The project involved the full design and construction of a new 5.6km long dual carriageway highway bypassing Tugun on the Gold Coast and included the construction of a tunnel under the Gold Coast Airport runway, five bridges, and new interchanges at the southern and northern tie-in to the existing Pacific Highway. Firm: SMEC Australia Pty Ltd Client: QLD Department of Main Roads Project Owner: QLD Government (Dept. Main Roads)