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Smithfield Transport Corridor Upgrade

The Smithfield Transport Corridor Upgrade is a proposed new 3.8-kilometre road bypass to the east of the Captain Cook Highway between Yorkeys Knob Road roundabout and McGregor Road roundabout north of Cairns.

Building Queensland completed the detailed business case for the Smithfield Transport Corridor Upgrade Project in 2017.

View the Smithfield Transport Corridor Upgrade Detailed Business Case 2017 summary.

View the Smithfield Transport Corridor Upgrade Detailed Business Case 2017 Cost Benefit Analysis summary.

Last updated: 09 Nov 2021