A drone flyover of the Smithfield Bypass

RIC is an acronym that stands for Rapid Impact Compaction. It involves a machine, an excavator, a 50 tonne excavator, that has a purpose-built attachment that undertakes what is called Rapid Impact Compaction. Its purpose is to, basically compact loose materials in the ground underneath where we are trying to build the road. The design for the site and, based on the fact that we are building on an old landfill site, requires that we undertake RIC at about 2 metre centres. It's not a common construction technique and in fact this is a first for Cairns. This type of equipment and machinery has not been in this region before.

Video description: The Cairns Western Arterial Road Harley Street Intersection Upgrade will provide: • long-term improvements to traffic flow and safety during peak periods • upgrade to a 4 lane corridor between Kamerunga Road and Harley Street • improve pedestrian safety • improved access to public transport. It will improve safety for all road users by creating: • enhanced traffic flow • clearer cycleway lanes • smart pedestrian crossings • a new student walkway providing access to the Peace Lutheran College. More information at https://www.tmr.qld.gov.au/Projects/Name/C/Cairns-Western-Arterial-Road-Harley-Street-Intersection-Upgrade

Fly over of the Bruce Highway, Cairns Southern Access Corridor. More information and transcript available at https://www.tmr.qld.gov.au/cairnsbrucehighwaystage3

Piling works at McGregor Rd roundabout at the northern end of the Smithfield Bypass Project

Videography: Dean Haynes

Videography: Dean Haynes Editing: Dean Haynes