Construction of Nambour's long-awaited CBD streetscape improvements is now expected to begin in February, following the closure of tenders for the first stage of the project.
Division 10 Councillor David Law told the Nambour Chamber of Commerce that tenders had closed the previous week and he expected an outcome by the end of November.
“For those of you who are waiting for news on the first stage of the streetscape of Nambour happening, the tenders for that job closed last week,” Cr Law said.
“I expect to know by the end of the month the outcome of that. And the intention is that construction will begin in February.”
However, he acknowledged the frustration surrounding previous delays.
“Now that makes me intensely nervous because those of you who were here about 12 months ago heard me say the exact same thing,” he said.
“So a year later, I expect construction will begin in February.”
Cr Law thanked Nicklin MP Marty Hunt and the State Government for supporting the project.
He also praised the strong attendance at the Chamber gathering and the collaborative efforts of local businesses and community organisations.
“Of all the chamber catch-ups I've been to, I don't think I've seen so many people,” he said.
Cr Law encouraged residents to support the Nambour All Day Christmas Festival on December 20, describing it as another example of community groups joining forces to create something positive for the town.
The proposed February construction start remains subject to the tender process being finalised.
Division 10 Councillor David Law .