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Technical Services Standing Commi ee Mee ng Agenda

07 May 2013 Gayndah

North Burnett Regional Council Technical Services – Agenda 07/05/13

NORTH BURNETT REGIONAL COUNCIL TECHNICAL SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA – GAYNDAH – 07 MAY 2013

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DOCUMENT ID 359229 Attendees Agenda Item 1 Attendees Welcome Agenda Item 2 Welcome / Housekeeping Apologies Agenda Item 3 Apologies Declaration Agenda Item 4 Declaration of Interest Deputations Agenda Item 5 Deputations Infrastructure Report Agenda Item 6 Infrastructure Report 6.1 Confidential Report 6.2 Internal Section Reports 003

a. Works Report 004‐010

b. Flood Repair Works 011‐012

c. Bridges 013‐014

d. Buildings and Facilities 015

e. Water and Sewerage 016‐021

f. Land Protection 022‐023

6.3 QLD Water Regional Alliance Program 024‐032 6.4 B‐Double Application – 16015 Redbank Road 033‐035 6.5 B‐Double Application – Chess Park 036‐038 6.6 B‐Double Application – 403 Oak Park Road 039‐041 6.7 B‐Double Application – 156 Tolo Road 042‐044 6.8 B‐Double Application – Quaggy Property 045‐047 General Business Agenda Item 7 General Business Closure of Meeting Agenda Item 8 Closure of Meeting

Reporting Period: 19/03/2013 to 20/04/2013

INFRA 02 – TECHNICAL SERVICES INTERNAL SECTION REPORTS

REPORTING PERIOD FROM 19/03/12 to 19/04/13

Responsible Officer: Ken Palmer – Director Technical Services Report prepared by: Technical Services Staff

1 PURPOSE OF REPORT

To inform Council of major activities undertaken by the Technical Services Department in the reporting period.

2 CORPORATE / OPERATIONAL PLAN

Community Infrastructure and Disaster Management “1.3 Infrastructure Delivery”: Strategically plan, provide or facilitate community infrastructure and facilities that will meet community needs.

3 POLICY IMPLICATIONS All relevant NBRC Policies are adhered to where applicable.

4 STATUTORY REQUIREMENTS All relevant Standards and Codes are applied where required.

5 RISK MANAGEMENT

Risk management is an integral part in the planning and delivery of infrastructure services by the Technical Services Department.

6 CONSULTATION Internal consultation occurs formally fortnightly at Technical Services Management meetings and informally through briefing sessions with Councillors and staff. Technical Services staff engage with Government agencies, other agencies and with the wider community on an ‘as needs’ basis.

7 OPTIONS FOR COUNCIL TO CONSIDER For information only.

8 OFFICER’S COMMENTS / CONCLUSION Nil 9 RECOMMENDATIONS That the report be received.

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PART A WORKS REPORT APRIL 2013

Council Maintained Roads/Streets

Sealed Roads

Town Work Details Status [% complete]

Mount Perry

Mundubbera

Various roads Slashed Ongoing

Monto

Golf Links Road Patched 100% Boogalgopal Ck Crossing, Barram Rd Patched 100% Abercorn Road Patched 100% Yarrol Road Patched 100% Monto & Mulgildie Town Streets Patched 100% Coominglah Road Patched 100% Old Rawbelle Road Patched 100% Monal Road Patched 100%

Gayndah

Various Sealed Roads Pothole Patching Ongoing

Various Sealed Roads Slashing Ongoing

Humphrey Binjour Road Reseal 60%

Eidsvold

Various roads Slashing Ongoing

Biggenden

Mt Goonaneman Road Resealed 90%

Town Streets Resealed 90%

Coringa Road Slashed 100%

Grills Road Slashed 100%

River Road Slashed 100%

Campbells Road Slashed 100%

Lower Lakeside Road Slashed 100%

National Park Road Slashed 100%

Highstone Road Slashed 100%

Wixson’s Road Slashed 100%

Biggenden Mines Road Slashed 100%

Degilbo Mines Road Slashed 100%

FUTURE WORKS

Mount Perry

Gayndah

Monto

Patching Roads

Mundubbera Slashing

Eidsvold Slashing

Biggenden

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Unsealed Roads


Mt Perry

Sandy Camp Road Grade

Sandy Creek Road Grade

Rocky Creek Road Grade Log Hole Lane Grade Towns Creek Road Grade

Gayndah

Emergent Flood Works

Monto

Burns Road Graded and Gravelled 100%

Stanleys Road Graded and Gravelled 100%

Luthje Road Graded and Gravelled 70%

Ostwalds Road Graded and Gravelled 100%

Schimkes Road Graded and Gravelled 80%

Browns Road Graded and Gravelled 50%

Coominglah Road Graded and Gravelled 85%

Barram Road Graded and Gravelled

Mundubbera

Zogulers Road Grade 50%

Mundowran Road Grade 50%

Cattle Creek Road Grade 50%

Eidsvold

Glencoe Road Grade, rolling and drainage from Rawbelle Rd to Tireen

Glencoe/Dareen Road Grade, rolling and drainage 100%

Rawbelle Raod Grade rough sections 100%

Biggenden

Berrie’s Road Graded and Gravelled 100%

Eureka Road Graded and Gravelled 50%

FUTURE WORKS

Mount Perry Grade various roads.

Gayndah Grade various roads

Monto Grade various roads.

Mundubbera Grade and patch gravel various roads.

Eidsvold Nil

Biggenden

Eureka Road Grade and Gravel where needed

Old Range Road Grade and Gravel where needed

Smiths Road Grade and Gravel where needed

Lawgall’s Road Grade and Gravel where needed

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Road Maintenance Performance Contract [RMPC]


Mount Perry

Gin Gin – Mount Perry Road Slashing 100%

Gayndah‐Mount Perry Road Slashing 100%

Gayndah

Gayndah‐Monto Road Slashing

Rest Area Maintenance

Pothole Patching

Monto

Gladstone‐Monto Road Graded 100%

Gayndah‐Monto Road Patching Ongoing

Monto‐Biloela Road Patching Ongoing Gladstone‐Monto Road Patching Ongoing Wuruma Dam Road Patching Ongoing Monto‐Mount Perry Road Patching Ongoing Mundubbera

Durong Road Pavement Failures

Burnett Highway Pavement Failures

Blackstump Rest Area Clean toilets, empty bins, mowing Ongoing

Durong Road Rest Area Empty bins, clean tables, mowing Ongoing

Bald Hills Rest Area Empty bins, clean tables, mowing Ongoing

Eidsvold

TMR Rest Area Roadside Litter Collection Ongoing TMR Rest Area Rest Area Servicing Ongoing Biggenden

Biggenden‐Childers Bitumen Patching

Biggenden‐Coalstoun Lakes Bitumen Patching Biggenden‐Gooroolba Bitumen Patching

Booyal‐Dallarnil Bitumen Patching

Biggenden‐Maryborough Bitumen Patching

Goomeri‐Gayndah Bitumen Patching

Gayndah‐Monto Bitumen Patching

Durong Bitumen Patching

Gayndah‐Mt Perry Bitumen Patching

Childers Slashing

Booyal Slashing

Maryborough Slashing

Coalstoun Lakes Slashing

FUTURE WORKS

Mount Perry

Gayndah

Monto

Gladstone‐Monto Road Full grade

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Road Performance Contract [RPC]

Town Work Details Status [%

complete]

Mount Perry

Gayndah

Monto

Nil

Mundubbera

Durong Road TNRP final seal 100%

Eidsvold

Eidsvold/Theodore Road WBYD 890 Pipe extensions 60%

Eidsvold/Theodore Road TNRP final seal 100%

Biggenden

Mount Perry

FUTURE WORKS

Mount Perry

Gayndah

Monto

Cania Road Widening and overlay

Mundubbera

Eidsvold‐Theodore Road Pipes and Pavement failures

Eidsvold

Eidsvold‐Theodore Road Pavement failures and Overlay

Biggenden

Yarrol Road R2R

Mundubbera

Eidsvold‐Theodore Road Pavement Failures

Eidsvold

Rest Area Roadside Litter Collection

Rest Area Rest Area Servicing

Biggenden

Biggenden‐Gooroolba Road Patch grade shoulders

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Town Crew


complete]

Mount Perry

Town Area Mowing & Whipper snipping Ongoing

Rubbish Collection Rubbish Collection Ongoing

Amenities Cleaning toilets and park amenities Ongoing

General clean up for Perry Show

Gayndah

Park and Recreation Areas Mowing and maintenance Ongoing Monto

Town Streets Herbicide Spraying Cleaning, mowing gutters & footpaths

Ongoing

Airport Mowing and Slashing Ongoing

Monto Parks Mowing of grass Ongoing

Mulgildie Parks Mowing of grass Ongoing

Cemeteries 1, 2 & 3 Full maintenance work

Mundubbera

Town Area Mowing, clean gutters, rubbish collection, edges sprayed and hedge work done.

Ongoing

Cemetery Mowing and tidy up Ongoing

Archer Park Set up and clean up for Concert

Eidsvold

Parks and Gardens Mowing and cleaning Ongoing

Biggenden

Town Area Mowing and slashing town approaches

Biggenden Parks Mowing and cleaning amenities

FUTURE WORKS

Mount Perry Routine Rubbish collection Mowing Maintenance/cleaning of public amenities

Ongoing

Gayndah Town Maintainence

Monto

Mowing and Slashing Ongoing

Mundubbera

Town Area Mowing, clean gutters, rubbish collection, edges sprayed and hedge work done.

Ongoing

Cemetery Mowing and tidy up Ongoing

Eidsvold Town Maintainence

Biggenden

Town Area Flower posts watered next week and gutters will be washed

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Capital Projects


complete]

Mount Perry

Gayndah

Town Streets Reseal 90%

Wigton Road Gravel Resheet R2R 5%

Gayndah Mundubbera Road Seal Extension Blue Rocks TIDS 10%

Gayndah Mundubbera Road Seal Extension Wains TIDS 5%

Monto

Stewart’s Bridge Construct sidetrack 100%

Mundubbera

Shallcross Bridge Construct sidetrack 100%

Eidsvold Nil

Biggenden

FUTURE WORKS

Mount Perry

Gayndah

Wigton Road Gravel Resheet R2R

Gayndah Mundubbera Road Seal Extension Blue Rocks TIDS

Gayndah Mundubbera Road Seal Extension Wains TIDS

Monto

Old Rawbelle Road Invert Cattle Creek

Mundubbera

Hawkwood Road Reseal Program

Riverleigh School Bus Road Reseal Program

Leichhardt Street Reseal Program

Eidsvold Nil

Biggenden

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Private Works


complete]

Mount Perry

Gayndah

Resident 1 Grade Driveway

Resident 2 Supply Pipes

Business 1 Concrete Footpaths

Business 2 Seal Driveway

Monto

TMR Flood Damage Repairs

Mundubbera

TMR Emergent Flood Damage Repairs at Durong Road

Eidsvold

Various Mowing and whipper snipping Ongoing

Biggenden

Resident 1 Works on driveway

Business 1 Quote for installation of drain

Resident 2 Quote for driveway repairs

Resident 3 Quote for driveway repairs

Roadtek Supply of premix bitumen

Mount Perry

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Part B Flood Repair Works QRA Claims and Submissions Prepared by: Ray Strohfeldt Projects:‐ 1. Gayndah – Mundubbera Road Emergent works will be completed by the end of the month. This 2013 flood repair project has been submitted and approved by the Queensland Reconstruction Authority (QRA). Design options and estimations are being discussed with QRA. 2. Humphrey Binjour Landslip This project was withdrawn from the 2010/11 submission and resubmitted under the 2013 event. The QRA have approved the resubmission, and is currently being designed to put out to tender. 3. Cattle Creek Floodway on Old Rawbelle Road Due to high water levels, this project won’t be able to be completed by the cut off date of 30 April 2013 for the 2010/11 event and will be resubmitted under the 2013 event. 2010/11 Works:‐ 1. Bridge and Floodway Works completed • Rawbelle Road floodway • Mount Perry Cemetery beams • Wetheron bridge • Flood Gully bridge • Splinter Creek • Guyatts bridge • Hockmuths bridge • Boogalgopal bridge • Nogo bridge • Deep Creek bridge • GS Galloway bridge 2. Bridge and Floodway forward list of works • Barram bridge • Dareen bridge • Boondooma Road floodway • Elliots Creek Road batters • Taylors bridge • Black Horse Creek bridge • McGregors bridge • Dunollie bridge • Sandy Creek bridge • Briggs No 2 floodway

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2013 Inspections Summary:‐

Date Total road length

Roads assessed DARM

Km’s assessed DARM

Roads reviewed by QRA

Length of road damaged

% road damaged

15.04.13 4002km 98% 3370km 2150km 389.4 11.6%

Note: this data is from the QRA portal up to Friday 12/04/2013, there is a time lag between inspections and downloading of data into the portal. Currently (Friday 19/04) we have inspected 99% of roads, all bridges, all water and sewerage, all parks and buildings. 2013 Projects Approved by QRA to date:‐ • Browns Road • Gayndah ‐ Mundubbera Road • Boomerang Road • Humphrey Binjour Landslip • Mundubbera Roads package • Gayndah Water Intake replacement • Mundubbera Water Intake replacement • Monto Water Rising Main replacement • Eidsvold Raw Water Supply repairs • Dahtler’s Bridge replacement • Waratah Bridge replacement • Ravens Creek Bridge replacement The total value of the above projects approved by the QRA is $25,206,138(inc GST). Submissions Summary

Number Value(inc GST)

Total Submissions in QRA Portal

37 $109,122,996

Signed off and submitted to QRA

14(+5 ready to sign)

$50,640,056(+$10,755,869)

Approved by QRA 6 $25,206,138

2013 Key Issues:‐ • Inspections will be completed by field staff by end of the month and in the QRA portal, but all entries won’t be assessed by QRA VfM and Compliance staff for submission. Expected date for completion of assessments by QRA is 10 May. • We are predicting an issue with gravel supplies as most pits that Council currently use are permitted to produce up to 5,000t annually (over 5,000t requires a ERA from DEHP and planning approval from Council). We are forecasting that approximately 500,000t of gravel and quarry material will be required for Council 2013 flood restoration over the next 12 months; the issue is compounded by the gravel quantities that will be required for State roads restoration and Council’s own operational and capital works. We have asked QRA to raise the possibility of a temporarily increase in the quantities allowable to be extracted from local quarries.

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PART C BRIDGES Prepared by: Tyronne Meredith Current Maintenance • Minor maintenance has been undertaken in conjunction with restoration works from the 2010/11 flood event. The extent of this maintenance is predominantly the installation of signage. • Work has continued on the Scrubby Creek No.2 Bridge to repair and replace a number of defective components. • Work has commenced by external contractors to undertake Level Two inspections on a number of council bridges Capital Stewart’s Bridge • Work has commenced on the rebuild of Stewart’s Bridge. A side track has been reconstructed around the site and is under traffic control to allow movement around the site. Shallcross Bridge • Work has commenced on the construction of a box culvert crossing on Shallcross Road. The existing bridge has been demolished and work is being undertaken on the construction of the base slab of the new crossing. A sidetrack has been constructed to allow movement around site. Flood Damage Major Damage • The existing sidetrack has been re‐established around Waratah Bridge. A new sidetrack has been constructed around Dahtler’s Bridge. These sidetracks allow for access for residents in the Monal area. 2010/11 Flood Damage • Work has been undertaken to restore bridges affected by the 2010/11 flood event. The main scope of this work involves the clearing of debris and the installation of guardrail and signage. This work is expected to be completed during the week beginning the 22nd April. Forward Program Maintenance • Work will continue on Level Two bridge inspections throughout the area Capital • Work will continue on the rebuild of Stewart’s Bridge. This work is expected to take four months to complete.

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• Work will commence on the demolition of the existing Rocky Creek Bridge. This will be followed immediately by the construction of a pipe culvert crossing. The existing side track will enable work to be completed without major disruptions to local traffic. • Work will continue on the construction of a box culvert crossing to replace the existing Shallcross Road timber bridge.

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PART D BUILDINGS AND FACILITIES Prepared by: Rachael Bonanno / Melinda Thorburn Maintenance • As of 23 April 2013, there are 111 open tasks to be actioned. • Approximately 59 tasks have had orders issued and are awaiting completion by the contractor. • During the month of April 2013 approximately 30 task requests were completed. • We are still experiencing very slow response rates from Contractors due to the flood event. Construction Works in Progress Eidsvold Hall Asbestos Removal: • Works have now been completed. Cania Dam Shed: • Tenders for the construction of the Cania Dam Shed have been received. 5 tenders were received in total and this was an excellent response. • Tender prices ranged in price however a number of tenders were in a favourable price range. • Consultation is taking place with these tenders to determine a successful contractor. Mundubbera Depot Workshop Firewall: • An inspection has taken place and a report will be produced for consideration. Forward Program • Works will continue on maintenance.

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PART E WATER AND SEWERAGE

Prepared by: Trevor Harvey

Water Operations

Monthly Statistics

Lower consumption figures can be directly related to the weather conditions, Gayndah

consumption reflects lack of adherence to the imposed water restrictions.

Figures for Eidsvold are not able to be reported due to damage of the flow meter

during the January flood.

Raw Water Consumption in ML

0

5

10

15

20

25

30

35

40

45

June

July

August

September

October

November

Decem

ber

January

February

March

April

May

June

Biggenden

Eidsvold

Gayndah

Monto

Mt Perry

Mulgildie

Mundubbera

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Water Consumption Litres/Connection/Day

Submersible Pump Installed

Mulgildie Artesian Bore Production

0

500

1000

1500

2000

2500

Biggenden

Eidsvold

Gayndah

Monto

Mt Perry

Mulgildie

Mundubbera

0

0.2

0.4

0.6

0.8

1

1.2

1.4

1.6

1.8

2

Flow (l/s)

Pressure (kPa/100)

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Water Maintenance:

Biggenden

Routine maintenance was carried out during the past month.

The order for water reticulation scouring has been placed. This is planned for late April

(after the Campervan function).

Eidsvold

The main raw water supply pump failed during the month. Operation of the flood

damaged system using the back‐up pump showed further problems when trying to

operate without telemetry. As a result Level 4 restrictions have had to be imposed

until the production rate can be reliably improved.

An access road to the main pump is being constructed so the pump can be removed

for repair.

Specifications for the replacement switchboard, dosing tank, flow meter and security

room will be completed before the end of the month.

Gayndah

A new access road to the river has commenced construction. This is required due to

the fast dropping water level and the scouring on the southern bank of the Burnett

River.

Level 3 restrictions continue to be in place with the temporary supply now coping with

current demand.

The preliminary design and cost estimate for the relocation of the Gayndah water

intake to above Claude Wharton Weir wall has been received. The proposal including

cost estimate has been included in the Council betterment proposal. Negotiations as to

whether this project is better addressed under engineered fit for purpose will be

conducted with QRA late in April.

Discussions with Sunwater have continued to identify the possible location of the

pump well and intake structure.

Discussions have also commenced with DNRM as to the permit requirements to

relocate the intake with respect to the Water Resource Plan.

Quotations have been received for the survey and geotechnical investigations required

for the proposed relocation. An order will be placed as soon as QRA approval of the

proposal is received.

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Monto

Orders have been placed Request for the survey and geotechnical work required to

progress the scope writing for the tender documents for the raw water main

replacement.

Mount Perry

Routine work was carried out during the past month.

Mundubbera

One of the raw water pumps has failed, possibly as a result of moisture in the cabling.

The second pump has been connected to the temporary supply system. An access road

is being constructed to allow the removal of the pump for repair.

The preliminary design and cost estimate for the relocation of the Mundubbera water

intake from the jetty to an in‐bank well has been received. The proposal including cost

estimate has been included in the Council betterment proposal. Negotiations as to

whether this project is better addressed under engineered fit for purpose will be

conducted with QRA late in April.

Mulgildie

The artesian bore supplying Mulgildie water treatment plant stopped free flowing

during the month. A submersible pump has been installed 50m down the bore casing

and a flow rate of approximately 1.5 l/s has been achieved. This is considered a very

temporary solution.

Bellridge Resources and DNRM have been advised so the proposed supply evaluation

will be escalated in priority.

Sewerage Maintenance

Biggenden

Routine work

Eidsvold

Routine work

Gayndah

Repairs to the No5 Pump Station lifting frame and switchboard are on track for

completion before the end of the month.

Monto

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The drop in No1 Pump Station pumping performance reported last month was the

result of water damage to both pump motors. Repairs had to be completed under

flood damage emergent works as the performance had deteriorated to a level that

threatened a complete failure of the station.

Mundubbera

The majority of flood damage works have been completed.

Capital Works:

Fluoridation

The final fluoridation subsidy claim payment has been received.

Public notification of the removal of dosing has been completed and the internal work

is now in the planning stage, this work has been delayed due to flood damage repair

planning.

No fluoride has been added to the water supplies since the official removal date.

Biggenden Sewerage Treatment Plant Upgrade

The Imhoff Tower repair is on track for completion by mid May. The new sludge drying

beds will be completed by the end of April. The modifications to the third lagoon have

been completed. Raw sewerage filtration modifications have commenced and work

will go well into June.

Biggenden Water Treatment Plant Aeration Module

A majority of the replacement of the aeration module on top of the clarifier has been

completed and water production has recommenced.

Eidsvold Water Treatment Plant

The refurbishment of the Filters at the treatment plant has been completed.

Gayndah Reticulation System

The report for the Gayndah water reticulation pressure modelling has been completed

to draft form. Presentation to Council is expected by the end of April.

Monto Sewerage Treatment Plant

Work on the overhaul of the second Clarifier is expected to be completed by the end of

April. Orders have been placed for the sludge recycling system. This work will be

completed by mid June.

Monto Water Main Replacement.

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An order has been placed for the first part (2012/13 allocation) of the proposed Monto

mains replacement project. The initial work will be mains replacements in Boyle and

Royal Lanes as well as Lyell Street. Some material purchase for the Flinders Street work

will also be completed by the end of the financial year..

Mundubbera Water Main Augmentation

All major works associated with the main augmentation have been completed.

Pressure logging to validate the theoretical modelling will be completed in May.

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PART F LAND PROTECTION Prepared by: Neale Jensen

PLANT TYPE FUTURE ACTIONS

PARTHENIUM

On 20th March an advertisement was placed in the CNBT advising

Landholders of their obligation under section 77 of the Land

Protection (Pest & Stockroute Management) Act 2002. In the Control

of Parthenium Infestation. This same information was then placed in

correspondence to all known handholders with Parthenium

explaining their duty as a landholder in the control of this plant and

issued on 18th April.

Parthenium has become a major problem this season with perfect

weather conditions for active growth, location of this plant has also

been hindered by grass growth. The recent flood event has

considerably increased the area of infestation.

On going

BMRG A small grant from BMRG has been allocated to NBRC and this will be spent mapping and limited control along Wetheron Creek to the Burnett River. Landholders will participate in this project as well. BMRG have asked to advise of areas of Parthenium infestation in preparation for the next round of grants. No dollars have been discussed as yet.

ELEMENT 5 Contractors will be employed to spray Lantana on State Controlled Roads under Element 5. State Government has reduced our 2013‐2014 budget from $90,000 to $70,000.

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WATER LETTUCE According to Sunwater there is no sign of Water Lettuce on Cania Dam since the January floods. They will continue to monitor and keep us informed if there is any reoccurrence.

OTHER LPO DUTIES Main Road Guide Posts (Herbicide Spraying)

Element 5

1080 – Wild Dog and Feral Pig Control

Mosquito Control

Council Roads – Lantana Control

Parthenium Control

Emergent Works

FORWARD LIST OF WORKS

Element 5

Main Road Guide Posts (Herbicide Spraying)

1080 – Wild Dog and Feral Pig Control

BMRG Control ‐ Parthenium (Contractors)

Parthenium Control

African Love Grass and Giant Rats Tail Control

Lantana Control

Neale Jensen Land Protection Co‐ordinator

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Infra No. 3 Qld Water Regional Alliance Program (Q‐WRAP)

Responsible Officer: Ken Palmer – Director Technical Services Report prepared by: Trevor Harvey‐ Assistant Director Technical Services 1 PURPOSE OF REPORT

The purpose of this report is to advise Council of progress of the Q‐WRAP pilot program as agreed to by the WBBROC

2 INTRODUCTION / BACKGROUND

The following is a summary of the first meeting of the WB ROC Q‐WRAP meeting as sent by Dr Rob Fearon.

WBBROC QWRAP Group ‐ 17 April 2013

Attendees

Cr Alan Bush Bundaberg Jeff Rohdmann Bundaberg Cr Rolf Light Fraser Coast Peter Care Fraser Coast Shaun Johnston Gympie Cr Barry Green South Burnett Russell Hood South Burnett Ross Kirkman LGAQ Rob Fearon qldwater

Apologies

Trevor Harvey North Burnett Summary 1. Opinions on optimal areas for collaboration varied, but there was general agreement on sharing strengths and jointly addressing gaps to strengthen the entire region. In particular there would be strong potential benefits in sharing knowledge, skills, staff, policy position/principles and possibly developing common standards and procurement approaches (see examples in Table 1 in the minutes). Not all areas would benefit members equally so a flexible and equitable approach must be developed to enable collaboration among councils.

2. It was recognised that a formal mechanism is needed to make collaboration sustainable and such a mechanism must allow for equitable sharing recognising the differing starting positions of each council. It was agreed that the best model should be considered as part of a broader review, but some of the initial options discussed are summarised in Table 2 in the minutes.

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3. It was agreed that a review of potential mechanisms for increasing regional collaboration should progress through three stages: 1. Review strengths and weakness in water and sewerage planning and management across the region. The aim would be to reveal areas of strength where one council may be able to provide support for others, but identify risks and gaps which might then be resolved through collaborative action. In the first instance, this review will be conducted in‐house with assistance from qldwater. 2. Based on information collected in Stage 1 the group should consider and assess potential alternative models that can address risks and gaps and take advantage of the strengths across the region. The model would need to create a sustainable and equitable collaborative mechanism and reflect sound business principles. 3. Summarise appropriate transition arrangements for any preferred model(s) including an analysis of associated costs and barriers. With the information collated in stages 1 and 2, the Stage 3 report must provide sufficient information to allow councillors in participating councils to consider at least three alternative models for increasing regional collaboration.

Table of Actions

No. Action Responsibility Due

1.1 Prepare Terms of Reference (TOR) reflecting the three stages of the required work.

Rob 19 April

1.2 Review draft TOR and return comments to Rob

All 26 April

1.3 Seek out‐of‐session consideration of TOR by each council for modification and endorsement at next WBBROC meeting.

Rob/Spencer June

1.4 Nominate representative(s) for the Steering Group.

Participating councils

End April

1.5 Convene next meeting of the Steering Group.

Rob/All Week commencing 6 May

1.6 Develop checklist for required information/data/documents on strengths, risks and gaps.

Rob 23 April

1.7 Review checklist and advise Rob of any gaps or areas which will be too onerous for council for data collection.

Each council representative

End April

1.8 Commence collation of information/data/documents on strengths, risks and gaps.


Ongoing but completed by end of May

1.9 Seek WBBROC endorsement of TOR and provide update on progress.

Rob/Steering Group

June ??th

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3 COMMUNITY / CORPORATE / OPERATIONAL PLAN Active membership of Q‐WRAP relates to the Community Plan Infrastructure Water section, the Corporate Plan Outcome 1 section 1.3 Infrastructure Delivery and the 2012/103 Operational Plan Section 1.3

4 POLICY IMPLICATIONS

Nil

5 STATUTORY REQUIREMENTS

Nil

6 FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

The only financial implication known at the time of writing is officer’s time to attend meetings

7 RISK MANAGEMENT

Nil. 8 CONSULTATION

Continuous consultation with other ROC members Water & Sewerage departments and Qldwater.

9 OPTIONS FOR COUNCIL TO CONSIDER

Information only

10 OFFICER’S COMMENTS

The possible successful completion of the regional alliance project with the water and sewerage departments will only occur by participation of all members from both a technical and political representation.

11 ATTACHMENTS

Minutes of first WBBROC Q‐WRAP meeting. 12 RECOMMENDATION

That Council appoints a political representative to accompany the Assistant Director to the next Q‐WRAP meeting (May 9)

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Attachment 1 Draft Minutes WBBROC QWRAP Group 17 April 2013

Attendees

Cr Alan Bush Bundaberg Jeff Rohdmann Bundaberg Cr Rolf Light Fraser Coast Peter Care Fraser Coast Shaun Johnston Gympie Cr Barry Green South Burnett Russell Hood South Burnett Ross Kirkman LGAQ Rob Fearon qldwater

Apologies

Trevor Harvey North Burnett

Main Discussion Items

1. Potential areas for collaboration 2. Possible models for sustained collaboration 3. Future process and Terms of Reference 4. Group Composition and Governance 5. Next steps and summary of actions.

QWRAP - An initiative of LGAQ & qldwater Supported by the Queensland Government represented by the Department of Energy and Water Supply p: 07 3632 6855 e: [email protected] w: www.qldwater.com.au/QWRAP

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Potential areas for collaboration.

Opinions on optimal areas for collaboration varied, but there was general agreement on sharing strengths and jointly addressing gaps to strengthen the entire region. In particular there strong potential benefits in sharing knowledge, skills, staff, policy position/principles and possibly developing common standards and procurement approaches (see Table 1 for some initial suggestions for further review). Not all areas would benefit members equally so a flexible and equitable approach must be developed to enable collaboration among councils. Table 1. Potential areas for collaboration for further discussion and analysis

Areas for collaboration1 Possible Risks/Barriers

Procurement Need for flexibility: diversity across the region could make some collaboration more costly.

Not all councils have 10 year plans

Economies of scale are not always achievable/ affordable

o Consultants (incl. balancing in‐house vs external)

o Suppliers – e.g. energy, chemicals, infrastructure

o R&D and Documentation

o Meter reading

o Emergency parts and spares

o Training

o Labs for water testing

o Levering loan agreements

Shared skills & services (normal & emergency) Political barriers

Distance (for sharing staff / kit)

Community perceptions of lack of skills of local government (i.e. building local vs regional workforce)

Trust in council (“branding” issue)

o Laboratory

o Engineering (e.g. Process, Structural, Project Man.)

o Staff

o Assets – when close (e.g. Monto)

o Major equipment (e.g. jet rodder, cctv etc.)

Shared platforms &/or standards across varied platforms

Council’s need to retain ownership of assets / income

Each council has existing commitments to different systems

- Assets register – work orders / maintenance

- Asset management system

o Bundaberg use “Authority”, “Civica” and “Ascetic”

o Fraser Coast is “Ascetic”, “Finance 1”, “Hansen”

o North Burnett use “Tech 1” (Finance) no A.M.

o Sth Burnett use “Tech 1”

o Gympie use “Conquest”

- Forecasting and capital works planning

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- Work request – proactive maintenance

- Job setting

- Condition monitoring

- Agreed scope for A.M. system

- Coms B/N finance & A.M. systems

Reporting to regulators

Increased negotiating power with State and Commonwealth governments

Industry standards

e.g. trade waste

Local version of WSAA/ SEQ Development Code

Shared knowledge

Regular technical meetings and updates

Common documents/library

Strategic planning on a regional scale

Transaction costs and need for facilitation.

SCADA + implementation A range of different existing systems. - Local integrator

- Servicing

- Platforms alarms

- PLC programming

- Call centres

Operations and Maintenance approaches

Care and maintenance / calibration of instruments

Biosolid Reuse

Broad range of different infrastructure and instrumentation.

Customers

Pricing principles (but not common pricing across the region)

Biosolid Reuse

Billing and water information (e.g. restrictions)

Prices will not go down and may increase (because of increasing standards, higher costs and moves towards cost‐reflective charging). This is not politically palatable (local and state) nor favoured by the community.

1. These initial suggestions came from participants during, and prior to, the April meeting.

Possible models for sustained collaboration

It was recognised that a formal mechanism is needed to make collaboration sustainable and such a mechanism must allow for equitable sharing recognising the differing starting positions of each council. It was agreed that the best model should be

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considered as part of a broader review, but some of the initial options discussed are summarised in Table 2. Table 2: Potential options for increasing collaboration raised at the meeting

Potential options for increased collaboration

Possible Risks/barriers

Increase meetings and facilitated sharing of information, knowledge and promote joint projects and skill sharing.

Time commitment of staff, transaction costs,

May not be sustainable in light of competing pressures and limited time.

Technical “flying squad” – building required regional expertise into a distinct business unit shared by each of the councils.

Balancing equity in cost and time for use by each council.

Ownership and governance structure.

Separate, joint or individual branding for best public perception.

Creation of another level (duplication) of bureaucracy/ management.

Difficulty for each council to ensure internal capacity if skills are concentrated into an external group.

Development of sub‐regional expertise in certain areas with sharing around the region

Political barriers and management processes for shared staff arrangement.

Balancing equity in cost and time for use by each participating council.

Community perception of focus on specific local skills.

Each of these initial ideas provides an example of one of the ‘Regional Alliances’ discussed as one of three potential models for Queensland in the Productivity Commission review of the national water industry. Such alliances could be mandatory or binding and range in scale and scope. The other models recommended for Queensland were a ‘Regional Corporations” and “Joint Local Government Owned Corporations” (called County Councils). The potential risks and benefits of these models were not discussed by the WBBROC group but would need to be included in a response to the national reviews. Future Process and Terms of Reference

It was agreed that a review of potential mechanisms for increasing regional collaboration should progress through three stages:

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4. Review strengths and weakness in water and sewerage planning and management across the region. The aim would be to reveal areas of strength where one council may be able to provide support for others, but identify risks and gaps which might then be resolved through collaborative action. In the first instance, this review will be conducted in‐house with assistance from qldwater and should cover (as a minimum) the opportunities explored above.

5. Based on information collected in Stage 1 the group should consider and assess potential alternative models that can address risks and gaps and take advantage of the strengths across the region. The model would need to create a sustainable and equitable collaborative mechanism and reflect sound business principles.

6. Summarise appropriate transition arrangements for any preferred model(s) including an analysis of associated costs and barriers. With the information collated in stages 1 and 2, Stage 3 must provide sufficient information to allow councillors in participating councils to consider at least three alternative models for increasing regional collaboration.

Risks and gaps that should be assessed in the analyses include:

cross subsidies between and within councils including cross subsidisation of small uneconomical schemes,

risks to broader council functions caused by changes to operations and governance of water and sewerage (e.g. council revenue and economies of scope),

gaps in spatial coverage of water and sewerage because council boundaries do not always align with catchments,

attraction and retention of appropriate skills and experienced staff across the region, and

balancing the constantly‐changing needs for staff, expenditure and emergency rmanagement over time through regional cooperation (i.e. increasing resilience).

These stages should be summarised in an updated Terms of Reference (ToR) which will then be agreed by the group prior to circulation for endorsement by each of the participating councils. If appropriate, the ToR can then be adopted at the next WBBROC meeting. Group Composition and Governance

The initial group that met on 17th April will (with the addition of appropriate members from North Burnett Regional Council) will form the basis of a continuing working group to progress the ToR subject to each participating council will nominate their members for the ongoing group. Fraser Coast has already nominated Lisa Desmond as the primary contact for this group. This group will be called the WBBROC, QWRAP Steering Group in recognition of its composition including Councillors, water professionals and council CEOs. It will report to the WBBROC which will provide oversight and governance direction.

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Updates/briefings will be provided as required to individual participating councils. The Steering Group will make recommendations (including the need for funding for external work as necessary) to the WBBROC for reference to councils as appropriate. Meetings will be held approximately monthly or as needed. Venues will be located according to convenience or rotated around the participating councils. Next Steps and Summary of Actions

The group agreed to proceed with initial collation of information on strengths, risks and gaps while the ToR is being finalised and endorsed. This stage will initially be completed in‐house by each council and facilitated by qldwater. A check‐list for the type of information required will be created by qldwater and circulated for comment prior to commencement. Table of Actions

No. Action Responsibility Due

1.1 Prepare Terms of Reference (TOR) reflecting the three stages of the required work.

Rob 19 April

1.2 Review draft TOR and return comments to Rob

All 26 April

1.3 Seek out‐of‐session consideration of TOR by each council for modification and endorsement at next WBBROC meeting.

Rob/Spencer June

1.4 Nominate representative(s) for the Steering Group.

Participating councils

End April

1.5 Convene next meeting of the Steering Group.

Rob/All Week commencing 6 May

1.6 Develop checklist for required information/data/documents on strengths, risks and gaps.

Rob 23 April

1.7 Review checklist and advise Rob of any gaps or areas which will be too onerous for council for data collection.


End April

1.8 Commence collation of information/data/documents on strengths, risks and gaps.


Ongoing but completed by end of May

1.9 Seek WBBROC endorsement of TOR and provide update on progress.

Rob/Steering Group

June ??th

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INFRA 04 – B DOUBLE APPLICATION ‐16015 REDBANK RD.

Responsible Officer: Ken Palmer Director Technical Services Report Prepared by: Warren Paulger Engineering Consultant

1. PURPOSE OF REPORT

This report recommends a response from Council to the Department of Transport and Main Roads in relation to a B‐Double permit application, seeking to utilise 25m B‐Double vehicles moving livestock and/or other produce to/from “Redbank Station” at 16015 Redbank Road using access via Eidsvold‐Theodore Road and Redbank Road to “Redbank Station”. 2. INTRODUCTION/BACKGROUND

This report has been prepared following a re‐inspection of Redbank Road to consider the suitability of the roads for 25m B‐Double usage to transport livestock from Redbank Station as per the application by D & B Cross Transport.

It should be noted that there is no current approved 25m B‐Double route leading to the Redbank Road segment off Eidsvold‐Theodore Road but this aspect will be addressed by Transport and Main Roads.

Previous applications for B‐Double permits on this section of Redbank Road (Eidsvold‐Theodore Rd to Yerilla Rd) have been recommended for refusal. 3. CORPORATE PLAN

Community Infrastructure and Disaster Management “1.3 Infrastructure Delivery”: Strategically plan, provide or facilitate community infrastructure and facilities that will meet community needs. Economic Development and Tourism “2.3 Business Growth”: Enhance relationships and networks with local businesses and the rural industry and assist them to grow through appropriate support and assistance. 4. POLICY IMPLICATIONS

None identified at this time. 5. STATUTORY REQUIREMENTS

While not a statutory requirement, this additional B‐Double Route assessment has been evaluated and reported by an experience local government engineer holding registration under the Professional Engineers Act, Qld. The assessment was undertaken with reference to and generally in line with the AustRoads Guidelines for Assessing Heavy Vehicle Access to Local Roads. 6. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

In general terms, the expansion of B‐Double route access across the North Burnett Regional Council has a financial implication on Council’s operational

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budget, given the warrant to maintain these roads to a higher level of safety and maintenance than would otherwise warrant. Any required upgrading would place a demand on Council’s capital and/or operational budget. The full cost impact would need further review and would likely be a budget type consideration rather than minor maintenance. 7. RISK MANAGEMENT

The focus of any B‐Double route assessment is based on safety for all road users and in making recommendations to Council, risk to all road users is the prime consideration. This can be evidenced by insufficient sight distances, sharp curves, long steep grade (stopping capacity), structures etc. A secondary consideration is the impact on the existing pavements. The vertical loadings per axle / axle group are no greater but the impact of the drive axles pulling the additional load can be detrimental to the pavements. This is particularly a concern where the vehicle is pulling up inclines especially out of gullies or floodway’s where the vehicle tyres can carry water onto unsealed pavements. Given that most of the route along Redbank Road is within timbered country, dappled shade across the roads at certain times of the day makes some features (e.g. grids, floodway’s, and curves) difficult to see / appreciate from a distance. The reasonable width clear zones can mitigate this effect. If the route is approved, the installation of road furniture to alert motorists to these features is important and would be recommended. This relates particularly to approaches to creek crossings / floodway’s and grids. 8. CONSULTATION

There has been no consultation with the applicant or the community in relation to this particular application. The applicant will be notified of the outcome of Council’s deliberations on the application once a resolution has been passed. The Department of Transport and Main Roads will also be advised of Council’s position on the application. 9. OPTIONS FOR COUNCIL TO CONSIDER

Receive the report and consider the recommendation for adoption. 10. OFFICER’S COMMENT / CONCLUSION

The Redbank Road segment of the route application within the North Burnett Regional Council area is, in general terms, suitable for B‐Double access, given the wide pavement formation but there are the following constraints along the route:

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Three narrow single lane grids (nominal 3.5m standard) including two

with approach curves would make crossing by a B‐Double difficult with

the rear axles possibly missing the grid and/or damaging the adjacent

fencing; and

Curves together with steep grades on approach/ exit to relatively

narrow constructed floodway’s such that

o Sight distances are compromised,

o Traction on exit grades are reduced and

o the rear axles of the B‐Double are likely to encroach onto

unconstructed adjacent road side.

There would be a work required to address the above issues to make this route compliant for approval by Council for B‐Double movements e.g. widening of at least one grid (order of $10,000 each) and road furniture and two floodway upgrades (order of $55,000).

There has been a previous application for a B‐Double route that included part of Redbank Rd. That application for a longer section of the road was refused. 11. ATTACHMENTS

None RECOMMENDATIONS It is recommended that:

1) “the Department of Transport and Main Roads be advised that Council does not endorse approval of the permit application for 25 metre B‐Double vehicles to travel from Eidsvold‐Theodore Road via Redbank Road to “Redbank Station”, 16015 Redbank Road, within the North Burnett Regional Council area due to the current standard of the Redbank Road, and

2) the applicant be advised of Council’s decision relating to this particular application.”

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INFRA 05 – B DOUBLE APPLICATION –CHESS PARK



This report recommends a response from Council to the Department of Transport and Main Roads in relation to a B‐Double permit application, seeking to utilise 25m B‐Double vehicles moving livestock and/or other produce to/from “Chess Park” at 16555 Redbank Road using access via Eidsvold‐Theodore Road and Redbank Road to “Chess Park”.

2. INTRODUCTION/BACKGROUND

This report has been prepared following a re‐inspection of Redbank Road to consider the suitability of the roads for 25m B‐Double usage to transport livestock from Chess Park as per the application by D & B Cross Transport.


Previous applications for B‐Double permits on this section of Redbank Road (Eidsvold‐Theodore Rd to Yerilla Rd) have been recommended for refusal.

3. CORPORATE PLAN

Community Infrastructure and Disaster Management “1.3 Infrastructure Delivery”: Strategically plan, provide or facilitate community infrastructure and facilities that will meet community needs. Economic Development and Tourism “2.3 Business Growth”: Enhance relationships and networks with local businesses and the rural industry and assist them to grow through appropriate support and assistance.

4. POLICY IMPLICATIONS

None identified at this time.

5. STATUTORY REQUIREMENTS

While not a statutory requirement, this additional B‐Double Route assessment has been evaluated and reported by an experience local government engineer holding registration under the Professional Engineers Act, Qld. The assessment

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was undertaken with reference to and generally in line with the AustRoads Guidelines for Assessing Heavy Vehicle Access to Local Roads. 6. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

In general terms, the expansion of B‐Double route access across the North Burnett Regional Council has a financial implication on Council’s operational budget, given the warrant to maintain these roads to a higher level of safety and maintenance than would otherwise warrant. Any required upgrading would place a demand on Council’s capital and/or operational budget. The full cost impact would need further review and would likely be a budget type consideration rather than minor maintenance.

7. RISK MANAGEMENT

The focus of any B‐Double route assessment is based on safety for all road users and in making recommendations to Council, risk to all road users is the prime consideration. This can be evidenced by insufficient sight distances, sharp curves, long steep grade (stopping capacity), structures etc. A secondary consideration is the impact on the existing pavements. The vertical loadings per axle / axle group are no greater but the impact of the drive axles pulling the additional load can be detrimental to the pavements. This is particularly a concern where the vehicle is pulling up inclines especially out of gullies or floodways where the vehicle tyres can carry water onto unsealed pavements. Given that most of the route along Redbank Road is within timbered country, dappled shade across the roads at certain times of the day makes some features (e.g. grids, floodways, and curves) difficult to see / appreciate from a distance. The reasonable width clear zones can mitigate this effect. If the route is approved, the installation of road furniture to alert motorists to these features is important and would be recommended. This relates particularly to approaches to creek crossings / floodways and grids. 8. CONSULTATION


Receive the report and consider the recommendation for adoption.

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10. OFFICER’S COMMENT / CONCLUSION


Two narrow single lane grids (nominal 3.5m standard) including one

with an approach curve would make crossing by a B‐Double difficult

with the rear axles possibly missing the grid and/or damaging the

adjacent fencing; and

Curves together with steep grades on approach/ exit to relatively

narrow constructed floodways such that

o Sight distances are compromised,

o Traction on exit grades are reduced and

o the rear axles of the B‐Double are likely to encroach onto


There would be a work required to address the above issues to make this route compliant for approval by Council for B‐Double movements e.g. widening of at least one grid (order of $10,000 each) and road furniture and two floodway upgrades (order of $45,000).

There has been a previous application for a B‐Double route that included part of Redbank Rd. That application for a longer section of the road was refused.

11. ATTACHMENTS

None

RECOMMENDATIONS It is recommended that:

3) “the Department of Transport and Main Roads be advised that Council does not endorse approval of the permit application for 25 metre B‐Double vehicles to travel from Eidsvold‐Theodore Road via Redbank Road to “Chess Park”, 16555 Redbank Road, within the North Burnett Regional Council area due to the current standard of the Redbank Road, and


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INFRA 06 – B DOUBLE APPLICATION ‐ 403 OAK PARK RD



This report recommends a response from Council to the Department of Transport and Main Roads in relation to a B‐Double permit application, seeking to utilise 25m B‐Double vehicles moving livestock between a Bancroft Company property at 403 Oak Park Road and the Burnett Highway within North Burnett Regional Council area.


This report has been prepared following an inspection of Oak Park Road to consider the suitability of Oak Park Road for 25m B‐Double usage to transport livestock along the road to Eidsvold‐Theodore Rd and subsequently to Burnett Highway as per the application by B & D Cross Transport.

It should be noted that there is NO approved 25m B‐Double routes leading to the Oak Park Road segment, including Eidsvold‐Theodore Rd. However, Transport and Main Roads shall undertake the requisite assessment for Eidsvold‐Theodore Road.

3. CORPORATE PLAN





While not a statutory requirement, this additional B‐Double Route assessment has been evaluated and reported by an experience local government engineer holding registration under the Professional Engineers Act, Qld. The assessment was undertaken with reference to and generally in line with the AustRoads Guidelines for Assessing Heavy Vehicle Access to Local Roads.

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6. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

In general terms, the expansion of B‐Double route access across the North Burnett Regional Council has a financial implication on Council’s operational budget, given the warrant to maintain these roads to a higher level of safety and maintenance than would otherwise warrant. Any required upgrading could place a demand on Council’s capital and/or operational budget. The full cost impact could need further review and would likely be a budget type consideration rather than minor maintenance.

7. RISK MANAGEMENT

The focus of any B‐Double route assessment is based on safety for all road users and in making recommendations to Council, risk to all road users is the prime consideration. A secondary consideration is the impact on the existing pavements. The vertical loadings per axle / axle group are no greater but the impact of the drive axles pulling the additional load can be detrimental to the pavements. This is particularly a concern where the vehicle is pulling up inclines especially out of gullies or floodways where the vehicle tyres can carry water onto unsealed pavements. Given that most of this route is within timbered country, dappled shade across the roads at certain times of the day makes some features difficult to see from a distance. The wide clear zones however mitigate this effect. If the route is approved, the installation of road furniture to alert motorists to these features, and maybe some additional clearing, is important and would be recommended. This relates particularly to approaches to creek crossings / floodways and grids. 8. CONSULTATION




Oak Park Road is through relatively flat terrain and has a standard of geometry than is to a standard than is typical of Council rural sealed roads. The road is, in general terms, suitable for B‐Double access given the wide gravel formation.

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However there are some issues that are a concern. These issues are of a relatively minor nature and Council could undertake the necessary improvements via a slightly increased level of maintenance. The issues of concern are:

Provide appropriate advisory/warning signage such as grid signage,

CAM’s at curves in/out of floodway, guide posts etc.as per MUTCD

(order of cost $3000), and

Additional clearing to improve the approach visibility for the single lane

grid at approximately Chainage 2.6km (order of cost ‐ $4000)

11. ATTACHMENTS

None


1. Subject to Part 2 of the recommendation being approved and the route subsequently approved by Transport and Main Road for B‐Double usage, Council undertake to upgrade road furniture and signage in accordance with MUTCD , and undertake additional clearing near the grid at chainage 2.6km,

2. the Department of Transport and Main Roads be advised that Council endorses, with conditions, approval of the 25m B‐Double application for access to the property on 403 Oak Park Road, as requested in this B & D Cross Transport application subject to the following conditions:

a) a maximum speed limit of 60kph is to be observed by B‐Double transports on this route, except where official traffic signs indicate a lower speed, and

b) the operation of B‐Double transports on these roads is to be suspended in the event of rainfall of 20mm or more being received in the area. Such access is to be restricted until such time as the road pavements and gullies dry sufficiently to prevent damage to the road surface by B‐Doubles using the road.

3. the applicant be advised of Council’s decision relating to this particular B‐Double Additional Route Application.

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INFRA 07 – B DOUBLE APPLICATION ‐156 TOLO RD



This report recommends a response from Council to the Department of Transport and Main Roads in relation to a B‐Double permit application, seeking to utilise 25m B‐Double vehicles moving livestock and/or other produce to/from the Bancroft Company property at 156 Tolo Road using access via Eidsvold‐Theodore Road, Rawbelle Road and Tolo Road. 2. INTRODUCTION/BACKGROUND

This report has been prepared following an inspection of Rawbelle and Tolo Roads to consider the suitability of the roads for 25m B‐Double usage to transport livestock from properties along the roads as per the application by B & D Cross Transport.

It should be noted that there is no current as‐of‐right 25m B‐Double route leading to the Rawbelle Road segment off Eidsvold‐Theodore Road but this aspect will be addressed by Transport and Main Roads.

3. CORPORATE PLAN

Community Infrastructure and Disaster Management “1.3 Infrastructure Delivery”: Strategically plan, provide or facilitate community infrastructure and facilities that will meet community needs. Economic Development and Tourism “2.3 Business Growth”: Enhance relationships and networks with local businesses and the rural industry and assist them to grow through appropriate support and assistance. 4. POLICY IMPLICATIONS

None identified at this time. 5. STATUTORY REQUIREMENTS

While not a statutory requirement, this additional B‐Double Route assessment has been evaluated and reported by an experience local government engineer holding registration under the Professional Engineers Act, Qld. The assessment was undertaken with reference to and generally in line with the AustRoads Guidelines for Assessing Heavy Vehicle Access to Local Roads. 6. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

In general terms, the expansion of B‐Double route access across the North Burnett Regional Council has a financial implication on Council’s operational

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budget, given the warrant to maintain these roads to a higher level of safety and maintenance than would otherwise warrant. Any required upgrading would place a demand on Council’s capital and/or operational budget. The full cost impact would need further review and would likely be a budget type consideration rather than minor maintenance. See Section 10 below for some initial order of costs associated with potential upgrades to consider the route for approval. 7. RISK MANAGEMENT

The focus of any B‐Double route assessment is based on safety for all road users and in making recommendations to Council, risk to all road users is the prime consideration. This can be evidenced by insufficient sight distances, long steep grade (stopping capacity), structures, cross falls, radii etc. A secondary consideration is the impact on the existing pavements. The vertical loadings per axle / axle group are no greater than other semi‐trailers but the impact of the drive axles pulling the additional load can be detrimental to the pavements. This is particularly a concern where the vehicle is pulling up inclines especially out of gullies or floodways where the vehicle tyres can carry water onto unsealed pavements. 8. CONSULTATION


Receive the report and consider the recommendation for adoption. 10. OFFICER’S COMMENT / CONCLUSION

The Rawbelle Road segment of the route application within the North Burnett Regional Council area is considered, in general terms, suitable for B‐Double access, given the wide pavement formation subject to upgrading of the advisory/warning signage and guide posts.

The Tolo Road segment of the route application within the North Burnett Regional Council area is, not considered suitable for B‐Double access due to the following constraints along the route:

The legs of the “Y” intersection appeared quite narrow and the tracking

rear axle could leave the gravel road edge with potential vehicle over‐

turning;

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There is a quite sharp corner at the bottom of the grade with a

significant cross‐fall that would be difficult for the 25m B‐Double to

traverse and with the risk of over‐turning;

The steep unsealed grade has significant cross‐fall and the gravel

showed considerable wash, indicating that the up‐hill table drains are

likely under sized. The extent of cross‐fall alone is an overturning

concern but in combination with any cross‐road wash, that risk

increases considerably. The loose nature of the gravel also creates a

safety concern for the ability of the truck to utilise its braking capacity

on the downhill movement.

There would be considerable work required to address the above issues to make this route compliant for approval by Council for B‐Double movements e.g. upgrade of Tolo Rd including intersection upgrade/improvements, upgrade of curve radius at bottom of grade and upgrade of the grade section (order of $70,000) and road furniture e.g. advisory / warning signs and guide posts (order of $5,000).

11. ATTACHMENTS

None RECOMMENDATIONS It is recommended that:

5) “the Department of Transport and Main Roads be advised that Council does not endorse approval of the permit application for 25 metre B‐Double vehicles to travel from Eidsvold‐Theodore Road via Rawbelle Road and Tolo Road to the Bancroft Company property at 156 Tolo Road, within the North Burnett Regional Council area due to the current standard of the Tolo Road, and


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INFRA 08 – B DOUBLE APPLICATION –QUAGGY PROPERTY



This report recommends a response from Council to the Department of Transport and Main Roads in relation to a B‐Double permit application, seeking to utilise 25m B‐Double vehicles moving livestock and/or other produce to/from “Quaggy” at 16604 Redbank Road using access via Eidsvold‐Theodore Road and Redbank Road to “Quaggy”.


This report has been prepared following a re‐inspection of Redbank Road to consider the suitability of the roads for 25m B‐Double usage to transport livestock from Quaggy as per the application by D & B Cross Transport.


Previous applications for B‐Double permits on this section of Redbank Road (Eidsvold‐Theodore Rd to Yerilla Rd) have been recommended for refusal.

3. CORPORATE PLAN





While not a statutory requirement, this additional B‐Double Route assessment has been evaluated and reported by an experience local government engineer holding registration under the Professional Engineers Act, Qld. The assessment

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was undertaken with reference to and generally in line with the AustRoads Guidelines for Assessing Heavy Vehicle Access to Local Roads. 6. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

In general terms, the expansion of B‐Double route access across the North Burnett Regional Council has a financial implication on Council’s operational budget, given the warrant to maintain these roads to a higher level of safety and maintenance than would otherwise warrant. Any required upgrading would place a demand on Council’s capital and/or operational budget. The full cost impact would need further review and would likely be a budget type consideration rather than minor maintenance.

7. RISK MANAGEMENT

The focus of any B‐Double route assessment is based on safety for all road users and in making recommendations to Council, risk to all road users is the prime consideration. This can be evidenced by insufficient sight distances, sharp curves, long steep grade (stopping capacity), structures etc. A secondary consideration is the impact on the existing pavements. The vertical loadings per axle / axle group are no greater but the impact of the drive axles pulling the additional load can be detrimental to the pavements. This is particularly a concern where the vehicle is pulling up inclines especially out of gullies or floodway’s where the vehicle tyres can carry water onto unsealed pavements. Given that most of the route along Redbank Road is within timbered country, dappled shade across the roads at certain times of the day makes some features (e.g. grids, floodway’s, and curves) difficult to see / appreciate from a distance. The reasonable width clear zones can mitigate this effect. If the route is approved, the installation of road furniture to alert motorists to these features is important and would be recommended. This relates particularly to approaches to creek crossings / floodway’s and grids. 8. CONSULTATION



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Two narrow single lane grids (nominal 3.5m standard) including one

with an approach curve would make crossing by a B‐Double difficult

with the rear axles possibly missing the grid and/or damaging the

adjacent fencing; and

Curves on approach/ exit to relatively narrow constructed floodway’s

such that the rear axles of the B‐Double are likely to encroach onto


There would be a work required to address the above issues to make this route compliant for approval by Council for B‐Double movements e.g. widening of at least one grid (order of $10,000 each) and road furniture and floodway upgrades (order of $30,000).

There has been a previous application for a B‐Double route that included part of Redbank Rd. That application for a longer section of the road was refused.

11. ATTACHMENTS

None


7) “the Department of Transport and Main Roads be advised that Council does not endorse approval of the permit application for 25 metre B‐Double vehicles to travel from Eidsvold‐Theodore Road via Redbank Road to “Quaggy”, 16604 Redbank Road, within the North Burnett Regional Council area due to the current standard of the Redbank Road, and


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