Roads, Footpaths and Verges
Our Roads and Drainage Team is responsible for the development and maintenance of effective roads and drainage infrastructure, footpaths, bridges and kerbing within the Whitsunday Region, with exception of major arterial roads which are under the control of the Department of Transport and Main Roads.
Our region contains 566kms of sealed roads, 1218kms of unsealed roads, 113kms of footpaths and 35 bridges.
Whitsunday Regional Council Road Register [PDF 128 KB]
Whitsunday Regional Council Road Register Maps [PDF 41.44 MB]
Interactive Road Register Maps
Footpath Maintenance Assistance
Under particular circumstances, residents may request assistance for maintenance of their footpath/nature strip. Prior to submitting an application, residents are encouraged to view the Footpath & Nature Strip Maintenance Policy to see if they are eligible.
Footpath Maintenance Application
Work in Road Reserve
If you are planning to undertake any works within a Council road reserve, you are required to obtain a permit from Whitsunday Regional Council before commencing. This ensures public safety, protects infrastructure, and maintains compliance with local laws.
A Review and assessment of an Application to Work in Road Reserve is required under Whitsunday Regional Council Local Law for the alteration or improvement to local government controlled areas and roads, including:
- installing, changing, damaging or removing a structure
- planting, clearing or damaging of vegetation in a local government controlled area or on a road.
For example:
- construction of a crossover (driveway)
- planting or removing vegetation within a road reserve
- construction works impacting upon local government-controlled road areas including drainage channels, footpaths, shared paths, cycleways, and road verge areas.
Permit Requirements
Before starting any work, you must:
- Submit an Application – Complete the Application to Work in Road Reserve Form
- Provide Supporting Documents, including:
- Site plan showing proposed works and existing infrastructure
- Drawings to scale showing the proposed work – please refer to the current standard drawings for Driveway Crossovers
- Traffic Management Plan (prepared by an accredited person)
- Public Liability Insurance (minimum $20 million coverage)
- Detailed scope of works including proposed dates
- Pay Application Fee – Please note assessment will not begin until application fees are paid, refer to the current Fees and Charges section on our website.
- Await Approval – No works may commence until a permit is issued.
Processing Time
Please allow up to 20 business days for your application to be assessed.
Important Notes
- Removal of trees or vegetation may require additional approval.
- All works must comply with relevant safety and environmental standards.
- Council may inspect the site before, during, or after works are completed.
Use of Local Government Controlled Areas, Facilities and Roads Application
This permit is required for activities that use or occupy Council-controlled land or roads, but do not involve physical works. It ensures that public spaces are used safely and appropriately, and that community access is maintained.
Activities requiring this permit include, but are not limited to:
- Placing a display, booth, or promotional stand on a footpath
- Hosting a public event, such as a street parade, market, or festival
- Conducting commercial activities in a park or reserve (e.g. fitness classes, food trucks)
- Undertaking filming or photography in public spaces for commercial or media purposes
Please refer to and download the Use of Local Government Controlled Areas, Facilities and Roads Application for full details and submission requirements.
Grading Program
Due to the recent rain events, our grading crews have been prioritising damaged areas of our Unsealed Road Network to make safe.
Our Unsealed Road Network has been reviewed and the Grading Program has now been updated; however is subject to change due to weather, resources and staffing.
Update provided 07/07/2025
Bowen
Road | Orginal Planned Start Date | Revised Start Date | Comments | Status |
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Bridsons Road | July | In progress | ||
Eden Lassie Road | July | Up coming | ||
Gordon Glen Road | July | Up coming | ||
Jochhiem Road | July | Up coming | ||
Malone Road | June | Complete | ||
Miowera Road | July | Up coming | ||
Police Camp Road | June | Complete | ||
Powers Road | May | June | Complete | |
Roaches Road | August | Upcoming | ||
Rodd Huges Road | June | Complete | ||
Roma Peak Road | Aug/Sept | Up coming | ||
Thomas Road | May | June | Complete | |
Whites Road | May | June | Complete | |
Woodhouse Road | May | June | Complete |
Proserpine
Road | Orginal Planned Start Date | Revised Start Date | Comments | Status |
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Armitt Road | No Maintenance Required | Removed | ||
Ashton Road | June | July | Up coming | |
Blair Road | May | Complete | ||
Bona Vista Road | July | Up coming | ||
Bonnie Springs Road | June | July | Up coming | |
Camm Tyree Road | July | Up coming | ||
Cantamasa Road | July | Up coming | ||
Cowan Road | May/June | June | Complete | |
Deboni Road | June/July | July | Up coming | |
Dittmer Road | July | July/August | Up coming | |
Duval Road | June | Complete | ||
Ecker Road | May | Complete | ||
Emerson Road | July | August | Up coming | |
Fisher Road | June/July | July | Up coming | |
Kelsey Creek Road | July/August | August/Sept | Shoulders | Up coming |
Koolachu Road | April | Complete | ||
Leader Road | June/July | July | Up coming | |
McDowall Road | August | Up coming | ||
Moranino Road | June | July | In progress | |
Orchid Road | June/July | July | Up coming | |
Ossie Drive / Dorothy Road | June | July | Up coming | |
Riley Road | April | Complete | ||
Saltwater Creek Road | June | July | Delay due to rain and other circumstances | In progress |
Silver Creek Road | August | September | Shoulders | Upcoming |
Spoor Road | July | August | Up coming | |
Up River Road | April/May | Complete | ||
Wilson Road | July | Up coming |
Collinsville
Road | Orginal Planned Start Date | Revised Start Date | Comments | Status |
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Bowen Development Road | June | July | In progress | |
Christmas Break | Up coming | |||
Emu Plains Road | July | August | Scour and Floodway Repairs | Up coming |
Exmoore | August | Scour and Floodway Repairs | Up coming | |
Glen Avon Road | May | July |
In progress |
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Glendon/Burdekin Dam | Oct/Nov | Up coming | ||
Mount Wyatt | Sept/Oct | Up coming | ||
Normanby Road | June/July | July | Scour and Floodway Repairs | In progress |
Rutherford Road | Sept/Oct | Up coming | ||
Strathalbyn Road | January | Scour and Floodway Repairs | Up coming | |
Strathmore Road | August/Sept | In progress | ||
Suttor Developement Road | May/June | TBA | ON HOLD | |
Yucamanda Road | July/Sept | Up coming |