Beechmont Road remains closed between Bottletree Lane and 2km from Nerang-Murwillumbah Road intersection due to landslips.

Since the original slip on Friday, 7 January 2011, about 20 more small landslips have occurred with over 6000m3 of material removed.

The Department of Transport and Main Roads is continuing to clean up the landslips and also undertake geotechnical assessments. Abseilers will be on-site over the weekend to remove loose material by hand scaling.

It is anticipated that Beechmont Road will be able to be open to traffic mid next week, weather permitting. An alternative route to Beechmont and Binna Burra is available by travelling towards Canungra and turning left at Beechmont Road.

Please note, this route can be cut at Sharp Park if there is significant rain fall. For more information on the latest traffic conditions, please contact the Traffic Management Centre on 13 19 40, or visit www.131940.qld.gov.au