COMMUNITY

Construction to start on new pedestrian bridge

Construction has begun on the $6M Seib Rd Bridge project funded by the Australian and Qld Governments. The new pedestrian bridge aims to make crossing the North Maroochy River safer for locals who currently commute along Eumundi-Noosa Rd.

The Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) has partnered with Sunshine Coast Council (SCC) to develop the design for the bridge, boardwalk and pathway. SCC will lead the project through the construction phase and the new infrastructure will form part of the council’s local road and pedestrian network. The new bridge will run adjacent to the existing road bridge on Eumundi-Noosa Rd with construction expected to be completed by mid-2025, weather conditions permitting.

SCC Div 10 Cr David Law expressed his pleasure that construction has started, and that council would continue to collaborate with TMR throughout the construction phase. “I want to acknowledge our community’s support to get this project to the next stage,” Cr Law said.

State Member for Ninderry Dan Purdie said, “Since being elected seven years ago, I have stood with locals in the fight to fund this vital pedestrian upgrade. Not only has it been one of my top priorities, but the Eumundi community has also been calling for it for more than 20 years.

Mr Purdie continued: “The town of Eumundi has always been a special place on the Sunshine Coast for locals and visitors alike. It is important that our local infrastructure keeps pace with the rapid growth we are experiencing here.”

Eumundi Writers’ Festival

Save the date for the inaugural Eumundi Writers’ Festival, which is scheduled for 22-24 August in venues throughout Eumundi, including Berkelouw Books.

There will be opportunities for writers to pitch their work to published writers and publishers/ agents, plus “In Conversation” sessions with notable authors, family storytelling sessions, writing workshops and a poetry slam with workshops.

The festival is supported by Berkelouw Books, Matso's Sunshine Coast and the Sunshine Coast Council. Any writers, volunteers or potential sponsors with queries please contact: director@ eumundiwritersfestival.com.au.