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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Plans lodged for Fields of dreams
The Comiskey Group’s $35 million event and festival site, Coochin Fields, is attracting significant interest, before construction has even started. ** FREE TO READ **
Major change in battle for marina
The long-running battle for Newport Marina has taken a significant turn, with development plans receiving a big boost. ** FREE TO READ **
First look at new $35m hotel
The first artists impressions of the Comiskey Group’s new $40 million development in Dakabin have been released today. ** FREE TO READ **
Plans to bring cruise ship passengers to region
Promoting Moreton Bay as a must-see destination for cruise ship passengers visiting Queensland was one of the many exciting talking points at a recent Tourism Spotlight event hosted by Moreton Bay Region Industry and Tourism (MBRIT). Find out how it could work here **FREE TO READ**
Photo gallery: Brisbane Convoy for Kids 2023
Hundreds of trucks made the journey from Larapinta to Redcliffe for this year’s Brisbane Convoy for Kids. Check out the photos
Road safety work to start soon
Work will start next month to improve safety on a busy Samford road due to its ‘crash history’. ** FREE TO READ **
Help drive new transport plan
Planning is underway on the future transport needs of seven growing residential areas in the City of Moreton Bay - and your help is needed. ** FREE TO READ **
Cheapest fuel in SEQ is right here!
A Lawnton service station was the cheapest fuel stop in South-East Queensland (SEQ) for the last quarter, according to a new report. ** FREE GUIDE TO FACTS AND FIGURES **
Joyride to celebrate bridge’s 60th anniversary
A number of people who have lifelong connections to the island and the bridge came together to celebrate the momentous milestone, which included a trip from the Bribie Island Seaside Museum over to Sandstone Point Hotel and back. See the pictures here **FREE TO READ**
Facts which will shape our future
Simon Kuestenmacher, one of the world’s top 10 demographers, is jetting in next month to reveal trends which will shape the City of Moreton Bay. ** FREE TO READ **
