Road construction news
EXCITING news for locals, with works now underway on the $5million upgrade of the roundabout of School Road, Yandina Coolum Road and South Coolum Road. This work will involve replacing the roundabout with a signalled intersection and a new concrete footpath connecting the drop-off zone on Barnes Lane to School Road.
This project, which has been one of my top priorities since being elected, is a critical step in our ongoing campaign to bust congestion and improve safety in Coolum. It is expected to take up to four months and will involve disruptions to the normal flow of traffic, so I thank you for your patience. The result will be worth the short-term inconvenience.
These upgrades have generated a lot of feedback about the need for a second access point to the Motorway. As I mentioned in a previous column, a number of years ago, Council completed the design for the South Coolum Road link to connect it with Suncoast Beach Drive and create the second access to the Motorway.
This design, which remains unfunded, includes:
a new 2-lane extension between South Coolum Road and Suncoast Beach Drive
a roundabout connecting South Coolum Road and Suncoast Beach Drive
a connection to a new interchange at West Coolum Road
As I mentioned in a previous column, I’ve met with the new Mayor and Division 8 Councillor to stress the need to fast-track this project, as it’s the missing link in our road network, and a critical step in our ongoing congestion-busting campaign.
Active Clubs funding
Congratulations to the following local clubs who’ve received funding in the latest round of Active Clubs Round 4. This funding will help the clubs to support volunteers and new equipment in order to increase sport and recreation participation.
Coolum Beach Breakers
Coolum Dolphins
Coolum Colts
Coolum Physie Club
Bli Bli United Football Club
Kuluin Netball Club