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.
The Latest
Who’s Who in 2022, Government Gurus: Ali King
Ali King has put ticks beside a number of major projects since being State Member for Pumicestone at the 2020 election – but there is more to be done
Who’s Who in 22, Government Gurus: Yvette D’Ath
As Health Minister, State Member for Redcliffe Yvette D’Ath has helped Queensland navigate the COVID-19 pandemic in 2022 as the community transitioned to ‘living with COVID’
Who’s Who in 22, Government Gurus: Luke Howarth
During 2022, Federal Member for Petrie Luke Howarth delivered key road upgrades, school infrastructure, and sporting facilities, and retained his seat despite a change in government
Who’s Who in 22, Government Gurus: Tony Latter
This year, Moreton Bay Regional Councillor Tony Latter has delivered funding for community connectivity, local sports and amenities in Division 12
Who’s Who in 22, Government Gurus: Darren Grimwade
This year, Moreton Bay Regional Councillor Darren Grimwade has delivered funding to improve infrastructure such as roads, while also protecting the environment, before the region hits population forecasts in Division 11
Who’s Who in 22, Government Gurus: Cath Tonks
This year, Moreton Bay Regional Councillor Cath Tonks has delivered funding for environmental initiatives, road upgrades, infrastructure improvements and better amenities in Division 9
Who’s Who in 22, Government Gurus: Mick Gillam
This year, Moreton Bay Regional Councillor Mick Gillam has delivered funding for a significant and long-awaited road project, wildlife initiatives and community infrastructure in Division 8
Who’s Who in 22, Government Gurus: Yvonne Barlow
This year, Moreton Bay Regional Councillor Yvonne Barlow has delivered funding for significant road upgrades, sporting facilities and environmental initiatives in Division 7
Who’s Who in 22, Government Gurus: Sandra Ruck
This year, Moreton Bay Regional Councillor Sandra Ruck has delivered funding for road, sporting, foreshore and park upgrades in Division 5
Who’s Who in 22, Government Gurus: Karl Winchester
This year, Moreton Bay Regional Councillor Karl Winchester has delivered funding for seawall restoration work, a homeless support hub, sporting and park upgrades and Suttons Beach Pavilion in Division 6
