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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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Distractions the focus for Road Safety Week
Emergency services will be out in force for the launch of Queensland Road Safety week at Rothwell on Sunday. Here's what it's all about...
Police round-up: thieves steal jewellery, passports
It pays to lock your doors - even if you're at home - as one unfortunate household discovered when thieves took advantage of their inattention. Find out what else has been keeping Moreton Bay Police busy...
Stockland paves the way for sustainability with recycled road
Tonnes of plastic bags, glass bottles, toner from used print cartridges, reclaimed asphalt and rubber from old tyres have been recycled to create a new 3.9km stretch of road that is currently under construction on the Redcliffe peninsula.
Lock in plans for Moreton Bay Food + Wine Festival
Prepare your tastebuds … the countdown is on for Moreton Bay Food + Wine Festival, which runs from August 19-21 at Woody Point’s Apex Park. Here’s what to expect from the event, plus details on the park and boat ramp closures
Motorists to have say on stage two of Bruce Highway Western Alternative
Two options are being presented for both the northern and southern sections of the alignment, between Moorina and Narangba, which will increase capacity across the network and reduce congestion and long-term reliance on the Bruce Highway.
Green light for busy intersection upgrade
Design is now complete and construction will start later this year on new traffic signals at the Caboolture-Bribie Island Rd and Regina Ave intersection, Ningi.
Litter campaign gets down to business
The battle against litter is being ramped by Clontarf residents' as the amount of rubbish grows and, in some areas, has doubled within a year.
Weather: Flood, surf and wind warning, road closures, dam release
UPDATE 5pm: Seqwater will release water from North Pine Dam tonight. A Minor Flood Warning remains in place as do Gale and Hazardous Surf warnings for the southeast Queensland Coast including the Moreton Bay Region as a complex weather system moves down the coast. Here’s the details and road closures
Drivers face major change in highway upgrade
Drivers heading south on the Bruce Highway will be switched to a new, wider road between Six Mile Creek and Pumicestone Rd in the next week.
Rolling out technology to improve traffic flow
Ramp signals, variable speed limit and message signs are among the Smart Motorways technology being installed on the Bruce Highway. Find out how it will help...
