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Premium Content Subscriber only Work is underway on $11.5 million worth of safety upgrades to the Peak Downs Highway, north of Clermont. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Development Michael McCormack said the Wolfang Road intersection would be upgraded, along with three sections of the highway, between Tea Tree Creek bridge and Myall Creek crossing. “The highway is being strengthened and widened, making it safer for oversized and over-mass vehicles, as well as regular road users,” Mr McCormack said. “Two heavy vehicle stopping bays will be upgraded, and a new, protected right turn at the Wolfang Road intersection will improve safety for road train drivers. ....
Queensland Transport and Main Roads Minister Mark Bailey said traffic volumes were expected to increase on the Peak Downs Highway. “Just over 3km of road will be widened to 9m, with one-metre shoulders, to increase separation between heavy vehicles, caravans and light vehicles,” Mr Bailey said. “Widening three sections will enable safer overtaking opportunities, so drivers don’t take unnecessary risks. “We’re also tackling fatigue for heavy vehicle drivers by upgrading two informal stopping bays.” The Peak Downs Highway upgrades north of Clermont will improve safety for all motorists. Picture: Tara Miko Assistant Minister for Northern Australia and Capricornia MP Michelle Landry said the wider road would also enable safer overtaking opportunities. ....
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