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
Whitsunday Regional Council is committed to maintaining a safe and accessible road network across our region.
Our Unsealed Roads Grading Program is guided by a structured assessment process using specialised Road Asset Condition Assessment Systems and our Asset Inspectors.
These systems enable Council to monitor the condition of unsealed roads and determine when maintenance is required.
Grading is not performed on a fixed schedule, but rather triggered by specific intervention levels based on current road conditions.
This approach ensures:
- Efficient use of resources
- Timely response to changing road conditions
- Improved safety and accessibility for road users
Council continually reviews and updates the grading program to reflect the latest assessments, ensuring our road network remains reliable and well-managed.
Our current provisional Grading Program is available below. However, it is subject to change due to factors such as weather conditions, resource availability, and staffing levels.
Update provided 06/08/2025
Bowen
Road | Orginal Planned Start Date | Revised Start Date | Comments | Status |
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Bridsons Road | July | October/November | Pushed back, maintenance currently not required | Up Coming |
Cheffins Road | October | Grading & Capital Resheeting | Up Coming | |
East Euri Creek Road | August/September | Grading & Capital Resheeting | Up Coming | |
Eden Lassie Road | July | November | Pushed back, maintenance currently not required | Up Coming |
Gladstone Park Road | September/October | Grading & Capital Resheeting | Up Coming | |
Gordon Glen Road | July | November | Pushed back, maintenance currently not required | Up coming |
Jochhiem Road | July | November | Pushed back, maintenance currently not required | Up Coming |
Lands Road | August | Grading & Capital Resheeting | Up Coming | |
Miowera Road | July | November | Pushed back, maintenance currently not required | Up Coming |
Nevada Road | August | Grading & Capital Resheeting | Up Coming | |
Pretty Bend Road | September | Grading & Capital Resheeting | Up Coming | |
Websters Lane | October | Grading & Capital Resheeting | Up Coming | |
Wylie Park Road | October | Grading & Capital Resheeting | Up Coming |
Proserpine
Road | Orginal Planned Start Date | Revised Start Date | Comments | Status |
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Ashton Road | June | July | Complete | |
Bona Vista Road | July | August | Up Coming | |
Bonnie Springs Road | June | July | Complete | |
Camm Tyree Road | July | September | Up Coming | |
Cantamasa Road | July | September | Up Coming | |
Deboni Road | June/July | July | Complete | |
Dittmer Road | July | July/August | In Progress | |
Emerson Road | July | August | Up Coming | |
Evans Road | May | July | Complete | |
Fisher Road | June/July | August | Up Coming | |
Kelsey Creek Road | July/August | August/September | Shoulders Only | Up Coming |
Leader Road | June/July | August | Up Coming | |
McDowall Road | August | October | Up Coming | |
Orchid Road | June/July | August | Up Coming | |
Saltwater Creek Road | June | July | Delay due to rain and other circumstances | Complete |
Silver Creek Road | August | September | Shoulders | Up Coming |
Spoor Road | July | August | Up Coming | |
Tyree Road | July | September | Delay due to rain and other circumstances | Up Coming |
Vitanza Road | July | Complete | ||
Wilson Road | July | Complete |
Collinsville
Road | Orginal Planned Start Date | Revised Start Date | Comments | Status |
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Bowen Development Road | June | July | Complete | |
Christmas Break | Up coming | |||
Emu Plains Road | July | August | Scour and Floodway Repairs | Complete |
Emu Plains Road | January | Scour and Floodway Repairs | Up Coming | |
Exmoore | August | Scour and Floodway Repairs | Complete | |
Glen Avon Road | May | July |
Complete |
|
Glendon/Burdekin Dam | Oct/Nov | Up coming | ||
Mount Wyatt | Sept/Oct | Up coming | ||
Normanby Road | June/July | July | Scour and Floodway Repairs | Complete |
Rutherford Road | Sept/Oct | Up Coming | ||
Scartwater/Mt Coolon | Nov/Dec | Up Coming | ||
Strathalbyn Road | January | Scour and Floodway Repairs | Up Coming | |
Strathmore Road | August/Sept | In progress | ||
Yucamanda Road | July/Sept | In Progress |