THE northbound lane of Brisbane Street will now stay shut until late April in a delay attributed to the impacts of ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred.
Major drainage construction works started in Beaudesert more than 12 months ago to address long-running flooding issues in the CBD and revitalise the town centre.
Council had maintained Brisbane Street northbound would reopen to traffic by the end of March even when other parts of the drainage project were delayed due to unforeseen sight conditions recently.
Council announced the northbound lane delay in a new project update issued to the Bulletin on March 25.
“Unfortunately, due to the impacts of ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred, the reopening of the northbound lane on Brisbane Street has been delayed and is now scheduled for late April 2025,” Council wrote.
“Construction crews are diligently inspecting work areas post event to ensure the integrity of the installed infrastructure, ensuring the site is safe for the works to continue.
“Despite the project team’s efforts to expedite progress through night works, significant rainfall during the event has caused delays.
“Council apologises for the unforeseen delays in the project’s progress and the inconvenience this has caused to road users, local businesses and residents living near the project.”
Council advised the continuation of other major CBD improvements.
“Council is currently delivering the final improvements to Brisbane Street which include the final seal of asphalt, footpath paving and landscaping. These improvements are part of the ongoing beautification efforts designed to enhance the aesthetics of the town centre,” they wrote.
“Safety improvements for pedestrians and motorist at various intersections, including Eaglesfield Street intersection, are on track to be completed by the end of March 2025.
“When complete these upgrades will address the longstanding flooding issues on Brisbane Street, delivering major drainage improvements that are vital to for local businesses and community safety during major rain events.”
Council advised new project milestones included new street seating, pedestrian crossings and landscaping along Brisbane Street and that footpath paving to Brisbane Street southbound would be finished in April.
They noted permanent 30km per hour speed limit signs being installed along Brisbane Street, between the intersections of Selwyn Street and Telemon Street.
“We thank you for your continued support as we work towards completing the project,” Council wrote.
“Please continue to support local business throughout this period.”
