Works & Road Closures List View
Townsville City Council is committed to delivering well-maintained infrastructure and efficient transportation systems, with over $400 million being invested in roads and transport management, open spaces, water, and wastewater management this financial year.
This page contains works and road closures currently underway or planned in a screen reader friendly list. To view the interactive map version, visit Works & Road Closures.
For State Government road works and closures, visit Queensland Government Traffic and Travel Information.
Disclaimer: Information should be used as a guide only. Dates and times relating to the works are estimates and may be impacted by weather and project conditions.
Coastal Management
Foreshores, Rowes Bay and Pallarenda – Coastal Management Works
Date published: Monday 16 June 2025
Work boundaries: Rowes Bay and Pallarenda Foreshores
Estimated start: Monday, 23 June 2025
Expected duration: Six (6) weeks
Normal work hours: 6am to 6pm Monday to Saturday
Council is undertaking coastal management works, which involve reshaping the sand along the foreshore that is most vulnerable to erosion. This work also includes enhanced maintenance for the beach access paths along the foreshore from Rowes Bay to Pallarenda.
This project is part of Council’s ongoing commitment towards environmental management, which has identified the need for coastal management initiatives to address and mitigate the effects of erosion caused by recent weather events.
As part of this project, Council will
- undertake placement of sand to the most vulnerable sections of the foreshore for better stability and to protect assets
- Council staff will oversee and manage any environmental impacts resulting from these operations.
If you are visiting or are travelling through the area, you may experience:
- partial beach closure as indicated overleaf
- construction machinery and vehicle movement
- increased levels of dust, noise, and vibrations.
Project funded by Townsville City Council.
Rowes Bay and Pallarenda foreshore coastal works indicated via the blue section outlined above.
Drainage
Winifred Street, Mundingburra – Stormwater Drainage Upgrade
Date published: Tuesday 29 July 2025
Work boundaries: Winifred Street and Love Lane Intersection, Mundingburra
Estimated start: Tuesday, 5 August 2025
Expected duration: Six (6) weeks
Normal work hours: 6am to 6pm Monday to Saturday.
Council is undertaking flooding and drainage improvement upgrades along Winifred Street, with the first stage taking place at the
intersection of Winifred Street and Love Lane in Mundingburra.
This project is part of Council’s annual road maintenance program, designed to address structural deficiencies and enhance drainage across Council controlled road networks. The aim is to improve safety, reduce maintenance costs, and raise the quality of life for residents.
As part of this project, Council will:
- construct and install underground stormwater pipes at the intersection
- renew identified manhole access pits and construct additional access pits
- renew sections of the associated kerb and channel and replace road pavement impacted by these works.
If you live in or are travelling through the area, you may experience:
- construction machinery and vehicle movement
- increased levels of dust, noise, and vibrations
- temporary traffic changes, including road closures, detours, minor traffic delays and reduced speed limits.
Council advises that due to the nature of these works, a road closure will be in place, with clearly signed detours throughout works.
This project is proudly funded by Townsville City Council.
Environmental Restoration
Abbott Street Saltmarsh, Oonoonba – Environmental Restoration
Date published: Monday 9 June 2025
Work boundaries: Abbott Street Saltmarsh, Oonoonba
Estimated start: Monday, 16 June 2025
Expected duration: Eight (8) weeks
Normal work hours: 6am to 6pm Monday to Saturday
Council is continuing restoration and improvement works within the Abbott Street Saltmarsh, Oonoonba. These efforts aim to mitigate the impact of human activities that compromise the saltmarsh’s ability to function as a healthy ecosystem and a valuable natural
asset within our urban environment.
As part of this commitment and the broader project delivery, Council is installing rock boulders and repairing or installing fencing at
designated access points to prevent unauthorised entry into the saltmarsh.
Works will include:
- implementing vehicle exclusion barriers using natural rock boulders
- repairing and/or installing new rail fencing
If you live in or are travelling through the area, you may experience:
- construction machinery and vehicle movement
- increased levels of dust, noise, vibrations and occasional odour
- stockpiling of rock boulders
- temporary pathway closures, minor traffic delays and red
This project is proudly funded by the Australian Government through the Reef Trust Funding Arrangements and delivered in partnership with Townsville City Council.
Sherriff and Archery Park, Mundingburra – Riverine Site Maintenance
Date published: Monday 2 December 2024
Work boundaries: Sherriff and Archery Park riverbank
Estimated start: Monday 9 December 2024
Expected duration: Current stage: two (2) weeks. Project: until June 2026
Normal work hours: 6am to 6pm, Monday to Saturday
Townsville City Council is undertaking environmental restoration maintenance works along the riverbank to the Ross River within Sherriff and Archery Parks, Mundingburra.
Council began these works in October 2024. We expect maintenance weeding, mulching, and planting to take four months to complete and low-impact maintenance weeding to occur periodically until June 2026.
Council proposes dividing the site into two sections, restricting pedestrian access, and directing pedestrians to an alternative route.
We will close the pedestrian path within each section along the riverbank to suit works progress over the two week period.
Section one is from Sherriff Park to the Mabin Street Park entrance. Section two is from Mabin Street to the midpoint of Archery Park. You can still access the area through the Mabin Street park entrance.
Council will use safety bollards and flagging to mark the work areas and to ensure public safety.
If you live in or are travelling through the area, you may experience:
- construction machinery and vehicle movement
- increased levels of dust, noise, and vibrations
- temporary traffic changes, including lane closures, minor traffic delays and reduced speed limits.
Please note: Work will not be continuous across these months but in four stages.
Assistance provided through the jointly-funded Commonwealth-State Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA).
Event Road Closures
The Strand, Townsville City – VP80 Commemorations - Community Day
Date published: Friday 8 August 2025
Work boundaries: The Strand between Kennedy Street and Howitt Street
Estimated start: 6am Saturday 16 August 2025
Expected duration: 9:30pm Saturday 16 August 2025
Normal work hours: 6am to 9:30pm
The Strand will be closed between Kennedy Street and Howitt Street between 6am to 9:30pm on Saturday 16 August 2025.
Jezzine Barracks Precinct at all entry points from 5am to 5pm on Saturday 16 August 2025.
Vehicles left within the area after the proposed closure will be towed at the owners expense.
- VP80 Commemorations - Road Closure Map (PDF, 5.7 MB)
Sooning Street, Nelly Bay – Sooning Street Bridge Closure
Date published: Tuesday 24 December 2024
Work boundaries: Gustav Creek on Sooning Street
Estimated start: Saturday 21 December 2024
Expected duration: Until further notice
Normal work hours: Closed until further notice
Recent heavy rainfall has damaged culverts under the bridge crossing Gustav Creek on Sooning Street and due to community safety concerns Council has closed the bridge.
A preliminary engineering assessment has been conducted and further investigations are required.
Council endeavours to have this additional inspection, and any necessary repairs completed as quickly as possible.
A detour is currently in place via Kelly St, Barton St and Mandalay Ave as signed to access Nelly Bay.
General
1A Tooth Street, Balgal Beach – Boat Ramp Closure and Repair
Date published: Monday 2 June 2025
Work boundaries: Balgal Beach boat ramp.
Estimated start: Thursday 29 May 2025
Expected duration: The damaged pontoon walkway is expected to be repaired within two weeks & further investigations are required to determine the timeframe for the boat ramp closure.
Normal work hours: 6am to 6pm Monday to Saturday. Some out of hours work in the evening or on a Sunday may be required to progress the repair works more quickly around tide times.
The Balgal Beach boat ramp is now closed for essential repair work to the ramp and pontoon walkway, which were damaged during flooding events earlier this year.
We appreciate your patience while this work is completed – alternative boat ramp locations in the northern beaches area include:
- Toomulla
- Bluewater
- Stoney Creek (Mt Low)
The works will include:
- damaged pontoon walkway will be repaired by Council’s contractors over the next two weeks
- damaged upstream section of the boat ramp will need further inspection and allow for the repair works to be
undertaken.
If you visit or are travelling through the area, you may experience:
- construction machinery and vehicle movement
- increased levels of dust, noise, vibrations and occasional odour
- temporary closure of the boat ramp to allow for essential repair works
For more information about alternative boat ramp facilities please visit the Boating & Fishing page.
Elements of these repair projects will be funded by Council and the Queensland Government.
Stanley Street & Castle Hill Road, Townsville City – Slope Remediation
Date published: Friday 1 August 2025
Work boundaries: Stanley Street cutting and Castle Hill Road, Townsville City
Estimated start: Stanley Street works on 8 August 2025 and Castle Hill Road works at the end of September 2025
Expected duration: Stanley Street works for two (2) months and Castle Hill Road works for one (1) month
Normal work hours: 7am to 5pm Monday to Friday
Following recent pre-wet and post-wet season inspections of Townsville inner city slope stability, Townsville City Council plans to undertake rockfall protection and slope stabilisation remedial works along the Stanley Street cutting and Castle Hill Road.
This project is part of Council's ongoing management of the heritage reserve and an outcome of our Castle Hill Reserve Emergency Management Plan (CHREMP).
The CHREMP describes the processes and controls designed to ensure Council's compliance with its statutory obligations and to mitigate the risk of identified hazards to people, property, and the natural environment.
Council is preparing to commence works on Stanley Street on Friday 8 August 2025. This will involve closure of the road at the Stanley Street cutting.
The Castle Hill Road works are expected to commence at the end of September 2025
As part of these works, Council will:
- remove unstable portions of the slope
- shape the remaining slope to a consistent grade
- install rock dowels, soil nails and rockfall mesh
- apply shotcrete as required.
If you live in or are travelling through the area, you may experience:
- construction machinery and vehicle movement
- increased levels of dust, noise, and vibrations
- temporary traffic changes, including lane and road closures, minor traffic delays and reduced speed limits.
We will continue to update the community as the planning of these works progress.
This project is funded by Townsville City Council.
Nelly Bay Road, Nelly Bay – Surveying Works for Guardrail Design
Date published: Thursday 14 August 2025
Work boundaries: Along Nelly Bay Road as part of the Guardrail Design Project.
Estimated start: Wednesday 20 August 2025
Expected duration: Three (3) days
Normal work hours: 6am to 6pm Monday to Saturday
Council will be undertaking surveying works along Nelly Bay Road as part of the Guardrail Design Project.
This project is part of Council’s annual Guardrail Renewal program, which ensures that guardrails remain fit for purpose and compliant with relevant standards, with the aim of enhancing safety for all road users.
As part of this project, Council will:
- conduct surveying works along Nelly Bay Road, specifically between 51 Nelly Bay Road (Nomads Magnetic Island) and the entrance to Apex Camps Magnetic Island on Birt Street.
If you live near or are travelling through the area, you may experience:
- surveyor’s working on the road
- temporary traffic changes, including lane closures, minor traffic delays and reduced speed limits.
Project funded by Townsville City Council and is being delivered by the local contractor, AECOM.
Railway Estate, Condon, Burdell – Wastewater Pump Station Renewal Program
Date published: Tuesday 24 June 2025
Work boundaries: Seventh Street, Railway Estate, Bowhunters Road, Condon, Kayleen Court, Burdell
Estimated start: Monday 30 June 2025
Expected duration: Twelve (12) months
Normal work hours: From Monday to Friday 6am to 6pm
Townsville City Council plans to renew the pipework, liners, and associated infrastructure of three wastewater pump stations in Condon, Burdell, and Railway Estate.
This program of works will extend the service life of the existing infrastructure and enhance the reliability and efficiency of the city's wastewater network.
We anticipate work at each site to take three (3) to four (4) months to complete:
- Seventh Street – three (3) months
- Bowhunters Road – three (3) months
- Kayleen Court – four (4) months.
As part of these works, Council will:
- supply and install replacement sewerage pipework and concrete structures
- rehabilitate sewer infrastructure
- restore any disturbed area upon completion of the work.
If you live in or are travelling through the area, you may experience:
- construction machinery and vehicle movement within the compounds of the sewer Pump Station.
- increased levels of dust, noise, and vibrations.
These activities will occur within property boundaries and will not require traffic management or lane closures.
Proudly funded by the Queensland Government’s Works for Queensland program.
Ross River Dam, Kelso – Engineering Renewal Works
Date published: Friday 6 June 2025
Work boundaries: Ross River Dam, Kelso
Estimated start: Monday 16 June 2025
Expected duration: Three (3) months
Normal work hours: 6am to 6pm Monday to Saturday
Council is undertaking engineering renewal works including associated infrastructure maintenance on the Ross River Dam spillway gates, in Kelso.
This project is part of Council’s annual infrastructure maintenance program, which aims to maintain our Council controlled assets including water networks to ensure the community’s needs are adequately met and continue to support the growth of our region.
As part of this project, Council will:
- remove and replace the hydraulic rams that control the dam’s spillway gates
- undertake a detailed assessment of the gates and associated infrastructure and carry out remediation work to ensure the dam remains safe and operates optimally.
If you visit or are travelling through the area, you may experience:
- elevated work platform in operation, construction machinery and vehicle movement
- increased levels of dust, noise, and vibrations
- public access to a portion of the dam, including the stairs leading to the spillway, will be temporarily restricted.
Locations throughout West End, South Townsville, Railway Estate, Oonoonba, and Idalia., Various – Sewer Maintenance Hole and Wastewater Pipeline Renewal
Date published: Thursday 15 May 2025
Work boundaries: Locations throughout West End, South Townsville, Railway Estate, Oonoonba, and Idalia.
Estimated start: Tuesday 19 May 2025
Expected duration: Six (6) months
Normal work hours: 6am to 6pm Monday to Saturday
Townsville City Council plans to undertake renewal works for sewer maintenance holes in your area.
This project will extend the service life of existing infrastructure and enhance the reliability and efficiency of the city's wastewater network.
Council has appointed Interflow Pty Ltd to carry out this project on our behalf.
To proceed with these works, Council may require access to clean the sewer maintenance hole and the associated wastewater pipeline within and adjacent to your property boundary.
As part of these works, Council will:
- clean sewer maintenance holes and wastewater pipes within your property boundary
- rehabilitate sewer infrastructure
- restore any disturbed area upon completion of the work.
If you live in or are travelling through the area, you may experience:
- construction machinery and vehicle movement
- increased levels of dust, noise, and vibrations
- temporary traffic changes, including lane and road closures, detours, minor traffic delays and reduced speed limits.
Please close your toilet lid and place weights on top as we are undertaking high-pressure cleaning of your wastewater pipeline.
Yule Street, Picnic Bay – Picnic Bay Reservoir Roof Replacement
Date published: Wednesday 26 February 2025
Work boundaries: Yule Street Park, Picnic Bay
Estimated start: Thursday 6 March 2025
Expected duration: Six (6) months
Normal work hours: 6am to 6pm Monday to Saturday
Council is replacing the roof of the Picnic Bay Reservoir, which provides potable water for Picnic Bay and parts of Magnetic Island.
To install the new roof, a crane will be used, and Ergon will temporarily disconnect nearby power lines for safety. The few affected properties will be notified in advance of any power outages or disruptions.
Local contractor A. Gabrielli Constructions is undertaking the work on behalf of the Council.
Works will include:
- removal of existing reservoir roof
- construction of new roof and associated framing, structure, and linings
- installation of ventilators, access ladders, and an access platform
- the disconnection of power lines, causing two power outages on separate days, two weeks apart, affecting only a small number of local properties.
- the first single-day shutdown will be on Tuesday 11 March 2025
- the second single-day shutdown will be on Tuesday 3 April 2025
- Ergon will be notifying the properties that will be affected.
If you live in or are travelling through the area, you may experience:
- construction machinery and vehicle movement
- noise and odour, especially during power outages, caused by diesel generators
- increased levels of dust, noise, and vibrations
- power loss for a small number of properties twice, two weeks apart.
Hazard Reduction Burns
Townsville, Townsville City – Hazard Reduction Burns – May to October 2025
Date published: Friday 25 July 2025
Work boundaries: Townsville Local Government Area
Estimated start: 29 May 2025
Expected duration: Six (6) months
Council undertakes hazard reduction burns throughout the dry season each year as part of Council’s Bushfire Management Plan, to prevent the spread of bushfire and protect lives, property and infrastructure. These controlled burns reduce the build-up of flammable fuel loads such as leaf litter, grasses and shrubs.
A series of hazard reduction burns will take place across the city between May and October, as outlined below. Please note that all burns are subject to weather conditions.
Details | Proposed Burn Date | Location |
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Roseneath – Mount Stuart Road | Postponed due to unfavourable weather conditions. | ![]() View full-sized image |
Mount Louisa – St Albans Road |
19 June 2025 (expected to take two (2) days to complete) | ![]() View full-sized image |
Castle Hill – Iron Bark – Dianella Track |
24 June 2025 (expected to take two (2) days to complete) | ![]() View full-sized image |
Abbott Street Saltmarsh, Oonoonba | 25 June 2025 (expected to take one (1) day to complete) | View full-sized image |
Castle Hill – Water Tank |
1 July 2025 (expected to take two (2) days to complete) | ![]() View full-sized image |
Page Road Reserve, Black River | 29 July 2025 | ![]() View full-sized image |
Mount Louisa Walking Track |
31 July 2025 (expected to take two (2) days to complete) | ![]() View full-sized image |
Upper Sleeper Log Creek – Bluewater Park | 12 August 2025 | ![]() View full-sized image |
Town Common, Mt St John | Late August / September | TBA |
Magnetic Island Burns | DTBC | TBA |
Kerb and Channel
Ramsay Street, Garbutt – Kerb and Channel Renewal Works
Date published: Tuesday 22 July 2025
Work boundaries: Ramsay Street between Chandler Street and Clarke Street, in Garbutt.
Estimated start: Monday, 28 July 2025
Expected duration: Six (6) weeks
Normal work hours: 6am to 6pm Monday to Saturday
Council is undertaking kerb and channel renewal works, along with associated road pavement upgrades, on Ramsay Street between Chandler Street and Clarke Street, in Garbutt.
This project is part of our annual kerb and channel renewal program, which aims to address structural deficiencies and improve overall drainage in our Council controlled road network to enhance safety, reduce maintenance costs and improve the quality of life for residents.
What will the works include?
- remove and replace the kerb and channel along the even-numbered side of Ramsay Street, as indicated on the project consultation graphic below.
- remove and replace identified property driveway crossovers as indicated
- replacement of the removed road pavement with new asphalt.
If you live in or are travelling through the area, you may experience:
- construction machinery and vehicle movement
- increased levels of dust, noise, and vibrations
- temporary disruption of vehicle access to properties
- temporary traffic changes, including lane closures, minor traffic delays and reduced speed limits.
This project is funded by Townsville City Council.
Parks and Playgrounds
Rossiter Park, Aitkenvale – Riverbank Stabilisation Restoration
Date published: Monday 26 May 2025
Work boundaries: Rossiter Park, Aitkenvale
Estimated start: Monday, 2 June 2025
Expected duration: Two (2) months
Normal work hours: 6am to 6pm Monday to Saturday
Council is undertaking erosion remediation and environmental restoration work along the riverbank sections at Rossiter Park in
Aitkenvale.
This project is part of Council’s ongoing commitment towards environmental management, which has identified the need
for restoration works to mitigate the effects of erosion and enhance the riverbank’s resilience.
Works will include:
- weeding, mulching and minor reshaping of eroded riverbanks to reflect natural waterway design principles
- extensive native tree plantings along the riverbank to deliver bank stability
- Council staff will oversee and manage any environmental impacts resulting from these operations.
If you live in or are travelling through the area, you may experience:
- construction machinery and vehicle movement
- increased levels of dust, noise, vibrations and occasional odour
- temporary pathway closures, minor traffic delays and reduced speed limits.
This project is proudly funded through the Reef Guardian Councils program and delivered in partnership with Reef Assist Partners and Townsville City Council.
Pathway Works
Gregory, Mitchell and Eyre Streets, North Ward – Pathway Upgrade
Date published: Friday 1 August 2025
Work boundaries: Gregory, Mitchell and Eyre Streets
Estimated start: Monday 04 August 2025
Expected duration: Six (6) weeks
Normal work hours: From 6am to 6pm (regular), 6pm to 6am (night).
UPDATE (01st August 2025)
Pathway upgrade works fronting Tide Café, Hartley Partners, and the Osk Bar on Gregory Street (west side) are nearing completion.
Acid washing, sealing of the path and replacement of fixtures will commence from Monday 4 August 2025.
Water main set up and cut in replacement works on Eyre Street and Gregory Street (east side) will commence from Monday 4 August 2025.
Additionally, a further water disruption will occur on Wednesday 6 August 2025, from 11pm to 5am. These activities will affect Domino's, McDonald's and Grandma's along Eyre Street, as well as the Northward Shopping Precinct, including Coles.
Pathway upgrade works along Eyre Street are anticipated to commence on Monday 18 August 2025 and will take approximately 4 weeks to complete.
As part of the pathway works Council will:
- remove existing pavers
- excavate and prepare paths
- set-up form work for concrete pours
- pour concrete.
Water works will include:
- temporarily shutting off the water supply
- isolating the water main and undertaking cut- ins
- reinstating the water service.
When Council restores the water supply, it may initially appear discoloured. To address this, run taps until the discolouration disappears.
Furthermore, we recommend turning off automatic machines that utilise water in their operation during this time.
If you live in or are travelling through the area, you may experience:
- construction machinery and vehicle movement
- increased levels of dust, noise, and vibrations
- temporary traffic changes, including lane closures, minor traffic delays and reduced speed limits
- temporary loss of on-street parking and disruption to the outdoor dining areas.
Proudly funded by the Queensland Government’s Works for Queensland program in association with Townsville City Council.
Ogden Street, Townsville City – Bus Hub Maintenance Works
Date published: Friday 18 July 2025
Work boundaries: Ogden Street Bus Hub
Estimated start: Monday 28 July 2025
Expected duration: Two (2) weeks
Normal work hours: 6am to 6pm Monday to Saturday
Council is undertaking garden bed removal and associated maintenance works along the pathway adjacent to the seating area within the Ogden Street Bus Hub, Townsville City.
These works are part of Council’s Capital Project program, which ensures that Council controlled roads and access networks remain well maintained, meet the community’s connectivity needs, and support the ongoing growth of our region.
As part of this project, Council will:
- remove identified garden beds and replace them with concrete that matches the existing pathway connector
- undertake landscaping works on the remaining garden beds to ensure that the foliage does not encroach upon the road corridor or pathway with the road corridor and pathway.
If you live near or are travelling through the area, you may experience:
- construction machinery and vehicle movement
- increased levels of dust, noise, vibrations
- temporary short-term closure of directly impacted bus stops
- the relocation of bus stops within the Bus Hub that are directly affected, to ensure community safety.
Project is funded by Townsville City Council.
Roadworks
Bayswater Road, Hyde Park – Roadworks
Date published: Wednesday 30 July 2025
Work boundaries: Along Bayswater Road between Kings Road and Sussex Street, Hyde Park.
Estimated start: Tuesday, 5 August 2025
Expected duration: Four (4) days
Normal work hours: 6pm to 6am Monday to Sunday.
Council is completing roadworks along Bayswater Road between Kings Road and Sussex Street, Hyde Park.
This project is part of Council’s annual Roadworks program, which aims to maintain our Council controlled road network to ensure the community’s transportation needs are adequately met and continue to support the growth of our region.
As part of this project, Council will:
- remove and replace sections of road pavement with new asphalt.
If you work in or are travelling through the area, you may experience:
- construction machinery and vehicle movement
- increased levels of dust, noise, and vibrations
- temporary traffic changes, including lane closures, minor traffic delays and reduced speed limits
Project proudly funded by the Queensland Government through the Transport Infrastructure Development Scheme program
and delivered in partnership with Townsville City Council.
14 Forestry Road, Bluewater – Roadworks
Date published: Tuesday 12 August 2025
Work boundaries: Unsealed carpark at the Bluewater Community Centre, adjacent to Forestry Road in Bluewater.
Estimated start: Tuesday 19 August 2025
Expected duration: Four (4) weeks
Normal work hours: 6am to 6pm Monday to Saturday
Council is undertaking roadworks within the unsealed carpark at the Bluewater Community Centre, adjacent to Forestry Road in Bluewater.
These works are part of Council’s Capital Project program, which ensures that Council controlled roads and access networks remain well maintained, meet the community’s connectivity needs, and support the ongoing growth of our region.
As part of this project, Council will:
- remove the existing unsealed carpark surface and replace it with new asphalt
If you live near or are travelling through the area, you may experience:
- construction machinery and vehicle movement
- increased levels of dust, noise, vibrations
- temporary short-term closure of the carpark, as indicated by the blue shading overleaf.
Project is funded by Townsville City Council.
Cannan Street, South Townsville – Roadworks
Date published: Thursday 7 August 2025
Work boundaries: Within the Cannan Street and Davidson Street intersection in South Townsville.
Estimated start: Wednesday 13 August 2025
Expected duration: Three (3) weeks
Normal work hours: 6am to 6pm Monday to Saturday.
Council is undertaking roadworks within the Cannan Street and Davidson Street intersection in South Townsville.
This project is part of Council’s annual Stormwater Drainage Renewal program, which aims to maintain the underground stormwater network to ensure the community’s drainage needs are adequately met, while continue to protect property and reduce flooding.
As a part of this project, Council will:
- upgrade the stormwater grated channel system located at the intersection
- remove and replace the intersection road pavement with new asphalt
- painting road markings and installation of reflective markers or signage.
If you live in or are travelling through the area, you may experience:
- construction machinery and vehicle movement
- increased levels of dust, noise, and vibrations
- temporary traffic changes, including lane closures, minor traffic delays and reduced speed limits.
Project funded by Townsville City Council.
Charles Street, Heatley – Roadworks
Date published: Friday 8 August 2025
Work boundaries: Roadworks along Charles Street, between 214 and 236 Charles Street, Heatley
Estimated start: Saturday 9 August
Expected duration: One (1) day
Normal work hours: 6am to 6pm Monday to Saturday
Council advises that, due to unforeseen circumstances and construction crew unavailability, roadworks along Charles Street, between 214 and 236 Charles Street, Heatley, scheduled for Saturday 9 August, have now been rescheduled as outlined below.
This project is part of Council’s annual Operational Roadworks program, which aims to maintain our Council controlled road network to ensure the community’s transportation needs are adequately met and continue to support the growth of our region.
As part of this project, Council will:
- remove and replace a small section of the road pavement with new asphalt.
If you live in or are travelling through the area, you may experience:
- construction machinery and vehicle movement
- increased levels of dust, noise, and vibrations
- temporary traffic changes, including lane closures, minor traffic delays and reduced speed limits.
Project funded by Townsville City Council.
Clarence Court, Kirwan – Roadworks
Date published: Friday 15 August 2025
Work boundaries: Clarence Court, Kirwan
Estimated start: Mid-September 2025
Expected duration: Three (3) weeks
Normal work hours: 6am to 6pm Monday to Saturday
Council is planning to deliver roadworks along Clarence Court between Evergreen Drive through to the end of Clarence Court in Kirwan.
This project is part of Council’s annual Operational Roadworks program, which aims to maintain our Council controlled road network to ensure the community’s transportation needs are adequately met and continue to support the growth of our region.
As part of this project, Council will:
- remove and replace the road pavement with new asphalt
- paint road markings and install reflective markers or signage.
If you live in or are travelling through the area, you may experience:
- construction machinery and vehicle movement
- increased levels of dust, noise, and vibrations
- temporary traffic changes, including lane closures, minor traffic delays and reduced speed limits.
Council may request residents to relocate vehicles. Council will notify impacted properties seven days before work begins.
Conferta Court, Kirwan – Roadworks
Date published: Friday 15 August 2025
Work boundaries: Conferta Court, Kirwan
Estimated start: Late-September 2025
Expected duration: Three (3) weeks
Normal work hours: 6am to 6pm Monday to Saturday
Council is planning to deliver roadworks along Conferta Court between Eureka Crescent through to the end of Conferta Court in Kirwan.
This project is part of Council’s annual Operational Roadworks program, which aims to maintain our Council controlled road network to ensure the community’s transportation needs are adequately met and continue to support the growth of our region.
As part of this project, Council will:
- remove and replace the road pavement with new asphalt
- paint road markings and install reflective markers or signage.
If you live in or are travelling through the area, you may experience:
- construction machinery and vehicle movement
- increased levels of dust, noise, and vibrations
- temporary traffic changes, including lane closures, minor traffic delays and reduced speed limits.
Council may request residents to relocate vehicles. Council will notify impacted properties seven days before work begins.
Curtin Place, Douglas – Roadworks
Date published: Tuesday 5 August 2025
Work boundaries: Curtin Place, Douglas
Estimated start: Early-September 2025
Expected duration: Five (5) weeks
Normal work hours: 6am to 6pm Monday to Saturday
Council is planning to deliver roadworks along Curtin Place between number 3 Curtin Place through to the end of Curtin Place in Douglas.
This project is part of Council’s annual Roadworks program, which aims to maintain our Council controlled road network to ensure the community’s transportation needs are adequately met and continue to support the growth of our region.
The works will include:
- remove and replace the road pavement with new asphalt
- painting road markings and installation of reflective markers or signage
If you live in or are travelling through the area, you may experience:
- construction machinery and vehicle movement
- increased levels of dust, noise, and vibrations
- temporary traffic changes, including lane closures, minor traffic delays and reduced speed limits.
- Council may request residents to relocate vehicles
- Council will notify impacted properties seven days before work begins.
This project is funded by Townsville City Council.
Freshwater Drive, Douglas – Pedestrian Refuge
Date published: Friday 25 July 2025
Work boundaries: Freshwater Drive, Douglas
Estimated start: Monday 28 July 2025
Expected duration: Two (2) weeks
Normal work hours: 6am to 6pm Monday to Saturday
Council is undertaking operational road maintenance along Freshwater Drive between Lord Howe Promenade and Estuary Parade in Douglas.
This project is part of Council’s annual Operational Roadworks program, which aims to maintain our Council controlled road network to ensure the community’s transportation needs are adequately met and continue to support the growth of our region.
As part of this project, Council will:
- construct a centre median pedestrian refuge, including associated line markings
- install concrete ramping and footpath connections, matched neatly to existing infrastructure.
If you live in or are travelling through the area, you may experience:
- construction machinery and vehicle movement
- increased levels of dust, noise, and vibrations
- temporary traffic changes, including lane closures, minor traffic delays and reduced speed limits.
Hamilton Street, Townsville City – Roadworks
Date published: Wednesday 2 July 2025
Work boundaries: Hamilton Street between the street boundaries of Walker Street and Melton Terrace, in Townsville City
Estimated start: Wednesday, 9 July 2025
Expected duration: Two (2) months
Normal work hours: 6am to 6pm Monday to Saturday
Council is undertaking roadworks along Hamilton Street between the street boundaries of Walker Street and Melton
Terrace, in Townsville City.
This project is part of our annual Roadworks program, which aims to maintain our Council controlled road network to ensure the
community’s transportation needs are adequately met and continue to support the growth of our region.
The works will include removal and replacement of the:
- kerb and channel along Hamilton Street and Melton Terrace
- identified property driveway crossovers
- footpath with a new concrete pathway.
If you work in or are travelling through the area, you may experience:
- construction machinery and vehicle movement
- increased levels of dust, noise, and vibrations
- temporary traffic changes, including lane closures, minor traffic delays and reduced speed limits
- temporary disruption of vehicle access to properties.
Project funded by Townsville City Council.
Hastings Street, Mount Louisa – Roadworks
Date published: Thursday 31 July 2025
Work boundaries: Hastings Street, Mount Louisa
Estimated start: Monday 4 August 2025
Expected duration: Six (6) days
Normal work hours: 6am to 6pm Monday to Saturday
Townsville City Council plans to undertake roadworks along Hastings Street between Dalrymple Road through to Mount Louisa Drive in Mount Louisa.
This project is part of Council’s annual Roadworks program, which aims to maintain our Council controlled road network to ensure the community’s transportation needs are adequately met and continue to support the growth of our region.
As part of this project, Council will perform:
- Road Surface Restoration: Damaged sections of the road will be reinstated with new asphalt. In areas where the pavement has failed, full reconstruction may be required to ensure long-term durability.
- Line Marking: Line markings will be reinstated in locations where they have been removed during construction.
If you live in or are travelling through the area, you may experience:
- construction machinery and vehicle movement
- increased levels of dust, noise, and vibrations
- temporary traffic changes, including lane closures, minor traffic delays and reduced speed limits.
Council may request residents to relocate vehicles.
Jones Road, Woodstock – Roadworks
Date published: Friday 20 June 2025
Work boundaries: Jones Road, Woodstock between No-Name Road and west of the Ergon Substation with temporary site office corner of Woodstock Ave and Jones Rd
Estimated start: Monday 30 June 2025
Expected duration: Six (6) months
Normal work hours: 6am to 6pm Monday to Saturday
Council will be carrying out work to upgrade the intersection of Jones Road and No Name Road at Woodstock. Delivered by civil contractor BMD Constructions, this is part of enabling infrastructure works for the Lansdown Eco-industrial Precinct.
As a result of this work, the road configuration at this intersection will be permanently changed to allow the safe and efficient operation of traffic into and out of the precinct from Jones Road.
Works will include:
- permanent reprioritisation of traffic travelling westbound along Jones Road turning into No Name Road
- upgrading the existing section of Jones Road between No-Name Road and west of the Ergon Substation
- upgrading drainage to maintain surface water flow
- formalising access to three properties connected to Jones Road
- limited clearing of specific trees on No Name Road to enable fence construction.
If you live in or are travelling through the area, you may experience:
- construction machinery and vehicle movement
- increased levels of dust, noise, and vibrations
- temporary traffic changes, including lane closures, temporary traffic lights, minor traffic delays and reduced speed limits.
This project is jointly funded by the Australian Government and Queensland Government, in association with Townsville City Council.
McIlwraith Street, South Townsville – Roadworks
Date published: Tuesday 5 August 2025
Work boundaries: McIlwraith Street, South Townsville
Estimated start: Late-August 2025
Expected duration: Five (5) weeks
Normal work hours: From 6am to 6pm Monday to Sunday
Council is planning to deliver roadworks along McIlwraith Street between Plume Street and Davidson Street in South Townsville.
This project is part of Council’s annual Roadworks program, which aims to maintain our Council controlled road network to ensure
the community’s transportation needs are adequately met and continue to support the growth of our region.
The works will include:
- pathway, kerb and driveway works; followed by
- removal and replacement of the road surface with new asphalt; followed by
- painting road markings and installation of reflective markers or signage.
If you live in or are travelling through the area, you may experience:
- construction machinery and vehicle movement
- increased levels of dust, noise, and vibrations
- temporary traffic changes, including lane closures, minor traffic delays and reduced speed limits.
- Council may request residents to relocate vehicle
- Council will notify impacted properties seven days before work begins.
This project is proudly funded by the Queensland Government through the Transport Infrastructure Development Scheme program and delivered in partnership with Townsville City Council.
Mount Louisa Drive, Mount Louisa – Roadworks
Date published: Thursday 31 July 2025
Work boundaries: Mount Louisa Drive, Mount Louisa
Estimated start: Monday 4 August 2025
Expected duration: Six (6) days
Normal work hours: 6am to 6pm Monday to Saturday
Townsville City Council plans to undertake roadworks along Mount Louisa Road between Bayswater Road through to Bennett Street in Mount Louisa.
This project is part of Council’s annual Roadworks program, which aims to maintain our Council controlled road network to ensure the community’s transportation needs are adequately met and continue to support the growth of our region.
As part of this project, Council will perform:
- Road Surface Restoration: Damaged sections of the road will be reinstated with new asphalt. In areas where the pavement has failed, full reconstruction may be required to ensure long-term durability.
- Line Marking: Line markings will be reinstated in locations where they have been removed during construction.
If you live in or are travelling through the area, you may experience:
- construction machinery and vehicle movement
- increased levels of dust, noise, and vibrations
- temporary traffic changes, including lane closures, minor traffic delays and reduced speed limits.
Council may request residents to relocate vehicles.
Murray Street, North Ward – Road Maintenance and Utility Service Upgrades
Date published: Thursday 10 July 2025
Work boundaries: Murray Street, between Gregory and Stokes Streets, North Ward.
Estimated start: November 2025
Expected duration: Seven (7) months
Normal work hours: 6am to 6pm Monday to Saturday.
With culvert works now complete, Townsville City Council still plans to undertake roadworks and utility service upgrades along Murray Street, between Gregory and Stokes Streets, North Ward.
However, in the interest of safety, this stage of the project is on pause as Council prioritises slope remediation works along Stanley Street and Castle Hill Road before the next wet season.
Preliminary works will commence from November 2025. Construction crews may not be on-site full-time while we undertake preliminary works.
Roadworks are anticipated to commence from March 2026. Works are expected to take three (3) months to complete, weather permitting.
We will provide you with more information regarding these emergent works soon.
As part of this project, Council will:
- repair and replace the top layer of the road surface to improve its condition and extend its lifespan
- renew and replace existing water and wastewater pipes to improve infrastructure and prevent service disruptions.
If you live in or are travelling through the area, you may experience:
- construction machinery and vehicle movement
- increased levels of dust, noise, and vibrations
- temporary traffic changes, including lane closures, minor traffic delays and reduced speed limits.
This project is proudly funded by the Queensland Government’s Works for Queensland Program.
Rundle Street, Mount Louisa – Roadworks
Date published: Thursday 31 July 2025
Work boundaries: Rundle Street, Mount Louisa
Estimated start: Monday 4 August 2025
Expected duration: Six (6) days
Normal work hours: 6am to 6pm Monday to Saturday
Townsville City Council plans to undertake roadworks along Rundle Street between Hastings Street through to Glasgow Avenue in Mount Louisa.
This project is part of Council’s annual Roadworks program, which aims to maintain our Council controlled road network to ensure the community’s transportation needs are adequately met and continue to support the growth of our region.
As part of this project, Council will perform:
- Road Surface Restoration: Damaged sections of the road will be reinstated with new asphalt. In areas where the pavement has failed, full reconstruction may be required to ensure long-term durability.
- Line Marking: Line markings will be reinstated in locations where they have been removed during construction.
If you live in or are travelling through the area, you may experience:
- construction machinery and vehicle movement
- increased levels of dust, noise, and vibrations
- temporary traffic changes, including lane closures, minor traffic delays and reduced speed limits.
Council may request residents to relocate vehicles.
Waterview Drive and Seagull Street, Bushland Beach – Roadworks
Date published: Tuesday 5 August 2025
Work boundaries: Waterview Drive and Seagull Street, Bushland Beach
Estimated start: Monday 25 August 2025
Expected duration: Three (3) weeks
Normal work hours: 6am to 6pm Monday to Saturday
Council is undertaking roadworks along Waterview Drive and adjoining half of Seagull Streets between Pacific Avenue and the end of Waterview Drive at Bushland Beach.
This project is part of Council’s annual Roadworks program, which aims to maintain our Council controlled road network to ensure the community’s transportation needs are adequately met and continue to support the growth of our region.
The works will include:
- removal and replace the road pavement with new asphalt
- painting road markings and installation of reflective markers or signage.
If you live in or are travelling through the area, you may experience:
- construction machinery and vehicle movement
- increased levels of dust, noise, and vibrations
- temporary traffic changes, including lane closures, minor traffic delays and reduced speed limits.
Road resurfacing will be completed first, followed by a brief pause before line marking begins. Construction crews will not always be on-site.
This project is proudly funded by the Australian Governments Road to Recovery program and delivered in partnership with Council.
Wilson Street Access Road, West End – Roadworks
Date published: Friday 15 August 2025
Work boundaries: Wilson Street Access Road, West End
Estimated start: Wednesday 20 August 2025
Expected duration: One (1) week
Normal work hours: 6am to 6pm Monday to Saturday.
Townsville City Council plans to undertake roadworks along Wilson Street Access Road between Wilson Street through to the cul-de-sac end of the access road, West End.
This project is part of Council’s annual Roadworks program, which aims to maintain our Council controlled road network to ensure the community’s transportation needs are adequately met and continue to support the growth of our region.
As part of this project, damaged sections of the road will be reinstated with concrete. In areas where the pavement has failed, full reconstruction may be required to ensure long-term durability.
If you live in or are travelling through the area, you may experience:
- construction machinery and vehicle movement
- increased levels of dust, noise, and vibrations
- temporary traffic changes, including lane closures, minor traffic delays and reduced speed limits.
Council may request residents to relocate vehicles.
This project is proudly funded Townsville City Council.
Trees
All Roads and Pathways, Magnetic Island – Tree Maintenance
Date published: Friday 18 July 2025
Work boundaries: Magnetic Island
Estimated start: Monday 28 July 2025
Expected duration: Four (4) weeks
Normal work hours: 6am to 6pm Monday to Saturday
Council’s Principal Arborist recently conducted an inspection of all trees located along the road and pathway corridors throughout Magnetic Island.
Maintenance work will be carried out on all designated trees. This includes the removal of identified branches and associated foliage to prevent obstruction of streetlights or hazards to roadways and pedestrian walkways.
Works will include removal of the tree branches and mulching. Council arborists will oversee complete landscape maintenance to ensure the health and growth of the trees, preventing further damage to infrastructure and community safety.
If you live in or are travelling through the area, you may experience:
- construction machinery and vehicle movement
- increased levels of dust, noise, and vibrations
- temporary traffic changes, including lane closures, minor traffic delays and reduced speed limits.
Recently Completed
Location | Works | Description |
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Heatleys Parade, Belgian Gardens | Roadworks | Roadworks completed. |
University Road, between Southern Cross Catholic College and Lavarack Barracks, Annandale | Water Main Works | Completed water main works. |
Riverway Drive and Ponti Road Intersection, Kelso | Water Main Replacement Works | Completed water main replacement. |
Liberty Drive, Mount Louisa | Water Main Isolation Test | Completed water main isolation test. |
Morehead, Mcilwraith, Plume Streets, South Townsville | Roadworks | Roadworks completed. |
Banfield Drive, Mount Louisa | Roadworks | Completed roadworks. |
Ring Road, Lavarack Barracks, Deeragun | Fencing Maintenance Works | Ring Road cleaned. |
Flinders Street, Townsville City | VP80 Commemorations - War is Over Speech Re-Enactment | Road closure for VP80 Commemorations – War is Over speech re-enactment. |
Mandalay Avenue, Hurst Street, Yates Street, Compass Crescent and Nelly Bay Road, Nelly Bay | Roadworks | Roadworks completed |
Queens Gardens, Gregory Street, North Ward | Tree Removal | Completed tree removal |
Carrington Street, Garbutt | Roadworks | Completed roadworks. |
MacArthur Park, Annandale | Swing Renewal Works | Installation of new swing set completed |
Howlett Street, Currajong | Roadworks | Roadworks |
Petersen Creek, Arcadia | Maintenance Works | Maintenance works completed |
Pedestrian Bridge, Alma Bay | Site Remediation | Cleared debris from site. |
Yarrawonga Drive, Castle Hill | Retaining Wall Stabilisation | Retaining Wall Stabilisation |
Summerfield Street, Hermit Park | Kerb and Channel Renewal Works | Completed Kerb and Channel Renewal Works. |
Gilbert Crescent, Castle Hill | Roadworks | Roadworks completed |
West Point Road, Picnic Bay | Roadworks | Roadworks completed |
Currawong Street, Condon | Drainage Retaining Wall Renewal Works | Drainage Retaining Wall Renewal Works |