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The new bridge over the Fitzroy River has officially opened.
The $12.5 million structure at Riverslea is the third road upgrade delivered as part of the $367.2 million Rookwood Weir project.
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Development Michael McCormack said the Rookwood Weir project is supporting employment and economic development opportunities and will significantly increase water security for Central Queensland.
“The Rookwood Weir is a great example of the Australian Government delivering the water infrastructure that will form the National Water Grid, our $3.5 billion investment to secure Australia’s water future.”
Deputy Premier and Minister for State Development, Infrastructure, Local Government and Planning Steven Miles today officially opened the new bridge and handed its ownership over to Rockhampton Regional Council.
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One of west Queensland’s most important sources of water will receive a $1.2 million upgrade to provide essential water to surrounding communities.
The Queensland Premier committed the funding to Longreach Regional Council to complete emergency repairs to the Isisford Weir.
Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk said water was the most important resource, particularly in agricultural communities in west Queensland.
“We know that to rebuild our economy, we must invest in new infrastructure and safeguard our water supply – that’s what [this] announcement is all about,” she said.
“I asked the Mayor what his number one concern was for Longreach and he said the Weir.
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The Palaszczuk Government will deliver more than $1 million to support the Longreach Regional Council to complete emergency repairs on one of west Queensland’s most important sources of water.
While in Longreach holding regional Cabinet today, Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk announced $1.2 million to repair the Isisford Weir.
“Water is our most important resource, particularly in proud agricultural communities here in West Queensland,” the Premier said.
“We know that to rebuild our economy, we must invest in new infrastructure and safeguard our water supply – that’s what today’s announcement is all about.
“I asked the Mayor what his number one concern was for Longreach and he said the Weir.