Traffic restrictions lifted on Alexandra Range
Shire roads
The stop-start journey through Alexandra Range is over, with contractors wrapping up essential roadworks along Cape Tribulation Road.
A further seven sites along this busy tourism route - damaged during ex-Tropical Cyclone Jasper - have now been repaired, meaning traffic-control measures are no longer required.
The 5am to midnight closure and vehicle restrictions have been lifted, restoring full access for residents, visitors and tourism operators.
Crews are scheduled to return in September to complete repairs at the final two sites. However, any traffic delays during this phase are expected to be significantly shorter.
Douglas Shire Mayor Lisa Scomazzon welcomed the news.
“It’s been a challenging time for residents north of the Daintree River, and I want to thank them for their patience and resilience while these vital works were carried out,” Mayor Scomazzon said.
“Tourism operators working to tight schedules will also be relieved, as travel through to Cape Tribulation becomes smoother and more predictable.
“I once again commend the contractors for their tireless efforts along Alexandra Range - it’s incredible to see how far we’ve come since Jasper caused such devastating damage.”
“I would also like to recognise the traffic controllers who have done an outstanding job… punctuating the journey through the rainforest with smiles and waves!”
In January DSC staff said they were aiming to have the works finished by May.
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