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.
The Latest
Motorcyclists urged to ride by the rules
Motorcyclists riding through parks and on bike paths in the Moreton Bay Region face stiff fines, police have warned. Find out how much the penalties are…
The countdown is on for this year’s Jetty 2 Jetty – find out which roads will be closed for the event and read a little about the race’s proud history…
Top six projects in pipeline for our region
With our region set to overtake the population of Tasmania in less than two decades, Moreton Bay Regional Council is investing big bucks today on critical infrastructure. Here's the top six:
$27.5 billion to drive recovery
Record funding will flow into transport and roads projects to create jobs and support Queensland’s economic recovery, according to today’s State Budget.
Scarborough Master Plan gets started
The State Government has allocated $400,000 to the Scarborough Harbour Master Plan with a vision to activate the harbour. Community consultation is happening soon
New crossing for Bribie Black Spot
Bribie residents will receive a road safety boost with the Federal Government giving $472,000 for a new crossing under the 2021–22 Black Spot Program.
Paving the way for smoother roads
Contracts awarded for Moreton Bay Region road resurfacing
Youngs Crossing upgrade reverts to Option 1
Significant fig trees protected by revised design
Power is back in Moreton Bay Region
Hundreds of thousands of people and properties across the Moreton Bay Region are reportedly without power this afternoon.
Plea to ensure motorcylists’ safety
Spotlight on motorists for National Road Safety Week
