Miles CBD project: Western Downs Regional Council endorses Bellwether contractors to undertake upgrade
The Western Downs is experiencing a council-led development boom, with construction set to begin on a project which will reinvigorate the main drag of Miles.
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More ground will be broken in the region during a council-led development boom, with Western Downs Regional Council endorsing contractors for the Miles CBD revitalisation.
Bellwether Contractors has been chosen by council to undertake the mammoth upgrade which will reinvigorate the town and encourage tourism.
Western Downs mayor Paul McVeigh said the appointment of the construction contractor signalled the green light for works to get underway.
“This is a really exciting project which delivers on our vision to aggressively attract business and investment opportunities, right across the Western Downs,” Cr McVeigh said.
“It’s also about advancing our region as a tourist destination, and the new streetscape will not only beautify the main street, celebrate local history, and activate local businesses, it will also encourage people to slow down and explore this fantastic community.”
Cr McVeigh said the project will involve revitalising the main street to create a “village feel” which is RV friendly, with various features such as lighting, outdoor dining opportunities, street tables and stools, colourful landscaping, improved pedestrian linkages and public art.
“We're also excited to welcome Miles Back to the Bush Festival in September, and we will be halting construction for the duration of the event to minimise impacts,” he said.
Works are set to commence in coming weeks, with the project programmed to be completed by the end of 2021.
The upgrade is being delivered in partnership with the Australian Government under its Local Roads Community Infrastructure Program which has contributed $3.2 million to the project.
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