Traffic & Transport
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Motorway tops funding wish list
Funding for two huge road projects and housing top Moreton Bay’s wishlist ahead of tomorrow’s Queensland State Budget. Mayor Peter Flannery is also calling for financial help with flood prevention in Caboolture and upgrades to three major sports precincts.
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.
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Work starting on controversial overpass
Construction of the controversial $19 million Elizabeth Ave overpass is set to start this month.
Have your say on Brisbane Airport flight noise
A workshop at Samford will focus on the impact of flight paths to and from Brisbane Airport, but one at Bribie has been cancelled. Here's how to get involved...
Boat ramp reopens after facelift
Bribie Island’s Bellara (South) boat ramp has reopened, with upgrades to the new-look ramp now finished. Here’s what has been done
New mobile cameras to catch speeding motorists
New speed camera technology will be rolled out tomorrow targeting drivers in school zones and roadworks.
Call for overpass upgrade to be fast-tracked
Delays and congestion at the Linkfield Road Overpass are frustrating thousands of motorists – and Federal Member for Petrie Luke Howarth - every day.
Women-only program drives into state finals
A women-only driving program, launched in this region, is a finalist in the 2022 Motor Trades Association (MTA) Queensland Industry Gala Awards.
Police round-up: Two women charged with assaulting police
A car was stolen from a property at Ocean View after bold burglars used it to ram through a closed garage door. Find out more...
Residents' concern over new highway plan
Residents opposing plans for a new highway, which will affect their rural property and wildlife, say they discovered the road plans by “accident” on social media.
"Entry statement" planned at Strathpine
A huge new development planned on land at Strathpine would be an “entry statement” to those coming into the Moreton Bay Region.
Safety work finished at busy intersection
Safety improvements at the Anzac Ave/Victoria Ave/Recreation St intersection in Redcliffe are now complete.
