$40.1 million investment to deliver critical infrastructure

Published on 28 September 2026

Livingstone Shire is set to benefit from $40.1 million in Queensland Government funding through the Residential Activation Fund (RAF) Round 2, supporting two major infrastructure projects in Taroomball and Hidden Valley.

The funding will deliver critical road, water, sewer and stormwater infrastructure to support the Capricorn Coast's growing communities and help ensure housing supply and essential services keep pace with future demand.

The successful projects are:

• $15.5 million for the Taroomball Residential Precinct - Trunk Roads project, submitted by Livingstone Shire Council, to construct Chandler Road West between Tanby Road and Carige Boulevard, including a new intersection at Tanby Road, flood-capable crossing over Ross Creek, and extension of Carige Boulevard.

• $24.6 million for The Pines at Hidden Valley, submitted by Wilgrow Properties, to deliver connector roads, trunk water and sewer mains, a sewer pump station, stormwater infrastructure and associated electrical and telecommunications services.

The combined investment represents a significant outcome for the Capricorn Coast and follows ongoing collaboration between the Queensland Government, Livingstone Shire Council and the private sector to deliver infrastructure needed to support the region's future.

Member for Keppel Nigel Hutton said the investment would unlock significant new housing opportunities in Taroomball and Hidden Valley. 

“These communities are at the heart of the Capricorn Coast’s growth, and this investment will help make sure that growth can continue while protecting the lifestyle we all enjoy,” Mr Hutton said. 

“Delivering for regional Queensland looks like building the infrastructure we need today so more Queenslanders can find a home tomorrow.” 

Livingstone Shire Council Mayor Adam Belot welcomed the funding outcome, saying it would deliver critical infrastructure benefits for current and future residents.

“The Capricorn Coast continues to attract families, workers and investment, and getting the infrastructure in place to create liveable communities is critical to ensuring we grow in a planned and sustainable way,” Mayor Belot said.

“This investment shows what can be achieved when all levels of government work together – delivering the infrastructure our community needs now, while creating the foundations for a connected, liveable and prosperous Capricorn Coast into the future.”

“Population growth is already placing increasing pressure on key parts of our transport network, particularly Taranganba Road, and that's why infrastructure like Chandler Road West is so important.”

“In addition to supporting future housing supply, this project will help manage worsening traffic congestion, improve connectivity, provide an additional crossing of Ross Creek and integrate with the future East West Connector.”

“It's about building a smarter, more connected network that supports existing residents, unlocks future housing opportunities and ensures we stay ahead of growth rather than trying to catch up with it.”

Wilgrow Properties Engineering Director Kym Wilkinson said the funding would significantly accelerate delivery of The Pines at Hidden Valley.

“The one piece we could not carry on our own was the trunk infrastructure, but the Crisafulli Government's Residential Activation Fund covers the connector roads, the trunk water and sewer, the pump station and the stormwater works.

“That brings our delivery forward by up to 10 years and Capricorn Coast families will see lots come to market when they need them, not a decade from now.”

The Residential Activation Fund supports the delivery of enabling infrastructure needed to bring forward residential development and increase housing supply across Queensland.