Have your say on busy Hervey Bay intersection

• The Department of Transport and Main Roads is planning for future upgrades on Maryborough-Hervey Bay Road at Eli Waters.
• The planning aims to reduce the likelihood of crashes and wait times at peak hours.
• Community input is being sought to assist with planning intersection upgrades at Maryborough – Hervey Bay Road, Ibis Boulevard and Fairway Drive as well as the Old Maryborough Road and Boat Harbour Drive roundabout.

The Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) is undertaking planning to improve safety and efficiency for motorists and pedestrians on Maryborough-Hervey Bay Road at the intersections of Ibis Boulevard and Fairway Drive, and the Old Maryborough Road / Boat Harbour Drive roundabout.

Transport and Main Roads Minister and Minister for Digital Services Mark Bailey MP said early investigations had identified a possible solution, however community input was needed to understand the community's main issues and priorities for this busy road.

TMR will commence consultation with local residents, landowners and businesses to gather feedback which will be considered in developing a preferred upgrade option. In early 2024, TMR will consult again on a preferred option once determined.

The planning currently being undertaken will enable TMR to develop a cost estimate and allow the proposed upgrade to be considered as part of future reviews of the transport infrastructure program.

For more information about this project, phone 1300 728 390 during business hours or email bundaberg.office@tmr.qld.gov.au.

Quotes attributable to the Transport and Main Roads Minister and Minister for Digital Services Mark Bailey:

"Any future upgrade needs to improve traffic efficiency and safety for Eli Waters residents and the surrounding Hervey Bay communities, reduce the likelihood of crashes and wait times at peak hours."

"We want to hear the local community's concerns about this location, and their ideas for improvements."

"We know the community will be very interested in this planning project and they will have the opportunity to share their views over the coming months."

"The improvements being planned at this location dovetail nicely with the upcoming Maryborough-Hervey Bay Road and Pialba-Burrum Heads Road intersection upgrade and will lead to better traffic flow in this area, creating improved access to the great lifestyle Hervey Bay and the Fraser Coast has to offer."

Quotes attributable to Member for Hervey Bay, Adrian Tantari:

“This announcement is good news for residents. I want to thank Minister Bailey and his department for listening to the people of Hervey Bay and commencing this consultation.

“I know the intersection is a growing problem and I would like to thank residents who are advocating for its improvement. Consultation is the first step in working with the community to identify the best options as this part of Hervey Bay continues to expand into the future.”

Further information: Projects | Department of Transport and Main Roads (tmr.qld.gov.au)

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Media contact – Minister Bailey office – 0419 288 284