Stump up the money, says Mayor

Waraba, formerly known as Caboolture West, has been officially declared Queensland’s newest Priority Development Area (PDA).

The announcement was made by the State Government and ensures City of Moreton Bay will retain authority for development assessment.

“We’re planning a new city of 30,000 dwellings and an expected population of 70,000 people so it is important we get this right,” Mayor Flannery said.

“We’re calling on a commitment from the State Government to stump up the funding and hurry up with critical infrastructure, so this future community can reach its full potential.

“We want to ensure the development of Waraba, and growth of City of Moreton Bay, does not come at a cost to current residents or the environment.

“We will continue to put an emphasis on the need for robust planning and advocate for critical infrastructure upgrades.”

The Mayor said “the PDA declaration is a huge step forward” but “funding is required to future proof our infrastructure networks”.

“I have sought, in conjunction with the declaration of the PDA, a commitment from the Queensland Government to bring forward actions that will advance the time frames for the delivery of critical infrastructure.

“We need funding for the Bruce Highway Western Alternative and a commitment to a date to commence construction.

“The upgrading of Buchanan Rd to take the pressure off our already busy local road network is also essential.

“While $7 million from the State Government is welcome for initial design, all levels of Government must come to the table to fund this road.

“We are ready and able to work proactively with other levels of Government on these critical infrastructure requirements.”