Burdekin Shire Council has officially opened the upgraded Butler Road Floodway, delivering safer and more reliable access for local residents, farmers, and road users.
The new floodway replaces the former structure, which was badly damaged during past flood events. Council says the design will improve water flow management, enhance road safety, and ensure essential access during periods of heavy rain.
Mayor Pierina Dalle Cort said the project was a significant investment in rural road infrastructure.
“This project delivers real benefits to the community by improving road safety, reducing maintenance needs, and supporting our rural industries with more reliable access,” Cr Dalle Cort said.
Minister for Disaster Recovery Ann Leahy said the upgrade reflected the Crisafulli Government’s approach to disaster recovery.
“This project delivers meaningful, tangible results for our community, and it’s a shining example of how all levels of government can work to deliver effective disaster recovery,” Ms Leahy said.
The project was jointly funded by the Australian and Queensland Governments through the Commonwealth-State Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA).
Burdekin Shire Council thanked the community for their patience during construction and said the upgrade forms part of its broader commitment to maintaining and improving rural road networks across the region.
The new floodway replaces the former structure, which was badly damaged during past flood events. Photo source: Burdekin Shire Council
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