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Hinchinbrook Shire Council is calling for more than $22 million in investment to upgrade Lucinda’s sewage network and deliver reliable marine access at Forrest Beach, securing growth and connectivity for the region’s coastal communities.
The call comes ahead of the Hinchinbrook state by-election, with voters heading to the polls later this month.
Mayor Ramon Jayo said investment is essential to make Lucinda and Forrest Beach among the best places to live, thrive, and relax as a gateway to some of Queensland’s most iconic fishing destinations.
“Imagine working out west and coming home to paradise on your days off, where the ocean meets the cane fields. Infrastructure makes this lifestyle possible,” Mayor Jayo said.
“These projects in Lucinda and Forrest Beach will strengthen Hinchinbrook’s position as one of North Queensland’s most desirable lifestyle regions — a place where opportunity meets natural beauty.”
Lucinda is a gateway to world-class fishing and a community ready to grow. Council is calling for $18 million to upgrade sewage capacity through a new trunk network and treatment plant. They're also seeking $4 million to relocate the Cassady Creek boat ramp and $750,000 for a business case and environmental approvals for new ramp and jetty facilities. These prjects will unlock housing potential, boost tourism, and attract new residents who want to live where the coast meets the cane fields.
Mayor Jayo said the call for investment isn’t just about convenience.
"This is about unlocking opportunity for tourism, emergency response, and community growth," Mayor Jayo said.
The Hinchinbrook state by-election will be held on Saturday, 29 November 2025. Visit https://www.ecq.qld.gov.au/elections/election-events/hinchinbrook-by-election on the Electoral Commission Queensland website.
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