December 11, 2012
Construction has started on building a new overtaking lane on the D’Aguilar Highway between Nanango and Kingaroy.
The lane will be about 13km north-west of Nanango, near Lucas Road.
Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington said the $1.2 million project would provide an opportunity for motorists to safely pass on this section of the highway.
“The project is the starting phase of my election commitments to build passing lanes on our busy road networks. It involves widening the existing highway and culverts to build a one kilometre 3.5m-wide passing lane,” Mrs Frecklington said.
Mrs Frecklington said there would be a reduced speed limit in place while the works were carried out to ensure the safety of motorists and road workers.
“As these works get underway, I ask for the community’s patience, and urge motorists to drive to the changed conditions and obey all signage and instructions from traffic controllers,” she said.
“I thank all road users for their co-operation and patience while these important works are underway.”
South Burnett Regional Council will undertake the works on behalf of Transport and Main Roads. The work is expected to be completed by mid-2013, weather permitting.
