Inland Queensland Roads Action Plan A regional development initiative for Australia
Regional engagement roads forums in Longreach, Mount Isa RRTGs encouraged and financed RDA to help take initial steps to develop IQ-RAP Now funded by 33 LGAs, 8 RRTGs, 4 RDAs, the NQ RDA Alliance and RACQ IQ-RAP is a bipartisan initiative Also strong support from industry groups 2
IQ-RAP vision is to increase the quality and accessibility of the road network to maximise the economic prosperity of inland Queensland, contributing to Australia s productivity, quality of life, safety and equity outcomes. IQ-RAP will deliver: Improved safety outcomes Sustainable jobs Improved productivity for businesses along supply chains Enhanced competitiveness of exporters Improved infrastructure to support new private sector investment Resilience and more reliable connectivity for the delivery of goods and services 3
IQ-RAP Region: 19% of Australia s area 82% of Queensland s area Unemployment is high 7.6% and growing Greater regional Queensland: Contributes $150 billion p.a./ approx 10% of Australia s GDP 52% of Queensland s GSP IQ-RAP region = 33 funding partner councils Greater regional QLD = outside Greater Brisbane 4
IQ-RAP goals are to: identify key transport routes linking markets and producers in the north and south of Australia, and west and east to ports and overseas markets identify key transport routes to provide strategic all-weather access alternatives to the coastal route resilient networks from the Gulf to the South-West to the East improve the safe, effective and efficient transit of freight efficient vehicles (FEV) Open up new tourism routes Improve the robustness of funding decisions 5
Multi-criteria analysis (MCA) of 16,000 km of inland roads assessed: Economic value Safety Strategic intent Access Social value To meet existing government Vision Standard, the MCA identified: 3,000 km of strategically important road requiring upgrade 300 bridges and culverts requiring upgrade Mix of national, state and local roads No gold-plating No blue sky 6
Prioritised projects into a program of works to maximise return on investment: Average $277 million / p.a. over 18 year program life 4 tranches to maximise strategic funding benefit Projects fell broadly equally by region and period RRTGs Strategic estimate in total $m Future investment $m in each period 1-5 yr 6-10 yr 11-15 yr 15-18 yr South West 694 86 343 265 Outback 903 106 337 410 50 North West 1,222 176 305 307 434 Bowen Basin, Rockhampton, Gladstone 964 220 424 320 Whitsunday 417 92 126 81 118 North Queensland 491 170 132 189 Far North Queensland 321 72 146 103 TOTAL 5,012 922 1,813 1,675 602 Based on 2015$ 7
The IQ-RAP network: Eastern and Western Zones Prioritised works identified when to start and be completed Red = complete to vision standard within 5 years Yellow = complete to vision standard within 10 years Blue = complete to vision standard within 18 years 8
Scale of works packages: Modest few projects over $100 million Many small-scale local projects suiting local resourcing Many progressive widening, sealing, drainage programs over multiple years Photo courtesy of Mount Isa City Council 9
IQ-RAP Challenges traditional road funding models: Most traffic is on the coastal strip so most money is spent there Coastal network is inefficient, impacted greatly by climatic events and off-limits to FEV Funding is competitive on a project-by-project basis with a limited strategic network-wide view Funding attraction is based on increasing local capacity to resolve congestion and black spots rather than creating alternate routes to reduce demand 10
IQ-RAP supports governments objectives: Enhances Australian Government delivery of the Northern Australia agenda Improved infrastructure (and connectivity between northern and southern markets) Key industry pillars - food and agribusiness, resources and energy, tourism, defence Attract new investment Photo courtesy of Isaac Regional Council Increasing exports Increasing productivity cost neutral if it drives an 0.2% increase in productivity 11
IQ-RAP aligns with Infrastructure Australia s Australian Infrastructure Plan, and Recommendation 4.1 in particular: State and territory governments should deliver long-term regional infrastructure plans. These plans should: Identify gaps in infrastructure networks and identify priorities to support productive regional industries; Be developed with involvement from all levels of government to help coordinate investments and remove duplication; Provide transparency for the private sector to allow for government funding to be leveraged and private investment to be maximised; and Assess the potential for regions to ease pressure on our largest cities. 12
IQ-RAP aligns with the State Infrastructure Plan Strategy The SIP identifies productivity as the top key challenge for Queensland. The SIP identifies the directions to go forward: Finding the right solutions: better planning and assessment The most effective funding and financing options available The most efficient procurement: lower costs for business. Getting the most from what we have: better use of existing assets Better engagement: understanding needs and setting expectations
IQ-RAP Aligns with TMR s Strategic Plan Organisation Alignment TMR TMR Strategic Plan We contribute to the government s objectives for the community by delivering a transport network that: Is customer centric Is efficient and affordable Considers the environment Responds to emergencies Is resilient Provides jobs Encourages economic prosperity Is prepared for the future impact from the actions of today Our customers Innovation - Lead for innovation to inspire new and different ways of doing things - Connect and partner with industry and community to design for the future Liveable regions and active cities - Integrate land use and transport to promote community cohesion, economic development and environmental sustainability - Promote and invest in active and public transport solutions that support broader community benefits - Prepare for the freight tasks of tomorrow - Protect, maintain and operate our network to ensure resilience and safety Contemporary workforce Sustainable funding Regulation 14
IQ-RAP Advocacy to Date Australian Government Parliament Presentation to the Joint Select Committee on Northern Australia Minister for Resources, Energy and Northern Australia the Hon Josh Frydenberg MP Minister for Major Projects, Territories and Local Government the Hon Paul Fletcher MP Minister for Northern Australia, Senator the Hon Matt Canavan Assistant Minister for Defence The Hon Michael McCormack MP (former Assistant Minister to the Deputy Prime Minister) Assistant Minister to the Prime Minister Senator the Hon James McGrath Shadow Minister for Regional Development and Local Government the Hon Julie Collins MP Shadow Minister for Infrastructure and Transport, Cities, Tourism the Hon Anthony Albanese MP Senator the Hon Ian Macdonald Senator the Hon Jan McLucas Senator the Hon Glenn Lazarus Member for Brand the Hon Gary Gray AO MP Member for Dawson the Hon George Christensen MP Member for Herbert the Hon Ewen Jones MP Member for Kennedy the Hon Bob Katter MP Office of the Hon Warren Truss MP, Member for Wide Bay Senior Advisor Simon Kelly Office of the Minister for Infrastructure and Transport the Hon Darren Chester Assistant Advisor Infrastructure Chris Daffey Office of the Minister for Regional Development, Minister for Regional Communications, Minister for Rural Health, Senator the Hon Fiona Nash Senior Advisor Sam Harma Office of the Minister for Indigenous Affairs Senator the Hon Nigel Scullion - Senior Advisor Jacob Pilot Government Departments/Agencies Northern Australia Co-operative Research Centre (CRC) Interim Chair John Warton Infrastructure Australia Chief Executive Officer Philip Davies Department of Infrastructure and Regional Development, North West Roads Infrastructure Investment Division General Manager Roland Pittar, Christina Garbin and team Department of Industry, Regional Development, Executive Director Local Government and Territories Robyn Fleming Department of Industry, Innovation and Science, Head of Division Portfolio Strategic Policy Mike Lawson and Assistant Manager Paul James Department of Industry, Regional Development, Office of Northern Australia Head Mark Coffey
IQ-RAP Advocacy to Date Queensland Government Parliament Minister for Disability Services, Seniors and Assisting the Premier on North Queensland The Hon Coralee O Rourke Minister for State Development and Minister for Natural Resources and Mines the Hon Dr Anthony Lynham Assistant Minister Local Government the Hon Jennifer Howard Deputy Opposition Leader the Hon John-Paul Langbroek Shadow Minister for Local Government and Main Roads, Community Recovery and Resilience the Hon Fiona Simpson Shadow Minister for Infrastructure, Planning, Small Business, Employment and Trade the Hon Tim Nicholls Shadow Minister for Natural Resources and Mines, State Development and Northern Development the Hon Andrew Cripps Member for Burdekin Dale Last - Member for Dalrymple Shane Knuth Member for Gregory Lachlan Millar Member for Mount Isa Robbie Katter Member for Thuringowa Aaron Harper Member for Townsville Scott Stewart Member for Whitsundays Jason Costigan Office of the Minister for Main Roads, Road Safety and Ports and Minister for Energy, Biofuels and Water Supply the Hon Mark Bailey - A/Chief of Staff Tam van Alphen Office of the Minister for Transport and the Commonwealth Games the Hon Stirling Hinchliffe - Senior Transport Advisor Isuru Neelagama Departments Department of the Premier and Cabinet, Senior Executive Director, North Queensland, Policy Division Craig Wilson and Senior Director Economic Policy Nick Dowie Queensland Treasury, Deputy Under Treasurer, Commercial Advisory Warwick Agnew and Director Budget Portfolios Division David Jackson Department Infrastructure, Local Government and Planning, Deputy Director General, Infrastructure Policy and Planning Darren Crombie and Director Infrastructure Policy and Planning Dr Lisa Pollard and Director Infrastructure Planning Services Stephen Webster Department of Tourism, Events and Small Business, Senior Project Officer Industry Development Lisa Travers Department of Transport and Main Roads: Deputy Director-General Policy, Planning and Investment Matt Longland; Acting General Manager Portfolio Investment and Programming Ann-Maree Knox; Director (Government Partnerships) Freight and Partnerships, Transport Strategy and Planning Michelle Connolly; Transport Strategy and Planning, Director (Freight) Russell Hoelz
IQ-RAP Advocacy to Date Industry Stakeholders Agforce Queensland, Grains Policy Director Tamara Badenoch/Livestock Policy Officer and Wool Policy Director Michael Allpass ARRB Group, Regional Manager (QLD/NT) Carlos Rial Australian Asphalt Pavement Association, State Executive Officer (Qld) Robert Vos Australian Local Government Association, Chief Executive Officer Adrian Beresford-Wylie Australian Trade Commission, Senior Investment Specialist Hugh Funder Australian Trucking Association, National Manager Government Relations and Policy Bill McKinley Building Queensland, Chief Executive Officer David Quinn Campervan and Motorhome Club of Australia, Manager Government and Stakeholder Communications Colin Balfour Civil Train QLD, Chief Executive Officer Robert Row CSIRO, Principal Research Scientist Dr Andrew Higgins Growcom, Chief Executive Officer Pat Hannan Infrastructure Association of Queensland, Chief Executive Officer Steve Abson and IQ-RAP Secretariat Glenys Schuntner made a presentation at the launch of Economic Enabling Taskforce Infrastructure Australia, Chief Executive Officer Philip Davies, Executive Director Policy and Research Adrian Dwyer and Senior Advisor Policy and Research Jon Frazer Infrastructure Partnerships Australia, Senior Manager Economics, Project Finance and Utilities Robert Montgomery and Senior Policy Officer David Jiang Local Government Association Queensland, General Manager Advocacy Greg Hoffman and Manager - Advocacy Infrastructure, Economics and Regional Development Simone Talbot National Heavy Vehicle Regulator, Executive Director Engagement and Partnerships Karen Vohland and Director Access Peter Caprioli National Road Transport Association, Policy Officer Bryan Mundy North West Commerce, Board Members Peta MacRae and Russell Harper Queensland Farmers Federation, Chief Executive Officer Ruth Wade Queensland Resource Council, Chief Executive Michael Roche and Director Economic and Infrastructure Policy Andrew Barger Queensland Tourism Industry Council, Chief Executive Officer Daniel Gschwind and Deputy CEO Brett Kapernick Queensland Transport and Logistics Council, Chief Executive Officer Dr Rebecca Michael
Support for IQ-RAP Senator James McGrath Letter to Minister Chester 12.4.16 "I believe that the IQ-RAP proposal offers a long-term approach to road planning and funding in regional Queensland that aligns with the Government's priorities for the development of our agricultural sector and Northern Australia more generally." "The proposal would also offer national benefits to freight and supply chain routes, boost trade and productivity, and support jobs and growth particularly in regional communities." Queensland Farmers' Federation Letter of support 26.2.16 "With much talk of opening up new industries and regions to more intensive agricultural and horticultural production particularly in north Queensland, improved transport infrastructure will be essential." "..offers a great roadmap for future investment and development of road transport infrastructure across the state.." MITEZ Letter of support 26.2.16 "The road transport network along the MITEZ corridor, connecting the regions vast resources to supply chains and export markets is the single most important facet of infrastructure for the region; its quality, development and accessibility supporting economic development, productivity improvements and the sustainability and growth of industry, business and communities." Queensland Tourism Industry Council Letter of support 4.4.16 "High-quality, safe, efficient and sustainable road infrastructure is required to support tourism's ongoing growth and the market competiveness of Queensland as a destination. Investing in and appropriately prioritising the infrastructure upgrading needs of the inland Queensland road network is crucial for the development of tourism and regional economic development in Queensland." 18
Support for IQ-RAP (cont) Queensland Resources Council Letter to Minister Mark Bailey 24.3.16 QRC "..regards the plan as an outstanding example of local government leadership. "The IQ-RAP plan recognises that Queensland enjoys a decentralised regional economy where roads are often a critical part of the logistics chain for both key business inputs and for exporting products to market. Queensland Resources Council Letter to Minister Darren Chester 23.3.16 "The resource industry's view is that the further development of the (IQ-RAP) plan offers the potential to maximise the economic prosperity of inland Queensland. As such, the development and implementation of the plan will contribute to Australia's productivity, quality of life, safety and equity outcomes." Gulf Savannah Development "GSD is aware of a number of investors currently exploring opportunities in our region such as the Three Rivers Irrigation Project proposed by Stanbroke in the Carpentaria Shire. Quality roads infrastructure will ensure that the region continues to attract investors such as Stanbroke." Campervan and Motorhome Club of Australia Letter of support 18.3.16 "With approximately 66,000 Members, the Campervan and Motorhome Club of Australia (CMCA) is by far the nation's largest recreational vehicle club, many of which travel to Queensland utilising the inland roads. We are strong advocates of road safety for all users. Outback Queensland Letter of support 4.4.16 "With limited public transport options in the region, the implementation of a framework for investing in a true network of inland roads for Queensland is vitally important for the strategic coordination of tourism development across the region and will no doubt improve the safety of the many visiting road users who are often unfamiliar with the hazards associated with travelling regional roads." 19
Next Steps 1. If you are interested to learn more, visit www.rdanwq.org.au/iq-rap or contact me Glenys Schuntner, IQ-RAP Secretariat CEO, RDA Townsville and North West Queensland Committee Tel 07 4410 3655 or Mobile 0417 198 284 ceo@rdanwq.org.au 2. It you believe IQ-RAP makes good sense and can deliver good outcomes for businesses and communities, please forward a letter of support 3. If you feel passionate about creating more jobs, driving productivity gains, improvements in safety and resilience and attracting more investment into existing and new industries, please raise your support for IQ-RAP with Federal and State parliamentarians 20
Thank you for your interest in this project to enhance regional development in Australia IQ-RAP Project Team Members: Russell Whale, Peter Maguire (Chair), Dave Burges, David Donohue 21