Works have started to improve flooding and inundation issues on the western side of the Bruce Highway between Dallachy Road and south of Dean Road in Tully.

The $18 million upgrade is part of the Bruce Highway Upgrade Program, which is aimed at improving safety, flood resilience and capacity along the Highway from Brisbane to Cairns.

The Australian Government is contributing $14.4 million and the Queensland Government contributing $3.6 million to the project, which will create over 40 direct jobs over its lifetime.

BMD Constructions will be delivering the works.

Several reinforced concrete box culverts of varying sizes will be installed under the highway to ensure optimal water flow and drainage during the rainy season. 

This section of the Bruce Highway will remain closed while the works are carried out with motorists being diverted onto an old section of the highway to maintain traffic capacity in the area.

Construction is expected to be completed mid-2026, weather and construction conditions permitting.

For further information visit: www.tmr.qld.gov.au/projects/bruce-highway-dallachy-road-flood-immunity-upgrade 

Quotes attributable to Federal Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government Catherine King:

“This is one of many projects the Albanese Government is delivering to fix the Bruce Highway and it’s great to see the construction contract awarded and works are getting underway. 

“We will continue to partner with the Queensland Government to support the delivery of these important flood improvement and safety works.”

Quotes attributable to Queensland Minister for Transport and Main Roads Brent Mickelberg:

“The Bruce is the backbone of this State, and when it gets impacted by flooding the impacts are wide-reaching for Queenslanders – not only stopping freight movement but preventing communities from staying connected.

“The flood immunity works will significantly improve these as well as help visibility, access and a reduced risk of head-on collisions for motorists.”

Quotes attributable to Assistant Minister for Northern Australia, Senator Nita Green:

“The Bruce Highway is the main artery through Queensland, and we know how devastating it can be for communities right across the State when this essential route is impacted by floods.” 

“These works will go a long way in mitigating those impacts and improving safety during the wet season and I am proud to be part of a Government delivering these vital works.”