Infrastructure bonus comes with Summit

The Torres Strait and Northern Peninsula Area will receive the most significant investment into marine infrastructure in 30 years after the Queensland Government promised to match a $40 million investment by the Federal Government delivered in last October’s Federal Budget.

The investments will go towards improving marine infrastructure in the region, by overhauling jetties, wharves, boat ramps and more.

Member for Cook Cynthia Lui said communities relied on marine infrastructure every day.

“Our community relies on this infrastructure every day to visit the shops, access medical facilities, and remain connected with one another,” she said.

“Before we commence delivery, we will consult the community.

“It’s important that they have their say on the design of marine infrastructure to make sure it addresses their concerns and meets their needs.”

The investment came after a recent engineering report into the condition of marine infrastructure in the region identified a need for safer, more appropriate and accessible infrastructure for the communities.

Repairs and upgrades to infrastructure will happen in a staged process based on engineering priorities and consultation with local communities.

Australian, Queensland and local governments will work in conjunction to identify priorities for investment.

Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk said the waterways in the Torres Strait and NPA were a “blue highway” for those who lived, worked and travelled in the region.

“Our government