Dametto Outlines Key Hinchinbrook Projects

Hinchinbrook MP and KAP Deputy Leader Nick Dametto at Gairloch.

6 November 2024

Member for Hinchinbrook and Katter’s Australian Party Deputy Leader, Nick Dametto, has outlined key priority projects for the Hinchinbrook electorate under the incoming Crisafulli government, emphasising the need for continued delivery of vital infrastructure projects in the region despite the change in administration.

“Significant work has been done to progress a number of key projects across Hinchinbrook and this must continue. A change of the guard should not mean we need to start again or slow down the momentum,” Mr Dametto said.

“Critical infrastructure projects in smaller communities matter too.”

“Projects such as the normalisation of Port Hinchinbrook and the current work being undertaken by Economic Development Queensland to purchase the developable propertied in liquidation are far too important to the greater Cardwell community for them to experience any setbacks. These residents have been living in limbo since Cyclone Yasi, and continuing with this process is essential for our region’s growth and prosperity.

“Road infrastructure must keep up with our ever-growing population. Transport and Main Roads projects like Northern Suburbs/Woolcock Street Redevelopment, Dallachy Road, and Gairloch also need to proceed. These projects are all at different stages but share something in common, they aren’t optional upgrades; they’re essential for safety and accessibility for thousands of users each day.

“Marine access is vital to ensure boaties have safe and fit for purpose boat ramp facilities, the Dungeness rock wall and dredging project must go ahead as a priority to restore near all tidal access to Enterprise Channel so that the Ingham Coast Guard can respond to calls for assistance when they are needed most.

“Places like Forrest Beach should not be left with untenable boat ramp options. There is a clear need for the ramp at Cassady’s to be relocated closer to the mouth of the creek as a matter of urgency.

“The Hinchinbrook electorate is a vast and growing electorate with mounting pressure from population growth. Infrastructure must keep up with demand if we are to continue enjoying our patch of paradise. I look forward to briefing the Premier and the new Minister’s on the projects that are important to us.”

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