Work has begun on the $67 million in reconstruction works for the disaster-damaged sections of the Leichhardt and Dawsone Highways in Queensland’s Banana Shire Council region.

 

Deputy Premier Jeff Seeney  said the vital repairs would be undertaken progressively, starting on the Leichhardt Highway between Westwood and Dululu before moving to the Dawson Highway in November. 


“Both highways are important freight routes supporting the agriculture and resource industries in the region,” Mr Seeney said. 

 

Mr Seeney said the works would also help boost the construction industry with several contracts awarded. 


“The contract for the works was awarded to BMD and Acciona in a joint venture, with three gravel supply contracts awarded to local central Queensland suppliers,” he said. 


“In addition, contracts totaling $12 million were awarded to Central Queensland Quarries, Hanson Construction Materials and Hopkins Brothers.” 


The project is expected to be completed by early 2013, weather permitting.