Bitumen reseal program contributes to a safer, cleaner Western Downs

Published on 24 March 2025

Western Downs Regional Council has recently completed the 2024-25 Regional Road Reseal Program, which delivers essential repairs and renewals to the region's bitumen roads while working towards a cleaner, greener future.

Councillor for Works and Technical Services Greg Olm said the resealing program helped to ensure the longevity of the region's bitumen roads, while reducing impacts on the environment.

"Council is committed to delivering a safe and well-maintained road network that keeps our region connected, which is why we continue to invest in important works such as bitumen resealing," Cr Olm said.

"As part of this financial year's Regional Reseal Program, Council has delivered a $3.4 million program right across the Western Downs, which equates to more than 1.48 million litres of bitumen over 620,000 square metres of road surface.

"Our Reseal Program also has an added environmental benefit in that around 188,000 kilograms of recycled rubber was used as part of the bitumen mixture. That's the equivalent of around 24,200 passenger car tyres.

"This recycled rubber - which is sourced from old tyres - is not only environmentally friendly, but also provides a more durable, high-quality product."

The Western Downs is home to the largest road network in Queensland with almost 10,000km of road to maintain including around 2,200km of State-controlled roads.

For more information contact Council on 1300 268 624 (COUNCIL) or visit www.wdrc.qld.gov.au