Traffic and Transport
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Expect police - anywhere, anytime
Queensland police are launching Operation Yankee Cold Snap, targeting speeding, impaired driving and dangerous behaviour on roads during the winter school holidays.
Motorway tops funding wish list
Funding for two huge road projects and housing top Moreton Bay’s wishlist ahead of tomorrow’s Queensland State Budget. Mayor Peter Flannery is also calling for financial help with flood prevention in Caboolture and upgrades to three major sports precincts.
Fined for high-range speeding
A Samford Valley motorcyclist has been fined $1,919 and lost his licence for six months after allegedly being caught travelling 119km/h in a 60km/h zone during a police road safety operation.
Traffic changes to stay on key road
Temporary traffic changes on Dohles Rocks Road at Murrumba Downs will remain until October, with motorists and pedestrians advised to expect delays as work continues on the Bruce Highway upgrade.
Plea for drivers to slow down
Drivers are being urged to slow down on Moreton Bay roads, with millions of vehicle movements each week increasing the risk of wildlife collisions during winter’s peak dawn and dusk activity periods.
$10 a week can change a life
A Moreton Bay program that has helped over 50 disadvantaged and disabled people get their driver's licence in just two years is calling on the community to help ensure it can continue changing lives.
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Moreton Motorway battle ramping up
A battle to save Elimbah homes and businesses in the path of the new Moreton Motorway, has entered a crucial new phase.
"Largest outdoor store in southern hemisphere"
Work has officially started on the new $92 million Anaconda Adventure HQ development at Brendale.
Community events going to tender
Moreton Bay City Council will be inviting tenders to deliver 37 free community events a year at venues across the region.
Minister: ‘I understand the challenges’
Planning for population growth in the City of Moreton Bay and creating necessary infrastructure ahead of the 2032 Brisbane Olympics and Paralympics were key topics of conversation when Transport and Main Roads Minister Brent Mickelberg met with Mayor Peter Flannery this week.
Anzac Day in Moreton Bay - flypasts and road closures
Anzac Day flypasts are scheduled - subject to conditions - at four services in the Moreton Bay region tomorrow. Roads will also close for commemorations. See full list.
Second Bribie Bridge inches closer
A business case for a second Bribie Island Bridge has been finished. We ask Transport and Main Roads Minister Brent Mickelberg what’s next and when the community can expect work to begin. Here’s what he had to say.
Testing times in classic race
Light wind conditions made the 77th Gladstone Ports Corporation Brisbane to Gladstone (B2G) Yacht Race a “real endurance test”.
Police hold special day for Archie
Moreton District police have joined with the community to organise an afternoon of fun for 11-year-old Archie as he took time out of medical treatment.
Fast-tracking $119m development
Traders In Purple has fast-tracked the launch of the final stage of its Tydal apartments, at Woody Point, by more than a year.
Green light for 400-home development
Work is set to start on a new $428 million over-50s community in the Moreton Bay region.
