Building community infrastructure for a growing Fraser Coast

A new recycling sorting centre in Maryborough, an upgraded aquatic centre in Hervey Bay, water treatment plant upgrades across the region and a new Hervey Bay Community Hub are among the highlights of Fraser Coast Regional Council’s nearly $200 million capital works program this financial year.

Fraser Coast Mayor George Seymour said record levels of new housing and commercial development approvals highlighted the region’s rapid growth, prompting Council to invest in essential community infrastructure to maintain and enhance the Fraser Coast lifestyle.

“With more and more people choosing to call the Fraser Coast home, Council is delivering vital projects like new and upgraded roads, improved water and sewerage networks, and recreational facilities such as parks, pools and community venues,” he said.

“Council is committed to strategic growth and livability, ensuring the Fraser Coast remains a region where older residents can age comfortably, and younger generations see a bright future to live, work and raise families.”

Cr Seymour said work on the next stage of upgrades at the Hervey Bay Aquatic Centre began this month while the new Materials Recovery Facility at the Maryborough Landfill was on track for completion next month.

“The Hervey Bay Community Hub, featuring a new library across two levels, is now more than a third complete, while geotechnical investigations are underway for the construction of a new rowing pontoon and gangway in the Mary River,” he said.

“While some projects are large-scale multi-million dollar investments, many smaller works are equally important for local communities.

“For example, bitumen resealing is being carried out on more than 80 roads across the Fraser Coast over the next three months. Footpath upgrades in Brendan Hansen Park in Granville and the refurbishment of toilets near the soccer fields in the Tinana Recreation Reserve also began this week.

“All of these projects align with Council’s vision to build better communities together. We are dedicated to ensuring the Fraser Coast continues to be a great place to visit and an even better place to live.”