Tewantin’s busiest intersection is set for a revamp as apart of new $9.8m bypass

Works to fix Tewantin’s busiest intersection are expected to begin in late 2021 as part of a $9.8m bypass upgrade.

Proposed project layout. Picture Noosa Council

Works to fix Tewantin's busiest intersection are expected to begin in late 2021 as part of a $9.8m bypass upgrade.

The intersection upgrade of Cooroy-Noosa Road and Beckmans Road will include a new two-lane roundabout to improve traffic flow, particularly during peak periods.

Noosa Council is delivering the project with the Department of Transport and Main Roads as part of the $400 million road stimulus package funded by the Queensland Government to supercharge the State's economy through the COVID-19 recovery.

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Earlier this month, Noosa Mayor Clare Stewart said the design work had identified the alignment of the junction between the two roads, allowing vegetation clearing and relocation of energy and water infrastructure to start.

"Seeing this project start to take shape after so many years is an exciting milestone," Ms Stewart said.

"The preliminary design for the intersection upgrade has enough detail to locate where vegetation will need to make way for the new roundabout and relocation of utilities.

"We have engaged fauna and flora specialists to give the project team advice about the best way to manage this process to minimise the environmental impacts.

"Plants and shrubs will also be planted to offset any vegetation that needs to be removed as part of the project.

"Once the area is clear, Energex and UnityWater can relocate services. Getting this work completed early cuts down the time it will take to complete the major intersection upgrade once design is complete."

Location of vegetation clearing works including removal of trees and shrubs. Picture Noosa Council

A statement earlier this month from Transport and Main Roads Minister Mark Bailey said the project was one of hundreds of road upgrades being delivered across Queensland to supercharge the economy.

"The new, two-lane roundabout at Cooroy-Noosa Road and Beckmans Road was a top priority for the community and we are getting on with the job of delivering it and supporting jobs for local people along the way," he said.

Ms Stewart said vegetation clearing would be followed by relocating in coming months.

"While a lot of the work will take place off Beckmans Road, some will be on or near the existing road, and keeping workers and motorists safe will be a priority," she said.

"Lower speed limits will apply, and motorists are reminded to take note of changed traffic conditions and any directions given by traffic control.

"Council will also post updates to Facebook to let motorists and locals know when to expect changed traffic conditions.

"We thank the community for their patience while this important project is underway."

Construction of the roundabout is expected to begin in late 2021 with weather and construction scheduling permitting.

Originally published as Tewantin’s busiest intersection is set for a revamp as apart of new $9.8m bypass