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Deputy Premier Jarrod Bleijie<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

June 5, 2025<\/strong><\/p>\n

The State Government has approved the start of early works on the Paradise Dam wall reconstruction project.<\/p>\n

These works will include construction of a temporary accommodation village, two concrete batch plants and the establishment of support facilities.<\/p>\n

Road upgrades to cater for the increased traffic during construction, geotechnical and quarry investigations are also continuing.<\/p>\n

The detailed business case for the dam upgrades is expected to be delivered to the State Government early next year.<\/p>\n

A government spokesperson said the Paradise Dam project sought to address safety concerns, with a focus on ensuring the new dam wall\u2019s structural integrity and its capacity to meet the demands of a growing population and changing climate.<\/p>\n

Deputy Premier Jarrod Bleijie said early works for the new dam wall would restore water security for the region.<\/p>\n

\u201cToday\u2019s announcement is a significant step in the right direction to deliver a new dam wall, which will support jobs, safeguard Bundaberg\u2019s $2 billion agricultural industry, and benefit the community for generations to come,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

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