Ootann Road to be Sealed

The remaining section of Ootann Road in the Tablelands Regional Council Region will be widened and sealed after a tender was approved at a recent ordinary Council meeting.

‘This road is a strategic freight corridor that connects northern Australia with key markets in the south, supporting the growth and prosperity of a range of local businesses including in agriculture, mining and tourism,’ said Mayor Rod Marti.

‘The work on this key freight route builds on previous upgrades by the Northern Australia Beef Roads program and will improve safety, reduce travel times and keep communities connected year-round.

‘It’s particularly pleasing that the Australian and Queensland governments have contributed 85% of the upgrade of the road under the Roads of Strategic Importance Initiative and Transport Infrastructure Development Scheme.

‘This partnership, which includes Mareeba Shire Council, will ensure the full length of Ootann Road will eventually be sealed, providing a year-round weather resistant route,’ said Mayor Marti.

The tender was awarded to Gunther Civil Pty Ltd for $3,130,581.36.

Proudly funded by the Australian Government, Queensland Government and Tablelands Regional Council.