Major Drainage Project Commencing in Cullinane

Council is commencing a major renewal project to replace part of the drainage system located in and near Callendar Park, Cullinane and several nearby streets including a section of Ernest Street and Fitzgerald Esplanade.

Council’s Asset Sustainability portfolio holder Councillor Barry Barnes said under the streets of our towns lie water pipes of varying ages and materials. Over several years, Council has been undertaking projects across the region to replace and upgrade ageing infrastructure and improve drainage.

The $2.4 million project will replace approximately 100 metres of ageing box culverts. The new drainage infrastructure is expected to give about 80 additional years of service and will reduce ongoing maintenance costs.  

Councillor Barnes said that works are planned to commence in mid-May to maximise the chance of favourable weather conditions. To minimise impacts to nearby residents, visitors and Callendar Park patrons, works have been planned in stages with preliminary works starting in mid-May. Due to the nature of the works being undertaken, a road closure will be in place from late May to a section of Fitzgerald Esplanade (Near the Graham Academy of Dance) and detours will be in place via Campbell Street or Emily Street. 

Works are expected to take about six months, subject to weather and site conditions. Council is committed to providing project updates throughout construction. Interested stakeholders are encouraged to visit yoursay.cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au/drainage-works to register your interest in receiving project updates. A letterbox drop is also planned for residents near Callendar Park closer to construction activities commencing.

Anticipated effects include impacts during works across Fitzgerald Esplanade between Campbell Street and Emily Street. Minor impacts to existing services and increased truck and construction noises throughout the work site should be anticipated.

Temporary works are being undertaken to the stormwater drain located near Park Street. If heavy rainfall is experienced during the temporary works, nearby residents may experience a change in how the stormwater drains.

A site office will be set up in the current building located on the corner of Fitzgerald Esplanade and Campbell Street with excess stockpiles and equipment stored immediately adjacent to the site office on vacant land. In the interest of safety, fencing will be in place.

 The project is fully funded by Cassowary Coast Regional Council.

For more information on the project, please visit yoursay.cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au/drainage-works. Alternatively, please contact Council by emailing enquiries@cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au or via phone at 1300 763 903.