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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Flood watch remains as severe weather passes
A Flood Watch remains in place for South East Queensland catchments including the Pine and Caboolture Rivers after torrential rain in the past 24 hours. A handful of roads remain closed across the Moreton Bay Region due to flooding. Here’s the latest
Be prepared for heavy rain, flash flooding
UPDATE 5.50PM: Preparations have been finalised across the Moreton Bay Region to be ready for the threat of more severe weather tonight and tomorrow. Acting Mayor Jodie Shipway says while Council staff are on standby to be deployed, locals need to use this time to prepare their homes and family.
New bridge to open this week
The first new bridge at the Deception Bay Road interchange, across the Bruce Highway, is about to open.
New safety campaign has motorcyclists in its sights
Woodford Showgrounds hosted the launch of a new motorcycling safety campaign yesterday. See the mega-gallery…
Roadworks set to begin on busy Redcliffe intersection
Work is about to start on a five-month upgrade to one of Redcliffe’s busiest intersections, making it safer for motorists and pedestrians. Find out more about the project here
Powerful motorcycle campaign launching
Hundreds of motorcyclists are Woodford-bound on Sunday to launch a new safety campaign. Here’s where to catch the action…
Linkfield Road bridge to close before reopening
The Linkfield Road overpass at Bald Hills will fully re-open to traffic next week as final repairs kick-off this weekend. But there is one more total closure needed before this happens. Here's the details
Moreton Bay Region to share in historic SEQ City Deal
The Federal and State Governments and the Council of Mayors South East Queensland (SEQ) have today signed the SEQ City Deal – a joint commitment to deliver $1.8 billion in infrastructure. We find out what it means for the Moreton Bay Region
Ten bridges to flood-proof highway
Work is underway, following the torrential rains, to improve flood resilience, safety and capacity on the Bruce Highway north of Caboolture.
Work to start on seven projects
A major intersection, sporting grounds, a skate park and popular community space are among seven projects in the Petrie electorate to receive $3,335,374 in Federal Government funding and will be delivered by Moreton Bay Regional Council.
