The Melrose Road Bridge replacement project across the North Branch of the Condamine River was officially opened today (Thursday, January 30, 2025), providing a significant upgrade for a key rural route.
Toowoomba Regional Council (TRC) has constructed a new two-lane concrete bridge to replace the single-lane timber bridge on Melrose Road, Brookstead.
Toowoomba Region Mayor Cr Geoff McDonald and TRC Construction and Maintenance (Infrastructure Services) portfolio spokesperson Cr Carol Taylor were joined by Senator Anthony Chisholm, the Assistant Minister for Regional Development to open the project. (Senator Chisholm was representing the Minister for Regional Development, Local Government and Territories, Kristy McBain.)
Fellow Councillors, TRC Infrastructure Services Group executives, TRC Infrastructure Services Group crews, contractors and surrounding residents also attended the opening.
Mayor McDonald said the $4.35 million project was jointly funded by the Australian Government's Safer Local Roads and Infrastructure Program (the former Bridges Renewal Program, a $2.55 million contribution) and Council ($1.8 million).
