Drilling and piling works have commenced at the Bundaberg Waste Facility as part of a project to upgrade the site’s weighbridges and improve the experience for facility users.
The work at University Drive will establish the foundations needed to support new weighbridges, which are being constructed on historical waste material.
Bundaberg Regional Council Mayor Helen Blackburn said the piling works were an important first step in delivering broader improvements.
“These initial works are essential to providing the structural support required for the new weighbridges, given the unique ground conditions at the facility,” she said.
“Once this stage is complete, the project will progress to the construction of concrete footings and the installation of the new weighbridges.”
Water, Waste and Renewable Economy portfolio spokesperson Cr Jason Bartels said the upgraded weighbridges would deliver a range of benefits for the facility.
“We want to make visiting the Bundaberg Waste Facility as straightforward and efficient as possible for the community,” he said.
“These improvements will help streamline the movement of vehicles through the site, support more effective separation of waste and recyclable materials and contribute to a safer environment for both customers and staff.”
Existing traffic conditions are expected to remain largely unchanged throughout construction.
A temporary side track has been established to allow vehicles to access designated areas while sections of the works are underway.
“Facility users can continue to access the site during construction and we ask everyone to take care, follow the signage and directions in place and allow a little extra time for their visit if needed,” Cr Bartels said.
“Sufficient signage will be installed to guide customers safely through the facility and around any temporary changes to vehicle movements.”
The project is expected to be completed by the end of the 2026-27 financial year.
