Construction is underway on the Caloundra Transport Corridor Upgrade – the first major project under the Queensland Government’s Caloundra Congestion Busting Plan, designed to ease congestion on Caloundra Road.
The project will provide an alternative route into the CBD, with works starting this week on both the Omrah Avenue to Arthur Street section and the Nicklin Way and Third Avenue extension.
The Government is also progressing design – and Federal environmental approvals – for a major upgrade of the Caloundra Road, Kawana Way Link Road and Bells Creek Arterial Road intersection.
Jointly funded by the State Government and Sunshine Coast Council, the project represents a major investment in Caloundra’s transport network and supports the region’s growing population and future transport needs, said Premier David Crisafulli.
“We are delivering a plan to futureproof Caloundra Road for the growing Caloundra community,” Premier Crisafulli said.
“This is the infrastructure needed to ease congestion now and into the future, getting you home sooner and safer.
“The former Government let Caloundra turn into a carpark – traffic has increased 30 per cent in the last two decades, while they sat on their hands.
“We are getting on with delivering the roads and infrastructure to support Caloundra, just as we promised.”
Sunshine Coast Mayor, Rosanna Natoli said the project would provide lasting benefits for the community while supporting local jobs.
“This is a significant moment for Caloundra and for anyone who travels here because it provides a brand new transport connection which will help meet the needs of our growing community for many years to come,” Mayor Natoli said.
“It’s fantastic to see a project of this scale not only improving our roads but also supporting around 360 jobs during delivery. That’s a win for local families, local businesses and the wider Caloundra economy.
“It’s about building a transport network that keeps people moving safely and efficiently, supporting Council’s vision for a connected, liveable and thriving Sunshine Coast.
“With thanks to the Queensland Government, we are able to partner to deliver the kind of infrastructure our community has been waiting for, for years.”
Sunshine Coast Council Division 2 Councillor, Terry Landsberg said the project had been a long-standing priority for the Caloundra community.
“The Caloundra community has been advocating for improved transport connections for many years and it’s exciting to see this long-planned project moving into delivery,” Cr Landsberg said.
“For local residents, the benefits will be felt across the network, from reduced pressure on key intersections to better access into the CBD and coastal suburbs.”
