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.
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Big plans for prime Redcliffe block
Plans have been submitted for a new nine-storey development right in the heart of Redcliffe, just metres from the beach front.
Work to start on roundabout upgrade
Design work is complete on a $650,000 pedestrian safety upgrade at Redcliffe’s Anzac Ave and Marine Pde roundabout. Here’s what’s happening
Awards to recognise top drivers
Public transport users across the state can give an extraordinary driver an extraordinary thank you with nominations for the 2022 Queensland Bus Driver of the Year Awards now open
Campaign to combat driver distraction
With millions of people expected to pack up their car and travel to see family and friends over the summer holidays, the RACQ has one simple message for all road users – “Stop multi-tasking. Just drive”
Roadworks: Henry Road full closure
To accelerate works on the Henry Road and Dohles Rocks Road reconstruction project, Moreton Bay Regional Council will close Henry Rd at Griffin for five weeks over Christmas. Here’s the details
Last chance for cheaper fuel, says RACQ
Fill up now. That’s the message from Queensland’s peak motoring body, with a petrol price hike now underway in the lead up to Christmas.
Homeowners urged to fast-track process
Griffin and Murrumba Downs residents told by the State Government their new or established homes would be taken for Bruce Highway upgrades are being urged to check their legal rights.
Who’s Who in 2022: Inspiring people – Senior-Constable John Kenworthy
North Lakes Senior-Constable John Kenworthy has been riding motorcycles for decades. But his first – and only - crash in 2020 changed his life forever. In 2022, he shared his experiences in a video launched as part of Motorcycles – The Shiny Side Up campaign, which was aimed at increasing motorcycle safety and awareness.
Caboolture childcare centre approved
A new childcare centre catering for 117 children will be built at Caboolture – less than a kilometre away from two existing centres. Find out what's happening...
Wildlife fencing will not be moved
Koala protection fencing at the site of a $19 million pedestrian overpass in Clontarf will not be moved, says the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR).
