6 million cubic metres of earth moved in latest TSRC phase
TRANSFORMATIONS to traffic flow in the Toowoomba and Lockyer Valley regions are one step closer to being complete.
News
Don't miss out on the headlines from News. Followed categories will be added to My News.
TRANSFORMATIONS to traffic flow in the Toowoomba and Lockyer Valley regions are one step closer to being complete.
Nexus is nearing the end of the earthworks phase in the remaining 4km section of the Toowoomba Second Range Crossing.
Nexus expects to reach the end of the earthworks phase this month.
A total of six million cubic metres of material has been shifted in this section alone, which experienced delays due to geological issues while constructing an embankment in the area.
The construction team has been working extended hour shifts for the past 11 months to complete the section.
Ongoing activities will continue 24/7 through to project completion, however these works will be intermittent and may not occur every night or extend throughout the night.
This will allow Nexus to complete the TSRC and have it open to traffic later this year.
Activities still to be undertaken include subgrade placement, paving, shotcrete, building concrete barrier, line marking, drainage works, Intelligent Transport System installation and landscaping.
About 24km of the Toowoomba Second Range Crossing from Mort St, Cranley to the Gore Hwy at Athol was opened on 8 December, 2018.
The $1.6 billion project is a 41km heavy vehicle route, jointly funded by the Australian and Queensland governments.
Originally published as 6 million cubic metres of earth moved in latest TSRC phase
‘Slowly watched her die’: Crown seeking 15 years jail for Elizabeth’s parents
The deputy director of public prosecutions has called for a 15-year prison sentence for Jason and Kerrie Struhs after they were found guilty of their eight-year-old daughter’s manslaughter.
Meet the dog groomer who wants the best for your four-legged friend
A new dog groomer has opened a salon in Newtown to make your dog feel as lush as they look after a bath and brush.
What’s on: 10 things to do around Toowoomba this weekend
From meeting the Broncos to miniature train rides and shows, there’s something for everyone this weekend. See what’s on here.
Drunk bloke’s bra shop shocker: ‘Embarrassing things’ done to mannequin
A bourbon-drinking Qld man stumbles into a lingerie shop. The “extremely uncomfortable” acts that follow end in a call to the cops.
Murder accused claims shotgun threat in bid for bail
The man accused of brutally murdering a Millmerran rugby league icon has claimed in court he was threatened with a gun.
‘Every little bit helps’: Loved ones of missing mum make urgent plea
Friends and family of a missing Queensland mum have called for anyone with information “no matter how big or small,” to come forward after she was last seen travelling on a southwest highway.