Toowoomba Regional Council (TRC) has started a culvert repair project on Burkes Road at Gowrie Junction with works being delivered by Council's Construction and Maintenance (Central) crew under a full road closure.
The works are part of Council's ongoing commitment to repairing road infrastructure following the significant flooding events that affected the Region in early 2024.
TRC Construction and Maintenance (Infrastructure Services) portfolio spokesperson Councillor Carol Taylor said the project had involved extensive community engagement due to the road's importance as a thoroughfare to Highfields, Meringandan and Kingsthorpe, and its role in supporting multiple school bus routes.
"We've worked closely with a wide range of stakeholders throughout the planning stages of this project" Cr Taylor said.
"Burkes Road is a key connector between northern townships for many families and students.
"We're grateful for the community's cooperation in supporting the detour route, particularly during school times."
This culvert project is jointly funded by the Australian and Queensland Governments through the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA), reflecting a shared commitment to repairing flood damaged infrastructure across the Toowoomba region.
Queensland Senator Corinne Mulholland said the Albanese Government is proud to support Toowoomba Regional Council's ongoing flood recovery efforts through the jointly funded DRFA.
"Repairing the Burkes Road culvert is an essential step in restoring vital local infrastructure damaged by flooding and improving the network's resilience to future disasters," Senator Mulholland said.
"Through this investment, we're helping Toowoomba to not only recover from the impacts of past floods but also better prepare for the increasing frequency of the types of extreme weather events we know are on the horizon."
Member for Condamine the Hon Pat Weir MP said the project was vital to building stronger, more resilient communities.
"Supporting councils to deliver vital infrastructure to ensure disaster preparedness is at the heart of the Crisafulli Government's commitment to Queenslanders," Mr Weir said.
"Queenslanders know we have their backs in times of disaster, and projects like this prove our dedication to not just responding to disasters but being well-prepared for them."
Weather permitting, works are expected to continue until December 2025.
