Nicklin Way, Third Avenue extension, new intersection
An ultimate project footprint has been identified for the Caloundra Transport Corridor Upgrade, including the Nicklin Way, Third Avenue extension.
The Caloundra Transport Corridor Upgrade aims to improve access into Caloundra's CBD.
The upgrade is being delivered in 2 sections, with Sunshine Coast Council responsible for Section 1 between Omrah Avenue to Arthur Street, and the department responsible for Section 2 the Nicklin Way, Third Avenue extension.
The primary goals of the Caloundra Transport Corridor Upgrade are to reduce congestion, improve traffic flow, enhance road access, promote active transportation, and contribute to the regional economy and growth.
Benefits
- Returns local roads
- Improves network efficiency
- Increases traffic flow
- Reduces peak hour congestion
- Better road access
- Reduces travel time
- Contributes to economy
- Contributes to regional growth
- Better active transport
Key features
The ultimate project footprint for Section 2 includes:
- a 4-way signalised intersection connecting Nicklin Way and Third Avenue
- 4 lanes (2 lanes in each direction) from Nicklin Way to Arthur Street
- compliant pedestrian crossings at intersections
- underpass at West Terrace for safer active transport movements
- new separated bike and pedestrian pathways to improve active transport access to Caloundra
- alignment north of Energex high voltage poles.
Funding
The Australian Government’s Independent Strategic Review of its Infrastructure Investment Program Review resulted in the project no longer receiving the previously committed $7 million Australian Government funding for the Nicklin Way, Third Avenue extension. Project cost and funding contributions are subject to further consideration and negotiation. Investment ID 1776710
Current status
The ultimate project footprint for the Caloundra Transport Corridor Upgrade, including the Nicklin Way, Third Avenue extension was released in August 2023. To view the ultimate project footprint, please visit Caloundra Transport Corridor Upgrade.
Final design for the Caloundra Transport Corridor Upgrade, including the Nicklin Way, Third Avenue extension, is progressing, taking into consideration delivery outcomes, active transport pathway locations, landscaping and environmental requirements. The fourth leg leading into Industrial Avenue will be subject to available funding.
Consultation
The project has established a Stakeholder Interest Group to gather community input during the detailed design phase. The group has shaped the design by addressing various concerns, including connectivity, vegetation impact, stormwater runoff quality, and active transport connections.
Further details about the group are available on the project consultation webpage.
Environment
The project understands the importance of Ben Bennett Bushland Park to the community and seeks to mitigate impacts through design. When mitigation is not possible, offset measures will be provided.
Nicklin Way, Third Avenue extension aerial view
Nicklin Way, Third Avenue extension location map
The map below shows the Nicklin Way, Third Avenue extension, which is one of two sections of the Caloundra Transport Corridor Upgrade.
