Mount Fox Road To Be Revitalised

Mount Fox Road, a vital transport corridor serving residents, farmers, renewable industries and school communities, is set for a major remediation works.

The road sustained extensive damage during the February 2025 rain event, with over 35 landslip sites identified and critical drainage infrastructure compromised.

Mayor Ramon Jayo told a crowd of up to 80 people at the August Industry Breakfast held by Hinchinbrook Shire Council in conjunction with the Hinchinbrook Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Tourism that at the height of the damage, there was significant pressure to close the road completely.

“However, thanks to the dedication of local contractors and emergency crews, Council was able to maintain limited access, keeping the road open under restricted conditions,” Mayor Jayo said.

“Council has completed preliminary geotechnical assessments, with detailed design works well underway. We are preparing to go out to tender for major remediation works. This is not a short-term fix. This remediation work is undertaking full permanent repair of the sites impacted by the flooding events.”

Council started sealed pavement reconstruction on 13 August 2025, including pothole patching and surface reinstatement.

This phase is expected to take around 10 weeks, weather permitting, and Council is progressing with the planning and delivery of further works, including landslip repairs and more than $3 million in upgrades of the Mount Fox range for drainage improvements and minor road widening.

These upgrades are jointly funded by the Australian and Queensland Governments under the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA), administered through the Queensland Reconstruction Authority.

Council acknowledges the inconvenience and thanks the community for its patience. The priority remains delivering a safe and durable outcome. For updates, residents are encouraged to visit the Hinchinbrook Disaster Dashboard or contact Council’s Customer Service Centre on 4776 4600.