On 11 November 2009, the Federal Environment Minister announced his proposed decision to reject the Traveston Crossing Dam Project. Queensland's Premier has outlined a six month buy back scheme for the former Mary Valley landowners who voluntarily sold properties as part of the Traveston Crossing Dam Project.
After three years of environmental assessment, the first stage of Traveston Crossing Dam has today been approved by Queensland’s Coordinator-General.
To view the full media release issued by the Queensland Premier go to http://www.cabinet.qld.gov.au/MMS/StatementDisplaySingle.aspx?id=66678
6 November 2008 - Major projects, like the $1.6 billion Traveston Crossing Dam Project, will support infrastructure growth on the Sunshine Coast, Queensland Water Infrastructure Pty Ltd (QWI) CEO Graeme Newton told delegates at the State of the Region conference today.
3 June 2008 - A dam at Traveston Crossing would be full and overflowing today, with good stream flows passing the dam site.
30 April 2008 - Wide Bay Institute of TAFE and Queensland Water Infrastructure Pty Ltd (QWI) have signed an agreement that will give locals the opportunity to enter into the booming construction industry.
Mary River viewed from Vic Olsen Bridge, 3 January 2008
