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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Fines going up for reckless drivers
Discover the increased fines for reckless driving in the City of Moreton Bay’s Queensland National Parks. Stay updated about the latest penalties.
New student digs plan unveiled
Plans have been lodged for a new 296-bed student accommodation building in Petrie. ** FREE TO READ **
New fire station to open soon
The new $6 million Moreton Bay Central Fire and Rescue Station is on track to open within weeks. Here is when it is expected to be operational. ** FREE TO READ **
Huge support for bay suburb plan
Deception Bay Residents Group (DBRG) has received overwhelming backing for its plans to help shape and unlock the suburb’s potential. ** FREE TO READ **
Clampdown on illegal parking
Moreton Bay City Councillors have voted to start court proceedings over nine unpaid parking fines. Four are for parking in an “area for people with disabilities”. ** FREE TO READ **
Burpengary train station closure for upgrades
Upgrades to make Burpengary station more accessible and safer have started, with station closures to come early next year. Here’s the details
Work to start on White Patch bridge
Work will begin by the end of this year to build an $8.9 million new bridge to permanently reconnect the community of White Patch to the rest of Bribie Island. Here’s the details. **FREE TO READ**
End to Kippa-Ring roadworks in sight
Work to upgrade a busy intersection at Kippa-Ring has been going on since January, with many motorists and residents wondering when it will finally be finished. We asked Moreton Bay City Council
Deception Bay - the next Noosa?
Deception Bay could become the next Noosa, according to residents who are pushing for plans to protect their suburb and unlock its tourism potential.
Work starts on $50m hotel and shops
Earthworks have started on a new $50 million hotel and shopping development at a busy intersection in Dakabin.
