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Deputy PM Barnaby Joyce<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

September 13, 2021<\/strong><\/p>\n

A one-kilometre section of the Brisbane Valley Highway through the heart of Esk is getting a $5.5 million upgrade.<\/p>\n

The work is being jointly funded by the State and Federal governments.<\/p>\n

The strip of road to be upgraded is between Gatton-Esk Road (Middle Street) and Richard and Barbour streets.<\/p>\n

\u201cUpgrading the main street in Esk will ensure locals, freight operators and tourists enjoy a smoother, safer drive along this section of highway,\u201d Deputy Prime Minister Barnaby Joyce said.<\/p>\n

\u201cNot only will our investment deliver lasting infrastructure, it will also support local jobs and businesses during the construction phase, bringing an economic boost to the town.”<\/p>\n

Queensland Assistant Regional Roads Minister Bruce Saunders said the project contract had been awarded to Boral Pty Ltd and crews were gearing up to start work.<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cMore than 5000 motorists who travel this section of the highway each day will benefit from smoother, safer driving conditions,” Mr Saunders said.<\/p>\n

\u201cAs part of the project, the Brough Bridge deck over Sandy Creek will be resurfaced and improvements made to the Middle Street intersection, with the installation of a dedicated right-turn lane.\u201d<\/p>\n

The Federal Government has committed $4.4 million and the State Government $1.1 million to the project.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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