Proserpine moves on from Debbie with new TMR office

A new permanent home for the Proserpine Transport and Main Roads Customer Service Centre (CSC) will open on Monday, after Cyclone Debbie destroyed the former office.

Transport and Main Roads Minister Mark Bailey, who visited the town this week as part of Governing from the Regions, said the Proserpine Courthouse had undergone alterations so it could comfortably accommodate the new CSC in a section of the building.

“After Cyclone Debbie hit, TMR delivered its customer services from a purpose built mobile centre to ensure locals continued to have access,” Mr Bailey said.

“But it wasn’t a permanent solution so, after community consultation, the Courthouse was determined to be the best location for a new CSC.

“The mobile CSC was positioned in a convenient location, about 500m from the old centre, in the carpark of the Railway Station in Hinschen Street.

“We are pleased to announce we have secured a permanent location in the Proserpine Court House, which will open on Monday.”

Mr Bailey said the courthouse had undergone renovations to enable staff to deliver licensing, registration and other transport services to the community.

“The new office is centrally located, in the heart of the Proserpine business district and close to other government services and local businesses,” he said.

“About 250 metres from the previous centre, the site features two counters dedicated to transport services and include wheelchair access.

“Our customers will also be able to visit the centre through a separate entrance to those attending the courthouse for other business.

“We will continue to review our service centres and their locations to ensure the services we provide to the community meet expectations.”

Visit www.tmr.qld.gov.au for Transport and Main Roads online services and customer service centre options.

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Media contact: Dominic Geiger, 0447355565