4 NOVEMBER, 2022 - 21 ROADS TO BE RESEALED ACROSS THE CASSOWARY COAST

Cassowary Coast Regional Council is resealing 21 roads across the region, thanks to more than $998, 000 invested by Council as part of the Regional Reseal Program 2022/23.

Deputy Mayor and Asset Sustainability Portfolio Holder Barry Barnes said Council is committed to investing in the maintenance of our Local Roads and delivering on key projects within the 2022/23 program.

“As part of Stage One of the Community Voice Action Plan, it has been Council’s goal to reseal 15 kilometres of our road network across the region in the first half of this financial year.

“Thanks to good weather, Contractors have been able to reseal 15 out of the 21 roads highlighted, with the remaining roads scheduled for completion in mid-November.

“Council Asset Inspectors undertake regular inspections of Council’s sealed and unsealed road network and based on the condition of the road, determine the reseal priorities for the year ahead.

“Council undertakes resealing to improve the waterproof barrier, reduce the risk of pavement failure and improve the surface texture (skid resistance) enhancing safety.

“Being proactive in this program ensures the sealed road network remains in a good state and extends the life of the existing road pavement,” said Councillor Barnes.

Already, Council has resealed the nominated sections of roads including Acacia Close, Amanda Crescent, Thurles Street, Plumb Street, Tully Gorge Road, Monash Street, Chauvel Street, Carmel Street, Bartle Street, Benwell Street, Oak Street, Beech Street, Batchelor Street, Bella Vista Avenue, and Ash Street.

The sections of roads which are scheduled for completion in mid-November, weather permitting, include New Harbourline Road, Etty Bay Road, Lawrence Road, Couche Street, Eslick Street and Eubenangee Road.

For further information contact Council at 1300 763 903 or email enquiries@cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au.