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Council turns up heat on $215m water project

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Cairns Regional Council is pushing a $215 million plan to tap into the Mulgrave River to meet the city’s water needs as a matter of top priority.

It is seeking State and Federal backing for the Cairns Water Security – Stage 1 project to address increased demand, which is projected to exceed existing capacity by 2026.

The council currently draws more than 80 per cent of its water from Copperlode Falls Dam on Lake Morris, while also tapping a smaller supply from Behana Creek.

Cairns Mayor Bob Manning said the Mulgrave River proposal, which council has elevated in priority to. . .

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Federal cash kicks along Cairns gallery vision

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The Federal Government will invest $10 million towards the Cairns Gallery Precinct project, allowing the local council to set the next phase in motion.

The project will include the design of a new Indigenous Art Gallery as well as transforming and connecting three heritage-listed buildings - the Cairns Art Gallery, the Old Court House and the former Mulgrave Shire Council offices.

Cairns Regional Council Mayor Bob Manning said the federal funding would allow council to proceed with the next phase of this project, the restoration of the former Mulgrave Shire building. . .

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Council fast-tracks Cairns infrastructure projects

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Cairns Regional Council will fast-track 14 projects worth more than $5.6 million as part of a Commonwealth Government funding program designed to stimulate additional infrastructure construction.

The projects include a $1.5 million upgrade to intersections at Rabaul and Periwinkle streets in Trinity Beach, more than $1.36 million of improvements to Tanks 3, 4 and 5 at the Tanks Art Centre, and construction of the Givens St pedestrian bridge over the Dillon St drain in Westcourt ($350,000). 

Council received $5,606,619 in grant funding under Phase 2 of the Commonwealth Government Local Roads and. . .

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FNQ upgrades on the way with $2.4m renewal funding

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Four projects across Leichhardt will receive a share of more than $290 million in Australian Government funding under Round 5 of the Bridges Renewal Program and Round 7 of the Heavy Vehicle Safety and Productivity Program.

Federal Member for Leichhardt Warren Entsch said the timing couldn’t be better to see funding flow to deliver better and safer bridges and freight roads in Leichhardt.

“This vital funding will allow communities right across the country to fast‐track their highest‐priority infrastructure projects, providing a much‐needed boost to local jobs and the economy,” Warren Entsch said.

“I am pleased to. . .

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Council looks to fast-track Mount Peter water project

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Cairns Regional Council has applied for a $15 million interest-free loan to bring forward construction of water infrastructure to service new lots in the fast-growing Mount Peter area.

Construction of a water reservoir for Mount Peter was planned to start in the 2023-24 financial year.

But the surge in demand for residential land in the area has prompted the council to look at starting construction within the next 12 months.

The project includes construction of an 8 megalitre water reservoir, installation of trunk water lines, a pumping station and chlorination building.

The infrastructure will service 446 lots. . .

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Council shares soaring vision for key precinct

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Cairns Regional Council has released two new 3D flythroughs to provide a glimpse of what the upgraded Cairns Esplanade Dining Precinct will look like.

Construction is about to start on the $28 million project, which was fast-tracked in May during the COVID-19 slump to limit the disruption to traders and maximise the city’s appeal once tourists return.

In order to facilitate an accelerated program, council has adopted a three-staged delivery, which includes construction of the footpath as the first stage.

The second stage will be the construction of the road and landscaping in September and the. . .

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Cairns COVID works funding to support 70 jobs

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Fogarty Park in Cairns will soon have all-weather options for markets and other events after the council secured funding for a new turf surface and upgraded drainage

It’s one of 11 projects in the region to share $7.42 million in funding through the State Government’s $200 million COVID Works for Queensland program.

Cairns Regional Council estimates the works will create or support around 70 local jobs.

Member for Cairns Michael Healy said the projects would make a difference to the region.

“I am very pleased that projects like the re-turfing at Fogarty Park, as well. . .

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Contract awarded for Cairns footbridge project

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Construction of the $6 million Barr Creek Bridge to connect Machans Beach and Holloways Beach is set to get underway later this year. 

Cairns Regional Council said the bridge would provide a shared pathway between the two beach communities as part of the Northern Beaches Leisure Trail that will connect Palm Cove to the Cairns city once complete.

It this week awarded the contract for the construction of the cycling and pedestrian bridge to Davbridge Constructions following a tender process.

The proposed bridge alignment falls within environmentally significant areas, which means construction will be subject to strict codes and. . .

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Cairns to spend record amount on capital works

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A record $181 million capital works program headlines Cairns Regional Council’s 2020-21 Budget.

Mayor Bob Manning said the record $181 million capital works program, part of a $312 million Budget, would provide a needed stimulus boost to the local economy and ensure the council continued to deliver services to a level expected by the community.

Cr Manning acknowledged the city was facing unprecedented challenges due to the impacts of the coronavirus pandemic, and said it was vital the council maximised its capital works program to stimulate the local economy.

“Given that approximately 90 per cent of the council. . .

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Council lays out Cairns roadworks plans after $9.15m grant

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Cairns Regional Council will spend more than $9 million over the next five years on seven key road infrastructure projects.

They include a makeover for a busy road in Earlville, with plans for new footpaths, lighting and tree planting to achieve an attractive boulevard affect.

The council this week endorsed the $1.55 million upgrade of Balaclava Rd between Watson St and Mulgrave Rd, following on from Stage 1 upgrades on the western end of Balaclava Rd in 2018/19.

The
project, set to be largely completed by December 2019, will be funded through
the Works for Queensland. . .

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