- Three Betterment infrastructure projects are set to improve water flow and flood resilience in the Central Queensland community of Clermont.
- Works include drainage improvements to Tom Eite Bridge, a new floodway for Capricorn Street, and an upgraded floodway on Clermont Connection Road.
- This is part of the 2025-26 Betterment Program, funded under the Commonwealth-state Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA).
Disaster resilience in Clermont will be strengthened by three new Betterment infrastructure projects funded by the Albanese and Crisafulli Governments.
Planned works include drainage upgrades to the approaches of Tom Eite Bridge over Wolfang Creek, construction of a concrete floodway and road stabilisation along Capricorn Street in Clermont, and upgrading to a concrete floodway on Clermont Connection Road.
These projects form part of an $89.91 million Betterment package under the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA) in response to the 2025-26 Queensland Monsoon Trough, Cyclone Koji, Cyclone Narelle and Severe Weather event.
Clermont and the wider Isaac region experienced significant flooding during ex-Tropical Cyclone Koji earlier this year, resulting in widespread damage to the region's road network.
These three Betterment projects aim to reduce the impact of heavy rains on the Clermont community and ensure more reliable road access in times of disaster.
Federal Minister for Emergency Management Kristy McBain said the flood protection improvements would provide long-term benefits for the people of Clermont.
"These projects will result in safer, more reliable access for local residents, businesses, industry, and services," Minister McBain said.
"They'll also prove to be a driver for the region's economy, allowing the local mining and agriculture sectors to maintain production and supply."
Queensland Minister for Disaster Recovery Ann Leahy said investing in resilient infrastructure for Regional Queensland remained a priority for the Crisafulli Government.
"These Betterment projects will help protect Clermont's critical road connections and keep regional communities connected during severe weather and flood events," Minister Leahy said.
"As Queensland recovers from this year's disaster season, the Crisafulli Government is focused on rebuilding stronger and investing in practical resilience measures to reduce disaster impacts and strengthen infrastructure for the future."
Isaac Regional Council Mayor Kelly Vea Vea said the targeted local resilience investment was welcome.
"We know firsthand the impact flooding had on Clermont earlier this year, from disrupted access and supply issues through to the uncertainty it created for local residents and businesses," Mayor Vea Vea said.
"These upgrades will help improve flood protection around key access routes for a community that plays such an important role in Queensland's agriculture, freight and resource sectors."
