Traffic and Transport
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New AI system to beat red-light blues
Moreton Bay is trialling Australia’s first AI-powered traffic signal system, aiming to reduce red-light wait times, improve traffic flow and ease congestion for motorists.
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.
The Latest
Spotlight on motorcycle safety
Hundreds of motorcyclists across the Moreton Bay Region will be better equipped on our roads thanks to an innovative program organised by local police. Here's how to take part... **FREE TO READ**
Jet-skier cops hefty fine in Pumicestone Passage
A jet-ski rider was fined for riding above the speed limit during an operation off Bribie Island last week. Here's what it cost him... **FREE TO READ**
Police round-up: Drivers charged over Easter long weekend
More than a dozen drink drivers were nabbed by Moreton District police at the weekend, while three men copped $1653 fines after being found driving more than 40kmh over the limit. Here's what else happened on our roads... **FREE TO READ**
Mount Glorious Rd upgrade boosts safety
New safety barriers with motorcycle protection barriers are among the features of a multi-million dollar upgrade to Mount Glorious Rd. Here's what else has been done...
Beachmere Road upgrade to start
Work is expected to start on the $15.2 million Beachmere Rd upgrade mid this year after design work was recently completed. Here’s the details
Appeal for 'review' after road floods
Residents in Kippa-Ring are calling for an ‘independent review’ into flooding right outside their homes in a recent storm.
"Transport solutions" must come first
New plans for the first stages of Caboolture West have been welcomed by Mayor Peter Flannery but he says “transport solutions” and funding must come first.
New car park set to open
Caboolture Hospital’s new multi-storey carpark will be open to visitors from mid-2023, says State Member for Bancroft Chris Whiting.
Population boom as region turns 15
Half a million people now call Moreton Bay Region home. It’s a milestone which adds weight to the Council’s push for city status – the outcome of which is expected in the coming weeks - and comes as the region celebrates its 15th birthday on March 15. We fire up the crystal ball to see what the future may hold
Push to ban caravans, boats from street parking
Caravans, trailers and boats could be banned from parking on the roadside under a new law proposed by Moreton Bay Regional Council. Here's why...
