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Major projects understandably attract most of the attention.
New community hubs, major roadworks and infrastructure that unlocks housing are important investments in the future of the Whitsundays.
But good communities are also shaped by hundreds of smaller improvements that people use every day.
At Dingo Beach, Council has rebuilt the swimming enclosure, renewed the foreshore playground and is adding an outdoor shower near the upgraded amenities.
Across Bowen, playgrounds and BBQ shelters are being renewed at Horseshoe Bay, Rose Bay, Hansen Park and the Front Beach, while exercise equipment at Queens Beach is also being upgraded.
Rotary Park in Proserpine has received a playground refresh, and ageing playground assets are being renewed in Collinsville, Scottville and Mt Coolon.
Across the region, Council’s parks renewal program has addressed more than 75 ageing or weather-damaged assets across 23 parks.
There is similar work happening across our road network, including the planned replacement of two ageing timber bridges on Kelsey Creek Road, an important connection for residents, agriculture and heavy vehicles.
Individually, these projects may not make front-page news.
But a safer playground, better public amenities, a renewed park or a more reliable local road can make a very real difference to the people who use them every day.
Building a better Whitsundays means delivering the major infrastructure our growing region needs while also continuing to improve the places and services that shape everyday life.
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