Coomera Connector Stage 1, Coomera to Nerang
Stage 1 of the Coomera Connector, between Coomera and Nerang, is around 16km and is now open to traffic between Shipper Drive and Helensvale Road.
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The Coomera Connector (M9) is a 45km north-south future motorway between Loganholme and Nerang, east of the Pacific Motorway (M1) and heavy rail line.
The new motorway will be an alternative to the M1, and support the rapidly growing residential and business communities in the northern Gold Coast and neighbouring Logan areas.
The full corridor extends between the Logan Motorway and Pacific Motorway interchange in Loganholme and Nerang–Broadbeach Road in Nerang.
The Coomera Connector is being delivered progressively:
- Stage 1 between Coomera and Nerang is being delivered in 3 packages:
- Stage 1 North: Shipper Drive, Coomera to Helensvale Road, Helensvale
- Stage 1 Central: Helensvale Road, Helensvale to Smith Street Motorway, Molendinar
- Stage 1 South: Smith Street Motorway, Molendinar to Nerang-Broadbeach Road, Nerang.
- Future stages between Loganholme and Coomera, including:
- Stage 2: between Pimpama and Coomera as the next priority section for planning and design.
Coomera Connector
Benefits
- Improves safety
- Increases capacity
- Improves network efficiency
- Increases traffic flow
- Reduces peak hour congestion
- Reduces interchange queuing
- Reduces travel time
- Contributes to economy
- Better active transport
Key features
- North-south alternative to the M1 between Loganholme and Nerang, easing congestion from local traffic on the M1.
- 45km high-speed motorway, located east of the M1 and Gold Coast Heavy Rail Line.
- 45km walking and bike riding path, with connections to local roads and key community hubs.
- Additional bridge crossings of the Logan, Albert, Coomera and Nerang rivers, providing crucial alternative crossings to the M1.
- Wildlife crossings to support safe movement between habitat areas.
Background
The Coomera Connector will be a key link between Loganholme and the Gold Coast, where residential and business communities are growing rapidly.
Since the 1990s, the corridor has been identified in various public planning documents, such as published street directories, regional transport plans, planning studies and City of Gold Coast planning schemes. A joint 2015 study between the Queensland Government and City of Gold Coast confirmed the corridor as a future strategic transport link that will relieve traffic congestion on the M1 and surrounding local roads.
The Coomera Connector was formally declared a future state-controlled road, confirmed in the Queensland Government Gazette in 3 sections, the:
- Nerang to Coomera section on 18 March 2016
- Coomera to Stapylton section on 12 May 2017
- Stapylton to Loganholme section on 15 March 2019.
Three locations have since been identified for corridor amendments to improve outcomes and reduce environmental impacts. These locations are the crossing of the Logan River in Eagleby, Kerkin Road North in Pimpama and Foxwell Road in Coomera.
The changed alignment in Coomera and Eagleby was re-gazetted on 27 June 2025, with the Pimpama corridor amendment to be considered in upcoming phases of the project.
Formal confirmation of the corridor in the Queensland Government Gazette allows the corridor to be protected from new development and provides certainty for property owners, businesses and residential communities on the northern Gold Coast.
Our team continues to liaise with property owners when dealing with land sales and development applications. Early acquisition of properties by the Queensland Government may occur in some circumstances.
Community consultation
Initial community consultation on the Coomera Connector was undertaken in late 2019.
The consultation program included a series of 10 community drop-in sessions along the 45km project corridor, plus online engagement activities.
There was significant interest from the community with 3200 visits to the website, more than 2000 people visiting the community drop-in sessions, and 700 pieces of feedback received.
A telephone survey of 1000 residents and businesses revealed 4 out of 5 people in the project corridor area support the introduction of the Coomera Connector.
Read the Coomera Connector 2019 community consultation summary.
Further consultation on the whole corridor was carried out in late 2020 and early 2021.
Stage 1 consultation occurred in March 2023 (North package), November 2023 (South package), March 2024 (Central package) and March 2025 (Stage 1 corridor).
Read more about community consultation for Coomera Connector (Stage 1) and Coomera Connector (Future stages) projects.
53 Projects in Coomera Connector
Beaudesert–Beenleigh Road, Milne Street to Tallagandra Road, duplicate to four lanes
This project will duplicate Beaudesert–Beenleigh Road between Mount Warren Boulevard and Tallagandra Road.
Beenleigh Connection Road (Logan Street) and City Road, intersection upgrade
The department is planning for a future upgrade of the intersection of Beenleigh Connection Road (Logan Street) and City Road.
Beenleigh station precinct upgrade
Beenleigh station is a key transfer location between all-stops and express services on the Beenleigh and Gold Coast train lines.
Beenleigh–Redland Bay Road, California Creek Road to Mount Cotton Road upgrade, planning
The department has released a planning layout for the Beenleigh-Redland Bay Road (California Creek Road to Mount Cotton Road) upgrade.
Bethania station precinct upgrade
The Bethania station precinct is being upgraded to improve accessibility, safety and customer experience.
Camp Cable Road and Edelsten Road, improve intersection
This intersection is identified for an upgrade due to the rapid expansion of local urban areas, increased traffic volumes and crash history.
Coomera Connector (Future stages) Loganholme to Coomera, planning
Coomera Connector (Future Stages), between Loganholme and Coomera, is around 29km and will connect with Coomera Connector Stage 1.
Coomera Connector (Stage 2), Shipper Drive to Yawalpah Road, planning and design
Stage 2 of the Coomera Connector, between Pimpama and Coomera, is around 5km and is the next priority section for planning and design.
Coomera Connector Stage 1 Central
Stage 1 Central of the Coomera Connector is the 8km section from Helensvale Road to Smith Street Motorway.
Coomera Connector Stage 1 North
Stage 1 North of the Coomera Connector is the 4km section from Shipper Drive to Helensvale Road.
Coomera Connector Stage 1 South
Stage 1 South of the Coomera Connector is the 4km section from Smith Street Motorway to Nerang-Broadbeach Road.
Coomera Connector Stage 1, Coomera to Nerang
Stage 1 of the Coomera Connector, between Coomera and Nerang, is around 16km and is now open to traffic between Shipper Drive and Helensvale Road.
Cunningham Highway (Ipswich – Warwick), 2020 Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements reconstruction works
The department is committed to restoring the damaged section of the Cunningham Highway at Cunninghams Gap. This 2km stretch, leading up to the Allan Cunningham monument, suffered significant road damage during the bushfires in 2019.
Cunningham Highway Upgrade
Planning is underway to upgrade the Cunningham Highway.
Currumbin Creek Road – Bienvenue Drive intersection upgrade
The intersection of Currumbin Creek Road and Bienvenue Drive, at Currumbin Waters will be upgraded.
Edens Landing station precinct upgrade
Edens Landing station precinct is being upgraded as part of the Logan and Gold Coast Faster Rail project to improve accessibility, safety and customer experience.
European Train Control System—Beenleigh to Varsity Lakes
The European Train Control System (ETCS) is a digital signalling system being progressively installed to key parts of the South East Queensland (SEQ) rail network.
ETCS plays an important part in the future of our rail network, delivering increased safety, capacity, efficiency, and reliability for a sustainable transport network.
ETCS will soon be installed on the Gold Coast line between Beenleigh and Varsity Lakes stations.
Gold Coast Heavy Rail Extension – Varsity Lakes to Gold Coast Airport
We are continuing to protect and plan for the Gold Coast heavy rail corridor between Varsity Lakes and Gold Coast Airport.
Gold Coast Highway (Broadbeach to Coolangatta) Currumbin Creek Cycleway, planning
Planning has started on the proposed Currumbin Creek Active Transport Bridge between Palm Beach and Currumbin.
Gold Coast Highway (Helensvale - Southport), Pine Ridge Road and Captain Cook Drive, intersection
The department is continuing planning for future upgrades to the Gold Coast Highway at the intersection of Captain Cook Drive/Pine Ridge Road due to the high volume of traffic causing congestion and delays. The future upgrade aims to improve traffic flow and safety at the intersection.
Gold Coast Light Rail (Stage 3) Broadbeach South to Burleigh Heads, construct light rail
Gold Coast Light Rail is a world class public transport system for residents and visitors to the Gold Coast.
Gold Coast Light Rail Stage 4, Burleigh Heads to Coolangatta, planning
The Gold Coast Light Rail is a world class public transport system for residents and visitors to the Gold Coast. The system is being delivered in stages to manage the demands of a growing population and reduce traffic congestion, especially in the southern areas of the Gold Coast.
Gold Coast Springbrook Road, Austinville, upgrade causeway, construction
The Mudgeeraba Creek Causeway on Gold Coast–Springbrook Road is being replaced.
Gold Coast-Springbrook Road, Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements reconstruction works
Gold Coast—Springbrook Road sustained a significant number of landslips, rock falls and tree falls during the South Queensland Severe Storms and Rainfall events in December 2023 and January 2024.
Holmview station precinct upgrade
Holmview train station is being upgraded to improve accessibility, safety and customer experience.
Kingston station precinct upgrade
The Kingston station precinct is being upgraded as part of the Logan and Gold Coast Faster Rail project to improve accessibility, safety and customer experience for the community.
Kuraby station precinct and level crossing upgrade
The Kuraby station precinct is being upgraded as part of the Logan and Gold Coast Faster Rail project to improve accessibility, safety and customer experience.
Loganlea station and park 'n' ride relocation
We are relocating Loganlea train station and the park 'n' ride to better connect customers with nearby health, education, and community services.
M1 Pacific Motorway, Exit 45 (North) Ormeau, design and pre-construction
The M1 Pacific Motorway at Exit 45 (North) Ormeau is experiencing heavy congestion as rapid population growth transforms Ormeau and Pimpama from rural areas into dense urban communities.
Nerang to Broadbeach Public Transport Route
We're investigating the east-west public transport route connecting Nerang Station with Broadbeach South. This route will make travel faster, easier and more reliable for communities in the central Gold Coast.
Next Generation Traffic Signalling Program
The Next Generation Traffic Signalling Program is an initiative aimed at transforming traffic signal infrastructure across Queensland.
Ormeau rail facility
A rail facility is being constructed on a 66ha site in the Gold Coast region.
Pacific Motorway (M1) – Daisy Hill to Logan Motorway upgrade
Planning is underway for the Pacific Motorway (M1) – Daisy Hill to Logan Motorway upgrade. This section of the M1 cannot accommodate current traffic volumes and, as a result, experiences frequent and prolonged periods of congestion and poor travel time reliability.
Pacific Motorway Eight Mile Plains to Daisy Hill Upgrade (Sports Drive to Gateway Motorway Upgrade)
The Sports Drive to Gateway Motorway Upgrade was part of a rolling program of upgrades between the Gateway and Logan Motorways.
Pacific Motorway Eight Mile Plains to Daisy Hill Upgrade (Watland Street to Sports Drive Upgrade)
The Pacific Motorway (M1) between Watland Street and Sports Drive was upgraded as part of a rolling program of upgrades between the Gateway and Logan motorways.
Pacific Motorway M1 Burleigh to Palm Beach (Nineteenth Avenue)
The M1 between Burleigh and Palm Beach (Package B) has been upgraded as part of the Varsity Lakes to Tugun (VL2T) upgrade. Package B included significant environmental features through this section of the upgrade.
Pacific Motorway M1 Interchange upgrades
Planning and construction is underway for short and long-term upgrades of various interchanges on the Pacific Motorway (M1)
Pacific Motorway M1 Palm Beach (Nineteenth Avenue) to Tugun
The Pacific Motorway (M1) has been upgraded between Palm Beach and Tugun (Package C) as part of the Varsity Lakes to Tugun (VL2T) upgrade.
Pacific Motorway M1 Varsity Lakes to Burleigh
The Pacific Motorway (M1) has been upgraded between Varsity Lakes and Burleigh (Package A) as part of the Varsity Lakes to Tugun (VL2T) upgrade.
Pacific Motorway M1 Varsity Lakes to Tugun upgrade
The $1.5 billion Pacific Motorway Varsity Lakes to Tugun (VL2T) project to upgrade 10km of the M1 has been completed.
Pacific Motorway, Eight Mile Plains to Daisy Hill Upgrade
Work is now complete on the Pacific Motorway, Eight Mile Plains to Daisy Hill Upgrade, which has improved 8kms of the Pacific Motorway (M1) between the Gateway Motorway and Watland Street.
Pacific Motorway, Eight Mile Plains to Daisy Hill Upgrade (Pacific Highway early works upgrade)
The Pacific Highway (western service road) in Slacks Creek was realigned and upgraded as part of the Pacific Motorway, Eight Mile Plains to Daisy Hill Upgrade.
Pacific Motorway, Eight Mile Plains to Daisy Hill Upgrade (Rochedale bus station and park 'n' ride)
The Rochedale bus station and park ‘n’ ride was upgraded as part of a rolling program of upgrades between the Gateway and Logan motorways.
Pacific Motorway, Exit 49, upgrade interchange
The Exit 49 interchange upgrade has delivered significant improvements in safety and traffic flow efficiency by keeping traffic moving through the improved interchange and reducing queuing.
Park Ridge Connector
We are preserving the Park Ridge Connector, a future transport corridor to connect communities planned at Park Ridge, Flagstone and Yarrabilba to services and employment.
Road Asset Management Contract and Responsive Maintenance Contract—South Coast
We are delivering continual maintenance and rehabilitation of state-controlled roads and assets in the South Coast region.
Salisbury to Beaudesert Passenger Rail
We are planning for future transport needs between Salisbury and Beaudesert.
Smith Street Connection Road, Olsen Avenue to Kumbari Avenue, construct cycleway
The Queensland Government has delivered new bicycle facilities to connect to local health, education, business, and tourist areas.
Southern Queensland 2022 flood reconstruction works completed
Repairs have been completed across southern Queensland after extensive and severe damage to the state-controlled road network was caused by multiple heavy rainfall and flooding events in 2022.
Stapylton-Jacobs Well Road Upgrade
The department has released a planning layout for the Stapylton-Jacobs Well Road Upgrade.
Tallebudgera Connection Road Koala Zone Trial
We are deeply committed to protecting native fauna and actively support initiatives and treatments aimed at reducing koala-vehicle collisions. Recognising our responsibility to safeguard vulnerable wildlife, we prioritise measures that mitigate risks to koalas on Queensland roads.
Trinder Park station precinct upgrade
The Trinder Park station precinct is being upgraded as part of the Logan and Gold Coast Faster Rail project to improve accessibility, safety and customer experience.
Woodridge station precinct upgrade
The Woodridge station precinct is being upgraded as part of the Logan and Gold Coast Faster Rail project to improve accessibility, safety and customer experience.
