Fraser Coast Regional Council will seek Queensland Government funding for two major water and sewerage projects with capacity to support more than 11,000 new homes across the region.
At its meeting on Wednesday 25 March, the Council agreed to nominate the Fraser Coast Water Grid and Pulgul Sewage Treatment Plant upgrade for Round Two of the Queensland Government’s Residential Activation Fund.
Fraser Coast Mayor George Seymour said the projects would help deliver the essential infrastructure needed to support new housing and population growth.
“Infrastructure such as water and sewerage networks is critical to unlocking new housing opportunities,” he said.
“These projects will help ensure the Fraser Coast is ready to support future residential development while maintaining reliable services for our growing community.”
Cr Seymour said Council had already secured funding in the first round of the program for infrastructure upgrades at Hockley Lane and Scrub Hill Road.
“We are continuing to advocate strongly for investment that supports sustainable growth in our region,” he said.
Economic Development spokesperson Cr Lachlan Cosgrove said the Residential Activation Fund was designed to help councils deliver the infrastructure needed to activate housing developments.
“These projects support the essential infrastructure that allows new homes to be built,” he said.
“The Water Grid project will strengthen water supply connections between Maryborough and Hervey Bay, improving reliability and long-term water security.
“The Pulgul Sewage Treatment Plant upgrade will increase wastewater treatment capacity to support future residential growth across the region.
“Together, these projects are expected to support more than 11,000 new homes, helping ensure the Fraser Coast can continue to grow in a planned and sustainable way.”
