STREET lighting is being progressively restored across the electorate of Glass House after years of copper theft left key intersections in darkness.
Local authorities have begun replacing stolen wiring, with lights now back on at the intersection of Old Gympie Road and Beerwah Kilcoy Road, as well as other major junctions along the D’Aguilar Highway and Steve Irwin Way, with authorities vowing to restore safety and hold offenders to account.
The Department of Transport and Main Roads is carrying out a staged program to restore services across the region. Lights are progressively being reinstated at intersections along Old Gympie Road, the D’Aguilar Highway and Steve Irwin Way, with further works scheduled. Officials are urging patience from residents while the rollout continues.
Member for Glass House Andrew Powell said theft and vandalism had left parts of Steve Irwin Way, Peachester Road and the D’Aguilar Highway in darkness for nearly two years, creating major safety concerns.
“Your safety remains our top priority,” Mr Powell said.
“We thank residents for their patience.”