BRISBANE, Queensland, Aug. 31 -- The Queensland Department of the Premier and Cabinet issued text of the following statement:

Minister for Transport and Main Roads

The Honourable Brent Mickelberg

* The Cairns Western Arterial Road duplication is one step closer with early works commencing today. * Early works will include relocation of water and sewer infrastructure to reduce future disruptions. * The Cairns Western Arterial Road duplication will help get Far NorthQueenslanders home sooner and safer. * The works are part of the Section 1 upgrade between Lake Placid Road and the Captain Cook Highway, jointly funded by theAlbanese and Crisafulli Governments.

The duplication of the Cairns Western Arterial Road is one step closer with early...