A PROPOSED $2.6 million upgrade to Kilcoy-Beerwah Road and Peachester Road, from Steve Irwin Way to Old Gympie Road, is set to improve safety and reduce traffic congestion around Beerwah.
The LNP made the election promise last week, with Caloundra candidate Kendall Morton saying: “In addition to the improvements for local school students and road users, this will also allow safer freight access for one of the region’s largest employers, Woodland Enterprises.”
The project aims to make the roads safer for local users, particularly near Beerwah Primary School, while cutting the number
of truck movements along Kilcoy-Beerwah Road and Peachester Road in half.
Woodland managing director John Elks, who has been advocating for the road improvements for several years, welcomed the announcement, noting the benefits it will bring to the local community and businesses.
“I have been trying to get this road upgraded for many years now, as it does not meet an acceptable standard,” Mr Elks said.
“Woodland Enterprises will also be contributing a significant direct investment into the project.
“This will mean that truck movements along the road will halve.”
The upgrade is expected to address growing concerns over road safety, especially near the primary school, while also supporting local businesses by providing improved transport links.
The road network’s enhancement will
be beneficial for the community, offering safer routes for daily commuters and school children, and reducing wear and tear on roads due to heavy freight traffic, Ms Morton said.