Brisbane Announces $110 Million Road-Resurfacing Blitz Under 'Operation Smooth'

Brisbane City Council is launching a major road-fixing campaign to resurface streets across the city's suburbs

Justin Tomlinson

Editor-in-Chief, Mora Discover

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Brisbane Announces $110 Million Road-Resurfacing Blitz Under 'Operation Smooth'

Brisbane roads are set for a major upgrade under a newly revealed council initiative named "Operation Smooth." The local council has committed $110 million to a massive road-fixing blitz designed to resurface streets across the city. The funding represents a significant investment aimed at improving the quality of Brisbane's road network.[1][2]

The extensive program will focus on laying down new asphalt to repair and smooth out worn-down thoroughfares. Residents throughout Brisbane's various suburbs are being encouraged to check if their local streets are in line to receive an asphalt upgrade under the newly announced council plan.[1][2]

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