Traffic & Transport
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Bridge plan seeks new approval
The proposed $750 million Bribie Island Bridge has entered the federal environmental approval process, with construction expected to begin in 2028 and deliver safer, improved traffic and active transport connections.
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.
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Bridge is back - higher and stronger
The new $8.9 million White Patch bridge has been opened - more than two years after the only entrance to the area was washed away.
Upgrades finished on key road
Beachmere Road has now fully reopened after the completion of year-long upgrades costing $20.75 million.
Plans approved for new homemaker centre
A new homemaker centre is to be built in Moreton Bay after plans were approved for a high-profile 3.7-hectare site.
Big plans for Moreton Bay harbour
A Master Plan has been unveiled today with a long-term vision for one of Moreton Bay's busiest harbours. Check out details and graphic.
Hitting road to help save lives
Michael Young is one of 14 riders who will Burpengary tomorrow on an epic 8900km journey across Australia.
Road safety forums to protect elderly drivers
Hosted by Moreton Police, the forums will provide lots of helpful tips and advice to help keep senior citizens safe. Find out where the forums will be held here
New-look Burpengary Train Station reopens
Customers are again catching the train from Burpengary station after it reopened this week after a $53 million upgrade. See the photos
Big plans for new student digs
Plans have been lodged for a development with 301 student bedrooms on vacant land in a residential street at Petrie. Find out where
More lane closures for Youngs Crossing Road work
Parts of Youngs Crossing Road at Joyner will close at night this month as part of its upgrade. See the map...
Spotlight on drug-driving boosts community safety
The rules around driving while taking medicinal cannabis and the potential dangers of driving while using certain types of prescription medication are the focus of a new campaign. See the video...
