Traffic & Transport
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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.
Residents’ anger over motorsport plan
Residents have voiced strong opposition to a proposed $20 million motorsport park at Beachmere, raising concerns about traffic, flooding, noise and environmental impacts during a packed community meeting.
Major Moreton Bay track closures this weekend
SEQ rail lines including Caboolture, Redcliffe Peninsula and Sunshine Coast will close May 23–24 for maintenance works, with railbuses replacing services and additional disruptions expected across the network. Plan ahead via Translink updates.
$800m for Bruce Highway upgrade
Moreton Bay’s Bruce Highway upgrade has received $812.5 million in the 2026-27 Federal Budget, funding Stage 2 works from Gateway Motorway to Dohles Rocks Road, including new Pine River bridges, active transport links and congestion relief.
Upgrade plans for hinterland road
Plans underway to upgrade the Brisbane-Woodford Road (Mount Mee Road) between Dayboro and D’Aguilar, assessing safety, traffic and road conditions. The project aims to improve reliability on this key Moreton Bay hinterland route.
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Surging house sales drive need for Moreton Motorway
Surging house sales in Moreton Bay have renewed calls to fast-track the Bruce Highway Western Alternative. The City of Moreton Bay says the project is vital to ease congestion and unlock future housing growth.
Police probe Moreton Bay car thefts
Police are investigating a number of car thefts across Moreton Bay and Brisbane this week. Investigations are ongoing to establish if any offences, between April 14 and 17, are connected.
Highway changes kicked in today
Temporary traffic changes on the Bruce Highway, between Dohles Rocks Rd and Anzac Ave, will now start tomorrow (April 16). Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) says the delay, from the start of this week, was due to signage and site arrangements.
Motorists warned of highway changes
Lane changes will occur on the Bruce Highway near Anzac Ave for three weeks as $2B upgrade continues. Motorists should expect delays, night works and traffic restrictions.
Seeing red on “busted” Bruce Highway
Pressure grows to fast-track proposed Moreton Motorway as congestion worsens, with Mayor calling Bruce Highway “busted” and action needed before 2032.
Police tell drivers slow down and rest
Queensland Police launch Operation Yankee Easter Break, urging drivers to slow down, rest and stay safe as holiday traffic increases.
Major road opens after fatal crash
Steve Irwin Way closed after truck crash at Beerburrum leaves two men injured, one critically; motorists urged to check traffic updates.
New car to tackle parking problem
New high-tech patrol car hits Moreton Bay streets, using cameras and plate recognition to target illegal parking and improve access in busy areas.
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.
