NQLD Branch Site Tour & Networking Event

The IQA NQLD Branch invites members and non-members to participate in a site tour of the Townsville Connection Road, followed by networking refreshments.

 

Date: Wednesday 29 May 2024
Time: 2:00pm - 6.00pm (inclusive of site tour)
Site Tour Venue: TMR | Townsville Connection Road | 36 Jurekey St, Cluden QLD 4811
Post Site Tour Networking Venue: Townsville Yacht Club | 1 Plume St, South Townsville, QLD 4810 | Directions Here

CPD: Up to 1.5 hours | Informal Learning

Bus provided to Connection Compound for onsite tour: Departs and returns from Townsville Yacht Club, Townsville.

Parking: Street parking surrounding the Yacht Club for attendees only.

PPE: Hard hat, Safety glasses, high vis long sleeve shirt or long sleeve shirt with hi vis vest, long pants and safety boots.

Induction: All attendees are required to complete an induction at the compound and are required to present their ID such as drivers licence, and their Construction White Card.

**All attendees are required to travel by bus to the Connection Compound.

About The Townsville Connection Road  

The Townsville Connection Road is being upgraded to dual lanes between University Road and Bowen Road Bridge. The project includes upgrades at 3 intersections: Gartrell Drive, Mervyn Crossman Drive/Fairfield Waters Drive and Kokoda Street.

The section of road carries around 24,000 vehicles daily. The surrounding area is experiencing residential and commercial growth, and increased traffic is forecast. 

   
 Pre-construction    Current RAB 


Key features:

  • Upgrading Townsville Connection Road to 4 lanes between University Road and Bowen Road Bridge.
  • Replacing the roundabout at the Townsville Connection Road and Mervyn Crossman Drive/Fairfield Waters Drive with a signalised intersection.
  • Signalising the Gartrell Drive and Kokoda Street intersections to allow safer side street access.
  • Safety upgrades for pedestrians and bicycle riders, including wider paths, better connections, and safer crossings.
 

Program 

2:00pm   Arrival & Registration - Townsville Yacht Club
2:15pm    Bus departs Yacht Club for Connection Compound 
2:30pm    Arrival and Induction at Connection Compound | Site tour to commence 
4:00/4:30pm    Bus departs Compound for Townsville Yacht Club 
4:30pm    Networking Drinks and nibbles at Townsville Yacht Club 
6:00pm    Conclusion


Who should attend: 

  • Quarry site personnel and associated roles such as human resources, finance, administration, safety environment, planning, logistics and sales
  • Contractors
  • Equipment manufacturers and suppliers
  • Consultants
  • Students and academics
  • Young Members (35 years of age and under)
  • Anyone with an interest in the extractive and associated industries

Registration
Members: $60.00pp 
Non-Members: $90.00pp (to become a member, click here)
Registration includes: tour, bus transfer, refreshments and nibbles.  

Registration closes: 24 May 2024

 

Event Sponsor: SITECH Construction Systems Pty Ltd
SITECH Construction Systems specialise in delivering top-of-the-line hardware and software solutions tailored to elevate productivity and efficiency within the construction industry. From advanced machine control systems to precise site positioning tools and comprehensive construction asset management software, they offer a suite of innovative solutions designed to streamline your projects.

   

Disclaimer:
All information is correct at the time of publication.  The IQA reserves the right to alter or delete items as required, and takes no responsibility for any errors, omissions or changes.

 
When
29/05/2024 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
E. Australia Standard Time
Where
Meet At Townsville Yacht Club 1 Plume St Townsville 4810
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