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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Rising cost on Moreton Bay's roads
Animal collisions on Moreton Bay’s roads have risen sharply, according to motor claims figures released by RACQ. Here are the worst areas. ** FREE TO READ **
Podium place for racer Kyle
Redcliffe racer Kyle Evans was back on the podium yesterday after a hard-fought second round of the Australian Formula Open (AFO). ** FREE TO READ **
New frontier opens in fire ant battle
Cutting-edge drones are taking fire-ant treatment to new heights as the national eradication program opens a depot in Caboolture. ** FREE TO READ **
Work begins at new centre
Construction has officially started on a new 150-place childcare centre and swim school in Morayfield. ** FREE TO READ **
Rail track closure this weekend
Rail users are being urged to plan their travel in advance this weekend (April 27-28) with a major track closure happening so Queensland Rail can carry out essential rail maintenance and improvement work. Here’s what we know
Anzac Day 2024 road closures - full list
A number of roads will be temporarily closed on Thursday for Anzac Day marches and ceremonies being held across City of Moreton Bay. Here's the full List ** FREE TO READ **
Renovation plans for historic hotel
The Comiskey Group, based in the City of Moreton Bay, has released renovation plans for one of its newest venues. See pictures ** FREE TO READ **
Funding bid for City's huge growth plans
Lobbying has ramped up to get essential funding for a host of major projects planned in the City of Moreton Bay. ** FREE TO READ **
Petitions launched in harbour battle
Frustrated residents have launched two petitions over the new long-term vision for Scarborough Harbour. ** FREE TO READ **
$9m road upgrade to start
Work on a $9 million project to realign 600m of road, on the border of Moreton Bay City and the Sunshine Coast, is to start this month. ** FREE TO READ **
