$14m upgrades for key road

Work will start within weeks on a $14 million upgrade to Anzac Ave in Kallangur and three Bruce Highway entry and exit ramps.

The project is along 3kms from School Rd to west of North Lakes Drive – a stretch used by 48,000 motorists a day.

It will also see the bridge over the Bruce Highway resurfaced and pavement upgrades on the highway’s northbound entry and exit ramps and southbound ramp at exit 133.

Key works include:

• removing and replacing the existing asphalt surface and underlying pavement layers

• reinstating pavement and surfacing layers

• line marking, including changes to improve bike rider safety.

Work is expected to be completed in five months, weather and construction conditions permitting.

Construction will be from 6pm–6am, Sunday to Thursday, with occasional weekends as required.

The Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) will contact affected residents and businesses before construction to minimise disruption.

“Rehabilitating key arterial roads like Anzac Ave is essential for extending the life of the road and ensuring a safer journey for road users,” TMR Acting Regional Director, North Coast Region, Melanie Dei Rossi said.

“Every effort will be made to minimise disruptions and noise during construction, but we acknowledge there will be temporary inconveniences for residents and businesses.

“We thank the community for their patience and cooperation as we complete these important works.”