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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Miles up for challenges if elected Premier
If Murrumba MP and Deputy Premier Steven Miles is elected as Queensland’s 40th premier at Friday’s caucus he’ll face tough battle leading the party to victory at next year’s State election, according to a leading political commentator. **FREE TO READ**
Angry residents fight highway plan
Residents have launched a campaign to fight plans for an entire section of the 50km Bruce Highway Western Alternative (BHWA). ** FREE TO READ **
Have your say on new highway route
Public consultation has opened on Stage 4 of the Bruce Highway Western Alternative (BHWA) from Beerburrum to Moodlu. ** MAPS, FREE TO READ **
Kyle finds Formula to Open drive
Redcliffe racer Kyle Evans will be stepping up to the Australian Formula Open series next year after an “amazing” debut. ** FREE TO READ **
Welcome news for motorists
New traffic lights are expected to be switched on at a busy intersection at Kippa-Ring this week. Here’s what we know
Burpengary train station upgrade begins
A ceremonial sod turning at Burpengary train station has signalled the start of a major upgrade, the biggest since it was built 135 years ago. Here’s the details and when the station will be closed
Celebrating launch of new helipad
Toorbul and surrounding communities will now have easier access to aeromedical rescue and retrieval care, thanks to a new helipad. ** FREE TO READ **
Have your say on $2 billion plans
Take a drive into the future and help shape one of the biggest road projects to impact motorists in the City of Moreton Bay. ** SEE VIDEO ** Free to read
Preserving Burpengary station’s history
When work begins on the $53 million Burpengary train station upgrade in January 2024, one integral part of the station’s history will be retained – a concrete shelter shed which was built more than 100 years ago. Here's the story
Revving up for Island Magic
Redcliffe driver Kyle Evans is preparing for one of the biggest tests of his 10-year racing career. ** FREE TO READ **
