Burns
Townsville City Council’s 2022 hazard reduction burn program will commence on 31 May (postponed from 10 May due to rain forecast) as part of Council’s Bushfire Management Plan.
Controlled (hazard reduction) burns are conducted in partnership with various organisations, depending on the burn location:
- Queensland Fire and Emergency Services
- Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service
- Department of Resources
- Department of Defence.
Controlled burns are conducted to prevent the spread of bushfires 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 Date |
|---|---|
Magnetic Island – behind water treatment plant only
| June |
Castle Hill – beside Belgian Gardens School
| Tuesday 28 June |
| Mt Louisa – east side of walking track | July |
| Page Road Reserve Hervey Range | July |
| Animal Shelter | August |
| Hervey Range Transfer Station | August |
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.
Please check back later for updates.
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.
Please check back later for updates.
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.
The Strand, Townsville City
The Strand sectional asphalt works are scheduled to commence on Tuesday, 28 June 2022 and are expected to take one (1) night to complete (weather and project conditions permitting).
Please be advised that these works will be undertaken in four locations along The Strand as follow:
- The Strand and Kennedy Street Roundabout,
- Resurfacing sections within Strand Park through to Kennedy Street, and
- Resurfacing section within Oxley Street through to Fryer Street.
Council advises that these road resurfacing works will be undertaken at night reducing the impact to traffic. Night works will be operational from 9pm through to 5am throughout works.
Vehicles cannot be parked on the street while the works are occurring. Please organise for your vehicle to be parked of the street or alternate streets during the work.
Normal work hours are 9pm to 5am Tuesday. In exceptional cases, work may be required outside these hours.
Quandong Street, Currajong
The Quandong Street asphalt works within the boundaries of Bayswater Road and Hammett Street are scheduled to commence on Tuesday 14 June 2022 and are expected to take one (1) week to complete (weather and conditions permitting).
Vehicles cannot be parked on the street while the works are occurring. Please organise for your vehicle to be parked of the street or alternate streets during the work.
Works may involve:
- traffic control and temporary lane closures
- safety fencing for pedestrians and vehicles
- excavations in the road and adjacent footpath
- large construction machinery, noise and flashing lights.
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 - Resurfacing - Quandong Street, Currajong (PDF, 494.8 KB)
Northshore Boulevard, Burdell
Council advises that these road resurfacing works will be undertaken at night reducing the impact to traffic. Night works will be operational from 9pm through to 6am throughout works.
Vehicles cannot be parked on the street while the works are occurring. Please organise for your vehicle to be parked of the street or alternate streets during the work.
Works may involve:
- Traffic control and temporary road closures
- Safety fencing for pedestrian and vehicles
- Excavations in the road and adjacent footpath
- Large construction machinery, noise and flashing lights
Normal work hours are 9pm to 6am Monday to Friday and 6am to 2pm on Saturday. In exceptional cases, work may be required outside these hours.
Charles Street, Kirwan
The Charles Street asphalt works within the boundaries of residential property 325 Charles Street through to residential property 334 Charles Street are scheduled to commence on Monday 30 May 2022 and are expected to take four (4) weeks to complete (weather and project conditions permitting).
Vehicles cannot be parked on the street while the works are occurring. Please organise for your vehicle to be parked off the street or alternate streets during the work.
Works may involve:
- traffic control and temporary road closures
- safety fencing for pedestrian and vehicles
- excavations in the road and adjacent footpath
- large construction machinery, noise and flashing lights.
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 - Resurfacing - Charles Street, Kirwan (PDF, 552.1 KB)
Roadworks
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.
Alice Street, Cranbrook
Townsville City Council has received a request from Cranbrook State School to undertake improvements to the school's existing drop-off and pick-up zone fronting Alice Street.
Driven by this request, Council has applied for and successfully received Queensland Government Works for Queensland funding to undertake this job-creating maintenance and minor infrastructure project.
This project will improve long-term road safety for all road users travelling along Alice Street, between Bergin and Albert Streets.
Council will commence these works on Saturday 25 June 2022 and expects this project to take six (6) weeks to complete, weather permitting.
A local contractor, CES Civil, will undertake these works on behalf of Council.
Traffic control and detours will be in place throughout these works, with access to the school's drop-off and pick-up zone resuming at the start of Term 3.
Works will involve:
- demolition of existing footpath, kerb and channel and medians as required, including removal of signage and speed humps
- road pavement works including mill and fill works and kerb and channel
- construction of medians, pathway and reinstatement of speed humps
- new pavement marking and signage
- traffic control and temporary road closures
- safety fencing for pedestrian and vehicles
- excavations in the road and adjacent verge or footpath
- noise and flashing lights.
Please ensure your bins are out by 6am to be collected on your bin collection day.
Regular work hours are 6am to 6pm Monday to Friday and 6am to 2pm on Saturday. In exceptional cases, Council may require work outside these hours.
- Works Notification - Roadworks - Alice Street, Cranbrook (PDF, 555.8 KB)
This project is funded by the Queensland Government's Works for Queensland program.
Moncrieff Road, Gumlow
The Moncrieff Road works within the boundaries of number 97 through to 189 are scheduled to commence on Friday 10 June 2022 and are expected to take eight (8) 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:
- traffic control and temporary road closures
- safety fencing for pedestrian and vehicles
- excavations in the road and adjacent verge or footpath
- flashing lights and 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 - Roadworks - Moncrieff Road, Gumlow (PDF, 601.9 KB)
This project is funded by the Australian Government Roads to Recovery (R2R) program.
Allambie Lane, Kelso
The Allambie Lane road works within the boundaries of Riverway Drive through to Beck Drive are scheduled to commence on Thursday 26 May 2022 and are expected to take six (6) months to complete (weather and project 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 any restrictions.
Works may involve:
- traffic management including traffic control
- closure of the footpath and some parking bays
- safety fencing installed for pedestrian and vehicles
- operation of machinery, flashing lights and 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 - Roadworks - Allambie Lane, Kelso (PDF, 740.3 KB)
Various locations, Magnetic Island
Townsville City Council is preparing to undertake pavement repair works on several roads throughout Magnetic Island from Monday 23 May 2022. These works are expected to take one (1) week to complete, weather permitting.
As part of these works, Council plans to repair an identified section of the:
- road pavement along Nelly Bay Road, Nelly Bay
- gravel road shoulder along Kelly Street, Nelly Bay
- gravel table drain along Magnetic Street, Picnic Bay
- gravel road off the intersection of Apjohn and Swenson Streets, Horseshoe Bay.
During the works, traffic flow along a section of Nelly Bay Road will temporarily become one-way and guided by portable traffic lights.
These repairs will restore the roads to a safe condition for motorists and make the roads more resilient to future weather events.
Normal work hours are 6am to 6pm Monday to Saturday. In exceptional cases, Mendi may need to work outside these hours, including night works as required. Traffic control will remain active outside these hours.
Assistance is provided through the jointly-funded Commonwealth-State Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA).
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.
Please check back later for updates.
Trees
Townsville City Council recognises the value and important role of trees in the urban landscape. In managing the City’s Public Tree Network, Council must balance various risks against the social, economic, and environmental benefits public trees can provide.
Golf Links Drive, Kirwan
Council will be conducting proactive landscaping maintenance works to identified trees and associated vegetation foliage throughout the nature strip, road verges and associated open spaces within the road corridor of Golf Links Drive, Kirwan.
The purpose of the maintenance will include the removal of identified tree branches and associated foliage to avoid the branches impeding or falling into the road corridor, open space and or pedestrian walkways causing maintenance concerns, potential infrastructure damage and a risk to the public.
The Golf Links Drive Road Corridor Landscaping Maintenance works are scheduled to commence on Tuesday 7 June 2022 and is expected to take three (3) weeks to complete (weather and project conditions permitting).
Council arborist will monitor the complete proactive landscaping maintenance ensuring the health and prosperity of the trees, shrubs and vegetation remain intact will continue to grow and cause no further damage to infrastructure or community safety.
Works may involve:
- removal of tree branches and mulching
- operation of machinery
- changed traffic conditions (temporary)
- noise, dust, and flashing lights.
Council will be using a qualified contractor to undertake the landscaping maintenance works.
Normal work hours are 6am to 5pm Monday to Friday.
- Works Notification - Trees - Golf Links Drive, Kirwan (PDF, 162.2 KB)
Bamford Land, Kirwan
Council will be conducting proactive landscaping maintenance works to identified trees and associated vegetation foliage throughout the nature strip, road verges and associated open spaces within the road corridor of Bamford Lane, Kirwan.
The purpose of the maintenance will include the removal of identified tree branches and associated foliage to avoid the branches impeding or falling into the road corridor, open space and or pedestrian walkways causing maintenance concerns, potential infrastructure damage and a risk to the public.
The Bamford Lane Road Corridor Landscaping Maintenance works are scheduled to commence on Tuesday 7 June 2022 and is expected to take three (3) weeks to complete (weather and project conditions permitting).
Council arborist will monitor the complete proactive landscaping maintenance ensuring the health and prosperity of the trees, shrubs and vegetation remain intact will continue to grow and cause no further damage to infrastructure or community safety.
Works may involve:
- removal of tree branches and mulching
- operation of machinery
- changed traffic conditions (temporary)
- noise, dust, and flashing lights.
Council will be using a qualified contractor to undertake the landscaping maintenance works.
Normal work hours are 6am to 5pm Monday to Friday.
- Works Notification - Trees - Bamford Land, Kirwan (PDF, 162.1 KB)
Road Networks, Idalia
Council will be conducting proactive landscaping maintenance works to identified trees and associated vegetation foliage throughout the nature strip, road verges and associated open spaces within the suburban catchment zone of Idalia.
The purpose of the maintenance will include the removal of identified tree branches and associated foliage to avoid the branches impeding or falling into the road corridor, open space and or pedestrian walkways causing maintenance concerns, potential infrastructure damage and a risk to the public.
The Idalia Road Networks Landscaping Maintenance works are scheduled to commence on Monday 6 June 2022 and is expected to take five (5) weeks to complete (weather and project conditions permitting).
Council arborist will monitor the complete proactive landscaping maintenance ensuring the health and prosperity of the trees, shrubs and vegetation remain intact will continue to grow and cause no further damage to infrastructure or community safety.
Works may involve:
- removal of tree branches and mulching
- operation of machinery
- changed traffic conditions (temporary)
- noise, dust, and flashing lights.
Council will be using a qualified contractor to undertake the landscaping maintenance works.
Normal work hours are 6am to 5pm Monday to Friday.
- Works Notification - Trees - Road Networks, Idalia (PDF, 162.8 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.
Riverway Drive, Kelso
Townsville City Council is duplicating the Ross River Dam to Douglas Water Treatment Plant (RRDDWTP) pipeline. This key water infrastructure asset is essential in Townsville’s water supply, providing approximately 85% of the city’s water.
Works will duplicate the existing pipeline, which runs adjacent to Riverway Drive and crosses Ross River just prior to the treatment plant. Installing a duplicate pipeline will increase the resilience of this key asset, further enhancing Townsville’s water security.
The duplicate pipeline will cross Ross River closer to the dam and run parallel to the river through the Department of Defence Mount Stuart Training Area before connecting to the Douglas Water Treatment Plant.
The construction contractor has been appointed and pipe deliveries are underway.
Upcoming works involve:
- Late June: Geotechnical investigations including excavations through the Ross River.
- Late July and August: Clearing of several trees in Ross Park and along upper Riverway Drive Road verge.
- Late September and October: Trenching work (3-4m deep) to commence at the Ross Dam in August and September and along Riverway Drive in front of the booster pump station.
Normal work hours are 7am to 5pm Monday to Friday. In exceptional cases, work may be required outside these hours, subject to approval.
Charters Towers Road, Hyde Park and Mundingburra
Works are required to be conducted on essential underground Water Main pipelines that transport water through the Hyde Park and Mundingburra area and the surrounding suburban catchment zones.
Installation of the new water main infrastructure will provide a sustainable water connection through to all businesses and residential properties within the catchment zone indicated in the document below.
Roberts Street will be closed at Charters Towers Road and 15-30m along each side of Roberts Street from Tuesday 14 June to Friday 24 June 2022. The closure will allow installation of a new water main across Roberts Street, weather and conditions permitting. This will involve trenching, laying new pipe and restoring the road. A detour map in included in the document below.
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Oxford and Armstrong Streets will be closed at their intersections with Charters Towers Road from Tuesday 19 and Thursday 21 April 2022 respectively for four (4) weeks, weather and conditions permitting, to enable installation of a new water main by pipejacking underground. The closure will extend around 20m along each street, and pedestrian access in the areas will be managed for safety purposes. A map showing access routes is included in the document below. |
Clarendon Street will be closed at the intersection with Charters Towers Road from Thursday 7 April 2022 for two (2) weeks, weather and conditions permitting, to enable installation of a new water main across Clarendon Street. The closure will extend around 20m along Clarendon Street.
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Works are scheduled to commence in Woolcock Street on Wednesday 9 March 2022 within the Sky-Blue Zone: Oxford Street – Woolcock Street as shown in the document below. The works on Woolcock Street will occur from 6pm to 6am until Saturday 12 March 2022. On Monday 14 March 2022, the works will return to day hours along Charters Towers Road up to Yeatman Street.The works may involve:
Works will include trenching, laying new pipe and restoring the area with like for like.
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Services location works will begin on Thursday 10 March 2022 from Somer Street to Clarendon Street within the Sky-Blue Zone as indicated in the document below. Works may involve:
Please note that on-street parking will initially be closed off along the whole section to be surveyed to ensure cleared access. Street parking will reopen in stages as the service location works proceed along the section of the road corridor. |
The Charters Towers Road Replacement Water Main construction project is scheduled to commence on Wednesday 2 March 2022 and is expected to be completed in November 2022 (weather and project conditions permitting).
Works will be conducted within the alignment zone as indicated in the document below.
Works may involve:
- excavation and machinery operations
- traffic management including traffic control and some road closures
- safety fencing installed for pedestrians and vehicles
- noise, flashing lights and dust.
Normal work hours are 6am to 6pm Monday to Friday and 6am to 6pm on Saturday. In exceptional cases, work may be required outside these hours.
Wulguru Diversion Gravity Sewer and Rising Main
Work location: Murray Lyons Crescent, Mervyn Crossman Drive, Gartrell Drive, Shanahan Drive, University Road, Hargreaves Street, Newton Street, Edison Street, Haldane Street, Racecourse Road, Stuart Drive, Watt Street, Pasteur Street, Marconi Street, and Jenner Street, Wulguru
Townsville’s water and waste network consist of reticulation pipelines, pump stations and major trunk line that work together to perform an essential infrastructure process that ensures all properties, commercial and industrial businesses receive efficient operational water and waste service.
Newlands Civil Construction advises that the construction works are expected to commence in late October 2021 and are anticipated to be completed in late July 2022.
The Wulguru Diversion Gravity Sewer and Rising Main construction project is currently underway with works continuing in the red zone that are expected to take up to ten (10) weeks to complete. Works will be commencing Monday 14 February 2022 at the Skate Park end of Murray Lyons Crescent continuing down to Mervyn Crossman Drive, through the open space parkland (between the AFL and Soccer fields) to Gartrell Drive and then completing the run through to Shanahan Drive. |
The Wulguru Diversion Gravity Sewer and Rising Main construction projects are continuing with a section of works commencing within the orange zone that are expected to take up to three (3) weeks to complete (weather and project conditions permitting). These works will require temporary speed restrictions enforced within the section of University Road for the duration of these works (three weeks) commencing Monday 7 February 2022. |
The resultant aim is to significantly reduce the pressure experienced by the wastewater system during the wet season and cater for the population growth of the southern parts of our city.
Prior to the main construction works commencing there is the requirement to conduct hydro excavations and underground service locating along the aligned pipe installation path with these works commencing Tuesday 5 October 2021.
Newlands advises that due to the nature and size of this project some sections will not commence construction works until 2022. Please refer to the document below regarding anticipated construction times (please note that these times are an estimate and are subject to change due to weather and other project delays).
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