Beware of trucks on the road as harvest season ramps up
Last harvest
Douglas Shire motorists are being warned by the state Transport and Main Roads Department (TMR) to be aware of cane trucks on our roads across coming months.
With the harvest season running from June to December, sugar cane is being transported by truck from Mossman to the Mulgrave Mill in Gordonvale.
“The roads expected to see significantly increased activity include Mossman-Mount Molloy Road, Captain Cook Highway, Sheridan Street, Mulgrave Road, Cairns Western Arterial Road, Bruce Highway and local roads in Gordonvale,” TMR states.
Keep a safe distance to allow for sudden stops or turns, stay patient, plan your journey and prepare enough time for roadworks sites on Captain Cook Highway, are some recommendations.
“If you are the last vehicle in a queue, turn on your hazard lights to alert others.”
TMR said it was working with the state Primary Industries Department, MSF Sugar and the truck company to help minimise disruptions during the cane harvest season.
For further details, check the QLDTraffic website or call 131940.
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