TMR is clearing vegetation to construct powerlines
By Kirra Livingstone
THE B2N Rail project has entered a critical phase, with major investigations and early works now underway across several hinterland locations. From Monday, July 14, the Department of Transport and Main Roads began on-ground activity in areas including Youngs Road, Glass House Mountains, as part of detailed design preparations for Stage 1 of the upgrade.
Glass House MP and Minister for Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation, Andrew Powell, said access to Youngs Road off Railway Parade was closed from July 16 to 18 to allow for vegetation clearing. “This work is necessary to make way for new Energex overhead powerlines, part of the broader B2N Stage 1 project,” he said. “While there are no upgrades to the road itself, these early works support essential utility relocations and infrastructure improvements along the rail corridor.”
Other streets affected by delays include Endeavour Road, Beerburrum; Barrs Road, Burgess Street, Coonowrin Road and Railway Parade, Glass House Mountains; and Sportsground Drive, Beerwah. “Motorists can expect intermittent traffic changes such as single lane closures, reduced speed limits and shoulder closures,” Mr Powell said. “These are required for underground service investigations using high-pressure water and concrete saw cutting to locate existing pipes and cables.”
Mr Powell urged drivers to allow extra travel time, with works scheduled between 7am and 5pm under traffic control and signage. Emergency vehicle access will be prioritised where possible.
Stage 1 of the B2N upgrade will duplicate the rail line between Beerburrum and Beerwah, build three new bridges, address three level crossings, expand three park ‘n’ ride facilities, and construct a new bus interchange at Landsborough Station.
kirra@gcnews.com.au