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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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Police appeal into fatal crash
Fatal crash under investigation in Elimbah after a Kia Cerato struck a power pole and caught fire, claiming the life of a man believed to be in his 20s. Police are appealing for witnesses or dashcam footage.
Funding needed to ease Moreton Bay “crisis”
Moreton Bay Mayor warns growth could stall without urgent State and Federal funding for roads, housing and infrastructure, with congestion already at crisis levels and key projects needed to unlock tens of thousands of new homes.
New look for major motorway “curve”
Major changes planned for the Gateway Motorway “curve” as part of a $2B upgrade. New designs aim to ease congestion, boost capacity and improve safety.
Key stage in $176m road upgrade
Expressions of interest are now open for the $176M Linkfield Rd overpass duplication near Brendale. The four-lane upgrade, jointly funded by federal and state governments, will improve safety, reduce bridge strikes, and boost freight efficiency along this key arterial road.
Road closures and traffic changes for Q Tour in Moreton Bay this weekend
Road closures and traffic changes will affect Moreton Bay’s hinterland this Sunday, March 22, for the Q Tour final stage. Mount Mee roads including Campbells Pocket Rd and Mount Mee Rd will see delays and rolling closures. Plan ahead and check full details online.
Elite cycling tour to crown champions in Moreton Bay hinterland
Elite cyclists will race through Moreton Bay from March 20–22 for the Q Tour finale, with champions decided on the challenging Mount Mee climb. The event will showcase the region globally, with road closures in place for Sunday’s final stage.
$48m Caboolture-Bribie Road upgrade finished early
$48m duplication of Caboolture–Bribie Island Road between Old Toorbul Point Rd and Saint Rd is completed early, delivering four lanes, safer intersections and improved cycling access.
Roads closed due to flooding in Moreton Bay
Moreton Bay residents are being asked to remain cautious on the road, with 33 local roads closed due to flooding.
“Serious solution” needed for rail crossings
Residents have taken fears over a Moreton Bay rail crossing at Mackie Rd, Narangba to the Council chamber saying the issue is “not new, not isolated and not improving”
Drugs, cash, firearms seized in Xray Upshot
Detectives from the Redcliffe Criminal Investigation Branch have charged 47 people on 498 offences, and seized drugs, cash and firearms during a five-month operation.
