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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World's best heading to Morayfield
Morayfield is to host the return of international taekwondo to Australia – with a reigning world champion this week joining the early entries.
Apartments planned on bayside block
Plans have been lodged for a new seven-storey residential development metres from the waterfront at Deception Bay.
Car park plans at bayside hotel
The Belvedere Hotel has lodged plans for another 35 car parking spaces, in addition to the major makeover underway at Woody Point.
Work to start on Lake Eden upgrade
Lake Eden, in the heart of North Lakes, will soon undergo a major $1.5 million transformation.
Spotlight on motorcycle safety
Hundreds of motorcyclists across the Moreton Bay Region will be better equipped on our roads thanks to an innovative program organised by local police. Here's how to take part... **FREE TO READ**
Drivers turn to electric scooters
As cost-of-living pressures rise, drivers are increasingly turning to electric scooters as a cheap and sustainable mode of transport. As Hayley from Brendale’s Scooter Society explains, they are also fun to ride
Jet-skier cops hefty fine in Pumicestone Passage
A jet-ski rider was fined for riding above the speed limit during an operation off Bribie Island last week. Here's what it cost him... **FREE TO READ**
Beachmere Road upgrade to start
Work is expected to start on the $15.2 million Beachmere Rd upgrade mid this year after design work was recently completed. Here’s the details
Appeal for 'review' after road floods
Residents in Kippa-Ring are calling for an ‘independent review’ into flooding right outside their homes in a recent storm.
International Women's Day event helps Wamuran women's shed
The Wamuran Women's Shed was the winner at the North Lakes Sports Club's International Women's Day event. See the gallery...
