Traffic & Transport
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Work to start on key road upgrades
Major upgrades to Nathan Rd in Rothwell will improve road safety, protect wildlife and manage growing traffic, with construction expected to start before Christmas.
Call for changes on peninsula line
The Redcliffe Peninsula Line marks 10 years since opening, with Better Transport Queensland calling for more frequent services, improved bus connections and better land use around stations.
Charges laid after water safety drive
Police warn Moreton Bay boaties to prioritise water safety after a four-day operation saw three people charged and 41 infringement notices issued across local waterways.
Highway closure plan delayed
The Bruce Highway’s Dohles Rocks Rd northbound exit closure has been postponed, with new dates set for August 21-24. Motorists are urged to plan ahead, use the Anzac Ave exit during the works and allow extra travel time.
Moreton Bay road in top crash hotspots
The Morayfield Road and Graham Road intersection has ranked as Brisbane’s second worst crash hotspot, with new AAMI data revealing nearly one in three collisions are nose-to-tail crashes and urging motorists to stay alert.
Change to major highway exit plans
The Bruce Highway’s northbound Dohles Rocks Road exit closure has been postponed due to forecast wet weather, with new August dates announced as work continues on the major highway upgrade.
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Stolen bike crashes in front of police
Luck ran out for an alleged offender when he crashed a stolen motorbike at Clontarf - right in front of police at an emergency services expo.
'Doggy door' designed to save koalas
A life-saving ‘escape hatch’ for koalas has been developed, trialled and is now operating near roads in the Moreton Bay region.
First look at new hotel plans
Interior designs for the new $35m Dakabin Hotel have been unveiled by The Comiskey Group. See pictures.
Precinct plan for huge block
Plans have been lodged for a new industry and business precinct on Deception Bay Road.
Revving up for charity run
Hundreds of trucks will roll into Redcliffe next month as part of the 15th annual Brisbane Convoy for Kids (BC4K).
"Premier" plans for prime site
Plans for a “premier” hotel on one of Moreton Bay region’s most high-profile blocks of land, will take a significant step forward this week.
New "tourist park" plan for region
Plans have been lodged for a new caravan park and amenities in the Moreton Bay region.
"Concerns" remain over Master Plan
Campaigners say their “work is by no means done”, despite generally welcoming the final Scarborough Boat Harbour Master Plan. Check out graphic and comments.
New servo plan for major road
Plans have been submitted for a new service station near one of Moreton Bay’s biggest visitor attractions.
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.
