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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Crowds support Convoy for Kids
Big Rigs rolled into Redcliffe Showgrounds on November 6 to raise money for children’s hospice Hummingbird House during this year’s Brisbane Convoy for Kids. See the photos.
Safety trial launched on Mt Mee road
A new trial is underway in Mount Mee to improve the safety of motorcyclists, following a 30 per cent increase in lives lost.
New tender process for Moreton barge
The Department of Transport and Main Roads has opted to commence a fresh tender process for a barge service from Redcliffe to Moreton Island (Mulgumpin).
Have your say on vital road link
Community consultation has started for a study to create a 20-year vision to upgrade Dayboro Rd between Gympie Rd and Youngs Crossing Rd, Petrie.
Permits scrapped for parking
Motorists who park near Redcliffe Peninsula Line railway stations will no longer be required to apply for on-street parking permits.
Bribie Rd upgrade: Stage One done
Congestion is easing on the Caboolture-Bribie Island Rd with stage one of a major upgrade finished.
Major upgrades to region's roads
Resurfacing is about to start on two major roads in the Caboolture region.
Protecting precious passengers
Sesame Lane Care and Kindergarten has installed an alarm system on its entire fleet of buses to ensure the safety of children in its care.
Driving Smart Motorway through our region
A busy stretch of the Bruce Highway, running right through the Moreton Bay Region, is to receive a high-tech boost.
Police hub at Kippa-Ring train station’s a first
A new facility at Kippa-Ring train station being used by Railway Squad and community-based police will boost rail safety, giving them access to 12,000 CCTV cameras across the network.
