Bruce Highway Upgrade Program

The Queensland Government is committed to improving the 1,671.3km Bruce Highway from Pine River to Cairns, focusing on capacity, safety, and flood resilience.

One of the key priorities of the Queensland Government is to deliver a long-term upgrade plan for the Bruce Highway.

Since July 2013, $10,107 billion in works has been delivered along the Highway, with 8 projects currently under construction, 15 in development and 13 in planning.

Key outcomes to date include:

  • 175 new bridges/overpasses
  • 66 new and upgraded rest areas/stopping places established
  • 653km of roadside safety barriers
  • 72 township entry treatments
  • 255km of wide centre line treatments
  • 100 new overtaking lanes
  • 211 protected right-hand turns
  • 99.6km of highway duplication
  • 9 flood immunity upgrade projects completed.

About the Bruce Highway Upgrade Program

The Bruce Highway Upgrade focuses on the 3 priority areas during its 15-year course:

  • Safety improvements to enhance the safety of the highway by implementing wide centre line treatments, intersection improvements, and safety barriers to reduce the risk of fatal and serious injury crashes for all road users.
  • Flood improvements by raising bridges and approaches and enhancing flood immunity on sections of the highway that are subject to frequent flooding. Whilst it may not be feasible at this time to provide an entirely flood-free route, roads are assessed to ensure a consistent standard is provided for that specific network link.
  • Capacity improvements to enhance economic opportunity through improved level of service on the highway. This is achieved through capacity improvement projects, including additional lanes, managed motorways, grade separation (separation of different flows of using physical means), and intersection upgrades.

Plan ahead in case of delays

As with any major construction program, there might be delays that could affect travel. It is advised to plan ahead and check for up-to-date details on QLDTraffic ( https://qldtraffic.qld.gov.au/ ) to help you plan your journey.

List of projects as at 30 April 2026

District / Region

Investment name

Status

Far North

Bruce Highway (Innisfail - Cairns), Munro Street (Babinda), upgrade intersection

Construction

Fitzroy

Bruce Highway (Rockhampton - St Lawrence), Rockhampton Ring Road, construction

Construction

Far North

Cairns Southern Access Cycleway, construct cycleway

Construction

Fitzroy

Bruce Highway (Gin Gin - Benaraby), Station Creek and Boyne River, upgrade bridges

Construction

North Coast

Bruce Highway (Brisbane - Gympie), Dohles Rocks Road to Anzac Avenue upgrade (Stage 1)

Construction

Northern

Bruce Highway (Bowen - Ayr), Burdekin River Bridge, rehabilitation program

Construction

Far North

Bruce Highway (Ingham - Innisfail), Dallachy Road, install floodway

Construction

Fitzroy

Bruce Highway (Rockhampton - St Lawrence), Pine Mountain Creek to Kooltandra Road intersection, formation widening for wide centre line treatment

Construction

Wide Bay/Burnett

Bruce Highway (Gympie - Maryborough), Tiaro Bypass, construct four lane bypass

Development

Northern

Bruce Highway (Ingham - Innisfail), Ingham-Halifax-Bemerside Road - Cardwell Range, Bruce Highway Safety Package Tranche 2a (W111, W112 & B55)

Development

Northern

Bruce Highway (Ingham - Innisfail) and Lannercost Street, upgrade intersection

Development

Metropolitan

Linkfield Connection Road, Linkfield Road overpass upgrade

Development

Wide Bay/Burnett

Bruce Highway (Maryborough - Gin Gin), Buxton Road and BP service station intersection upgrade

Development

North Coast

Bruce Highway (Brisbane - Gympie), Gateway Motorway to Dohles Rocks Road

Development

Wide Bay/Burnett

Bruce Highway (Gympie - Maryborough), Curra to Gunalda, various locations, improve safety

Development

Northern

Bruce Highway (Ingham - Innisfail), Gairloch Floodway, safety improvements

Development

Mackay/Whitsunday

Bruce Highway (Mackay - Proserpine), O'Connell River to Proserpine, upgrade flood immunity (Goorganga Floodplain)

Development

Mackay/Whitsunday

Bruce Highway (Mackay - Proserpine), Goorganga, construct overtaking lanes

Development

Metropolitan

Bruce Highway (Brisbane - Gympie), Gateway Motorway to Dohles Rocks Road upgrade (Stage 2)

Development

Fitzroy

Bruce Highway (Benaraby ‐ Rockhampton), Various sections, Pavement reconstruction of high priority sections

Development

Fitzroy

Bruce Highway (Benaraby ‐ Rockhampton), Gladstone ‐ Mt Larcom Road, intersection upgrade

Development

Fitzroy

Bruce Highway (Benaraby ‐ Rockhampton), Gladstone ‐ Mt Larcom Road to Dart Creek Road, Overtaking lanes

Development

Fitzroy

Bruce Highway (Benaraby ‐ Rockhampton), South of Marmor, overtaking lanes

Development

Northern

Bruce Highway (Ingham - Innisfail), Ingham to Cardwell Range Deviation, plan and preserve corridor

Planning

Northern

Bruce Highway (Ayr - Townsville), Burdekin Deviation, plan and preserve corridor

Planning

Far North

Bruce Highway (Innisfail-Cairns), Innisfail Bypass preserve corridor

Planning

Fitzroy

Bruce Highway (Rockhampton - St Lawrence), Bolsover Street, Intersection upgrade

Planning

Mackay/Whitsunday

Mackay Port Access, Bruce Highway to Mackay - Slade Point Road (Stage 1)

Planning

Far North

Bruce Highway, Cairns Southern Access Corridor (Stage 5), Foster Road, upgrade intersection

Planning

Statewide

Bruce Highway Capacity Upgrade Strategy

Planning

North Coast

Bruce Highway (Brisbane - Gympie), Buchanan Road to Caboolture - Bribie Island Road upgrade, business case

Planning

North Coast

Bruce Highway (Brisbane - Gympie), Uhlmann Road to Buchanan Road upgrade, business case

Planning

North Coast

Bruce Highway (Brisbane - Gympie), Redcliffe Road (Anzac Avenue) to Uhlmann Road upgrade, business case

Planning

North Coast

Bruce Highway (Brisbane - Gympie), Redcliffe Road (Anzac Avenue) to Uhlmann Road, construct additional lanes

Planning

Wide Bay/Burnett

Bruce Highway (Maryborough – Gin Gin), Walker Street intersection improvement, planning & preconstruction

Planning

Fitzroy

Bruce Highway (Benaraby - Rockhampton), Gavial - Gracemere Road to Burnett Highway, capacity upgrades

Planning

Fitzroy

Bruce Highway (Benaraby ‐ Rockhampton), Bajool, pavement reconstruction

Planning

100 Projects in Bruce Highway Upgrade Program

Bald Hills train station park ‘n’ ride upgrade

Planning works are being finalised to upgrade and expand the southern side of the park 'n' ride at Bald Hills station.

  • Metropolitan District
  • Planning
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Banyo level crossing precinct upgrade

We have investigated safety and congestion improvements for the Banyo level crossing precinct.

  • Metropolitan District
  • Planning
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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.

  • South Coast District
  • Planning
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Beenleigh–Redland Bay Road, California Creek Road to Mount Cotton Road upgrade, planning

We released a planning layout for the Beenleigh–Redland Bay Road (California Creek Road to Mount Cotton Road) upgrade.

  • South Coast District
  • Planning
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Beerburrum to Nambour Rail Upgrade, duplication study

The Beerburrum to Nambour Rail Upgrade Duplication Study will investigate the long-term infrastructure and operational needs of the North Coast Line.

  • North Coast District
  • Planning
Aerial view of the Beerburrum to Nambour rail line

Booral Road, Bunya Creek floodway and Main Street intersection upgrade, planning

Planning is underway to improve flood immunity and safety on a section of Booral Road at Bunya Creek, including the Main Street intersection.

  • Wide Bay Burnett District
  • Planning
Alternative text: The map shows the locality of the proposed Booral Road, Bunya Creek floodway and Main Street intersection upgrade. Nikenbah is located to the north and Hervey Bay to the north-east. Bunya Creek is located just north west of the proposed project location. A solid dark blue line indicates the project extent, which encompasses the Booral Road and Main Street intersection as well as the Bunya Creek floodway along Booral Road, which is located just west of the intersection. The local road network, including Woods Road and Vanderwolfe Road are also highlighted on the map.

Bowen State Boat Harbour master plan

Bowen State Boat Harbour is a key strategic maritime asset in the northern Whitsunday region, providing deep water access for commercial and recreational vessels, a place for public recreation and supporting a range of local maritime businesses, marinas and fishing fleets.

  • Mackay Whitsunday District
  • Planning
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Brisbane Valley Highway overtaking lanes

Planning is complete for a northbound and a southbound overtaking lane along the Brisbane Valley Highway between Fernvale and Esk.

  • North Coast District
  • Planning
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Brisbane Valley Highway safety upgrades

Planning is now underway for the next phase of upgrades to improve safety along the Brisbane Valley Highway.

  • North Coast District
  • Planning
Aerial view of the Brisbane Valley Highway and surrounding area.

Brisbane to Sunshine Coast Rail Corridor Strategy

We are developing a rail corridor vision and a staged program of rail priorities to 2051 on the North Coast Line between Brisbane and Gympie North.

  • North Coast District
  • Planning
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Brisbane – Woodford Road (Mount Mee Road), Dayboro to D’Aguilar, planning

The Queensland Government is undertaking planning to identify and prioritise potential future upgrade locations for Mount Mee Road.

  • North Coast District
  • Planning
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Brisbane–Beenleigh Road, Loganlea Road to Waterford–Tamborine Road, business case

Planning has been completed for a possible future project on Brisbane–Beenleigh Road between Loganlea Road and Waterford–Tamborine Road at Waterford.

  • Planning
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Bruce Highway (Bowen - Ayr), Burdekin River Bridge, rehabilitation program

The Queensland Government is delivering an ongoing rehabilitation and maintenance program for the Burdekin River Bridge. This program is essential to preserving the structural integrity of the bridge and ensuring it remains a safe and reliable crossing for all road users.

  • Northern District
  • Construction
Burdekin River Bridge

Bruce Highway (Brisbane - Gympie), Anzac Avenue to Uhlmann Road upgrade, business case

An upgrade is planned for the Bruce Highway from Anzac Avenue, North Lakes to Uhlmann Road, Burpengary.

  • North Coast District
  • Planning
Aerial view of Anzac Avenue to Uhlmann Road

Bruce Highway (Brisbane - Gympie), Buchanan Road to Caboolture-Bribie Island Road upgrade, business case

An upgrade is planned for the Bruce Highway from Buchanan Road, Morayfield to Caboolture-Bribie Island Road, Caboolture.

  • North Coast District
  • Planning
Aerial view of Buchannan Road to Caboolture-Bribie Island Road

Bruce Highway (Brisbane - Gympie), Uhlmann Road to Buchanan Road upgrade, business case

An upgrade is planned for the Bruce Highway from Uhlmann Road, Burpengary to Buchanan Road, Morayfield.

  • North Coast District
  • Planning
Aerial view of Uhlmann Road to Buchanan Road

Bruce Highway (Brisbane-Gympie), Dohles Rocks Road to Anzac Avenue upgrade (Stage 1)

The department is delivering staged upgrades to manage increasing traffic demands on this section of the Bruce Highway. Stage 1 includes extended north-facing ramps from Dohles Rocks Road to Anzac Avenue.

  • North Coast District
  • Construction
Artist’s impression of the extended north-facing ramps at Dohles Rocks Road interchange on the Bruce Highway, looking north.

Bruce Highway (Gympie – Maryborough), Tiaro Bypass, construct bypass

The Queensland Government is improving flood immunity, safety, and efficiency of the Bruce Highway and future-proofing the road to cater for growing traffic volumes. The Tiaro Bypass will also remove a significant number of heavy vehicles from Tiaro township, improving safety and liveability for residents.

  • Wide Bay Burnett District
  • Detailed design
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Bruce Highway (Ingham - Innisfail), Dallachy Road, install floodway

The Queensland Government has upgraded the Bruce Highway at Dallachy Road near Tully, improving flood resilience on this section of the highway.

  • Far North District
  • Completed
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Bruce Highway (Ingham – Innisfail), Gairloch Floodway, improve safety

The Queensland Government is delivering an upgrade of the Bruce Highway at Gairloch Floodway to enhance safety and flood resilience along this complex and flood-prone section of the highway. Key improvements include road realignment, wide centre line treatment, and removal of a sharp curve to improve traffic flow and reduce flood-related disruptions.

  • Northern District
  • Procurement
Gairloch floodway on the Bruce Highway north of Ingham

Bruce Highway (Innisfail - Cairns), Innisfail Bypass, plan and preserve corridor

The Queensland Government is progressing a $9 million planning and corridor preservation project for a potential bypass around Innisfail.

  • Far North District
  • Planning
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Bruce Highway (Mackay – Proserpine), Goorganga overtaking lanes

Planning is underway for around 2km of overtaking opportunities and upgrades to pavement and lighting at the Gunyarra Road intersection.

  • Mackay Whitsunday District
  • Planning
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Bruce Highway (Pine River - Cairns), Road Operations Improvements

This project has been completed and provides Intelligent Transport System infrastructure at various locations along the Bruce Highway between Pine River and Cairns.

  • Far North District
  • Fitzroy District
  • Mackay Whitsunday District
  • North Coast District
  • Northern District
  • Wide Bay Burnett District
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Bruce Highway (Rockhampton-St Lawrence), various locations, upgrade bridges

The Bruce Highway is a critical link for Queensland, connecting coastal and regional communities from Cairns to Brisbane. Safety upgrades have been completed at Twelve Mile Creek bridge and John Murphy Bridge.

  • Fitzroy District
  • Completed
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Bruce Highway (Rockhampton–St Lawrence) and Bolsover Street, upgrade intersection

Planning for the Bruce Highway and Bolsover Street intersection upgrade in Rockhampton will investigate safety and capacity improvements between the Neville Hewitt Bridge and Cambridge Street.

  • Fitzroy District
  • Planning
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Bruce Highway, Cairns Southern Access Corridor (Stage 5), Foster Road, funding allocation

Planning for the Bruce Highway, Cairns Southern Access Corridor (Stage 5), Foster Road upgrade intersection project will assess and recommend options to upgrade this intersection.

  • Far North District
  • Planning
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Bundaberg Integrated Transport Strategy, planning

The department and Bundaberg Regional Council (council) worked together to finalise the Bundaberg Integrated Transport Strategy which will outline the future transport initiatives in the Bundaberg region.

  • Wide Bay Burnett District
  • Planning
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Burpengary – Caboolture Road (Morayfield Road), Aquatic Centre Drive to Graham Road, planning

Planning is underway to investigate a future upgrade to the last remaining 2-lane section of Morayfield Road from Aquatic Centre Drive to Graham Road.

  • North Coast District
  • Planning
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Caboolture-Dakabin train station access study

The Caboolture-Dakabin Station Access Study seeks to improve access to and around Caboolture, Morayfield, Burpengary, Narangba and Dakabin train stations.

  • North Coast District
  • Planning
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Cairns Southern Access Cycleway, construct cycleway

The Department is progressively delivering a safe off-road facility for bike riders of all abilities, including school children and the bike riding and walking (active transport) community. The new cycleway delivers a direct and continuous route with limited intersections to encourage bike riders to use the off-road facility.

  • Far North District
  • Planning
Cairns Southern Access Cycleway

Cairns Transit Network

Cairns Transit Network is the first busway planning project of its kind in regional Queensland. It will improve public transport in Cairns by giving buses priority, either in separate bus lanes or on dedicated bus-only lanes (busways) which will be separated from general traffic.

  • Far North District
  • Planning
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Cairns Transport Study, planning

By 2046, the Cairns local government area is expected to increase by approximately 59,000 residents. In addition to the substantial visitor numbers in the region, this significant residential growth will have an impact on the safety, efficiency and accessibility of the Cairns urban transport network.

Taking a holistic approach to the planning of this expected growth will ensure a sustainable, efficient and accessible transport network in the region. 

  • Far North District
  • Planning
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Cairns Western Arterial Road, upgrade strategy, planning

The department is conducting a planning study for the Cairns Western Arterial Road to identify future upgrades that will improve safety, capacity, and transport efficiency. The study area spans the entire length of the Cairns Western Arterial Road, from the Captain Cook Highway to Mulgrave Road, and includes the proposed Bruce Highway, Cairns Southern Access Corridor (Stage 6), Earlville Bypass.

  • Far North District
  • Planning
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Caloundra Road and Bellvista Boulevard intersection, planning

The Queensland Government is planning for a future upgrade at the Caloundra Road and Bellvista Boulevard intersection in Little Mountain.

  • North Coast District
  • Planning
Aerial view of the Caloundra Road and Bellvista Boulevard intersection.

Caloundra Road, Kawana Way Link Road to Bruce Highway, off-road cycle link, planning

The department has started planning for an off-road cycle link along approximately 3.5km of Caloundra Road.

  • North Coast District
  • Planning
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Caloundra Road, Nicklin Way, Pelican Waters Boulevard intersection

Planning is in progress to determine upgrade options to the Caloundra Road, Nicklin Way, and Pelican Waters Boulevard intersection to increase safety, reduce congestion, and improve active transport facilities and connectivity.

  • North Coast District
  • Planning
Caloundra Road and Nicklin Way intersection

Carnarvon Highway (Surat – Roma), Balonne River Surat, replace bridge and approaches, planning

The Queensland Government is replacing the Surat Bridge, which crosses the Balonne River on the Carnarvon Highway.

  • South West District
  • Planning
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Centenary Motorway (Darra – Yamanto), planning

The department is undertaking a range of planning activities on the Centenary Motorway between Darra and Yamanto.

  • Metropolitan District
  • Planning
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Centenary Motorway Upgrade planning

The department is developing a masterplan to upgrade the Centenary Motorway corridor between Darra and Toowong. This initiative aims to improve safety, travel times and meet growing transport needs.

  • Metropolitan District
  • Planning
Map shows an overview of the corridor location. The project is between the Ipswich Motorway, Darra and the Toowong roundabout, Toowong

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.

  • South Coast District
  • Planning
Artist impression of the connection to M1 and Logan Motorway.

Coomera Connector (Stage 2), Pimpama to Coomera, 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.

  • South Coast District
  • Planning
Coomera Connector Stage 2 Foxwell Road interchange

Cooroy intersection improvements

The Queensland Government is committed to improving safety, traffic flow, and active transport options at the intersections of Diamond and Elm Streets and Myall and Elm Streets in Cooroy.

  • North Coast District
  • Planning

Coorparoo Level Crossing Precinct Planning

We are investigating safety, accessibility and congestion improvements for the Coorparoo level crossing precinct.

  • Metropolitan District
  • Planning

Cunningham Arterial Road (Ipswich Motorway) Rocklea to Darra, remaining sections, planning

The department is undertaking planning for the remaining sections of the Ipswich Motorway between Rocklea and Darra.

  • Metropolitan District
  • Planning
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Cunningham Highway (Ipswich–Warwick), Ipswich-Rosewood Road intersection, planning

Detailed planning is progressing for an interim safety upgrade and long-term solution for the Cunningham Highway and Ipswich–Rosewood Road intersection in Amberley.

  • Metropolitan District
  • Planning
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Cunningham Highway Interchanges Upgrades – Ripley Road and Swanbank Road interchange, planning

Planning is underway for the upgrade of the Cunningham Highway between Dinmore and Mutdapilly, including Ripley Road and Swanbank Road interchanges.

  • Metropolitan District
  • Planning
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Cunningham Highway Upgrade

Planning is underway to upgrade the Cunningham Highway.

  • South Coast District
  • Metropolitan District
  • Planning
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D'Aguilar Highway network safety planning

The Queensland Government is investigating ways to improve safety for motorists on the D’Aguilar Highway in the Toowoomba Region.

  • Darling Downs District
  • Planning
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Dayboro Road link study

Planning is now complete to develop a long-term vision for the future of Brisbane-Woodford Road (known as Dayboro Road) between Gympie Road and Youngs Crossing Road.

  • North Coast District
  • Planning
View of Dayboro Road looking south

Dinmore station park 'n' ride upgrade

A planning study is underway to upgrade and expand the northern side of the park 'n' ride at Dinmore station.

  • Planning
Dinmore station park 'n' ride upgrade project map

Dunwich (Gumpi) Ferry Terminal Upgrade

Planning is progressing to improve access and create a sense of arrival to North Stradbroke Island (Minjerribah) by upgrading the ferry terminal at Junner Street, Dunwich (Gumpi).

  • Metropolitan District
  • Planning
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Fraser Coast integrated transport strategy, planning

The Fraser Coast region is experiencing significant growth, with its population projected to increase from 118,505 to 151,700 over the next 25 years.

  • Wide Bay Burnett District
  • Planning

Gateway Motorway, Bracken Ridge to Pine River upgrade

The Queensland Government is upgrading the Gateway Motorway from Bracken Ridge to the Pine River to improve traffic flow and safety.

  • Metropolitan District
  • Planning
Aerial view of roads, cars, trees and houses

Gatton–Esk Road, flood resilience, planning

Planning is underway to improve flood immunity of Gatton–Esk Road at Lockyer Creek.

  • Darling Downs District
  • Planning
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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.

  • South Coast District
  • Planning
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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.

  • South Coast District
  • Planning
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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.

  • South Coast District
  • Planning
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Gympie Arterial Road and Murphy Road intersection, Downfall Creek Bridge, planning

Up to 67,000 vehicles travel each weekday between the northern suburbs and inner Brisbane, crossing Downfall Creek on Gympie Arterial Road at Chermside.

  • Planning
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Gympie Road Planning Program

The Gympie Road Planning Program aims to improve travel from Herston to Carseldine and help prepare Brisbane for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

  • Metropolitan District
  • Planning
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Integrated Road and Public Transport Plan for Western Brisbane

We’re developing a new transport plan for western Brisbane to address traffic congestion, ensure public transport is accessible and reliable, and improve pedestrian and cyclist safety.

  • Metropolitan District
  • Planning
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Ipswich to Springfield Public Transport Corridor Study

We have finalised the Ipswich to Springfield Public Transport Corridor Preliminary Evaluation.

  • Metropolitan District
  • Planning

Kenmore Bypass Planning Study

A study has been undertaken to investigate a bypass at Fig Tree Pocket using the existing preserved corridor.

  • Metropolitan District
  • Planning
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Kuranda Range Road safety and resilience upgrades

The department is working with the Australian Government to investigate and prioritise safety and resilience upgrades for Kuranda Range Road.

  • Far North District
  • Planning
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Landsborough to Nambour Rail Corridor Study

We have identified and preserved a new rail corridor between Landsborough and Nambour, which will replace the existing North Coast line through this section.

  • North Coast District
  • Planning
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Landsborough-Maleny Road and Maleny-Montville Road intersection, improve safety

We are investigating a future upgrade to the intersection of Landsborough-Maleny Road and Maleny-Montville Road in Maleny.

  • Planning
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Lindum Station Precinct Upgrades

We are working with all levels of government to improve safety and accessibility at the Lindum Station and level crossing.

  • Metropolitan District
  • Planning
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Linkfield Road Overpass upgrade

The Queensland Government is committed to improving road safety, reducing congestion, and supporting the growing needs of the Bald Hills community.

  • Metropolitan District
  • Pre-construction
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Long-distance passenger rail business case

We are looking into ways to improve services and replace the trains used for the long-distance passenger network connecting many destinations across Queensland.

  • Planning
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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.

  • South Coast District
  • Planning
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Mackay Port Access, Bruce Highway to Mackay - Slade Point Road (Stage 1)

The proposed Mackay Port Access will provide a direct link for freight movements from the Mackay Port to the Mackay Ring Road, and west to the Bowen Basin coal fields via the Walkerston Bypass and Peak Downs Highway.

  • Mackay Whitsunday District
  • Planning
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Mackay Ring Road

The Mackay Ring Road to Bald Hill Road Connection Project delivers a significant upgrade to the Brue Highway.

  • Mackay Whitsunday District
  • Completed
Pioneer River crossing

Manly State Boat Harbour master plan

The Manly State Boat Harbour is an integral part of the bayside’s social, cultural and economic landscape. We are currently undertaking a master planning process to help guide future activities at the boat harbour.

  • Metropolitan District
  • Planning
Manly Boat Harbour Aerial

Mareeba – Dimbulah Road, Mareeba Heavy Vehicle Bypass, planning

The planning for the Mareeba – Dimbulah Road, Mareeba Heavy Vehicle Bypass focused on progressing the southern section of the bypass and reviewing the alignment of the northern section.

  • Far North District
  • Planning
Vehicles travelling along Mareeba–Dimbulah Road locally known as Byrnes Street

Maroochydore - Noosa Road (David Low Way), Bli Bli Bridge upgrade, planning

Planning for a future upgrade of Bli Bli bridge has proposed a new bridge to the north of the existing bridge.

Key features include a wider bridge deck with two lanes of traffic (one in each direction), road shoulders and dedicated active transport facilities.

Active transport improvements include a wider path for pedestrians, bike riders and mobility device users on the southern side of the new bridge with active transport paths connecting to Bli Bli village and Muller Park.

The proposed planning layout includes the ability to convert the bridge to four lanes should traffic demands require this in the future.

The Queensland Government remains committed to maintaining the existing Bli Bli bridge to allow continued safe operation for all users.

Regular inspections are conducted as part of the structures maintenance program to monitor its condition and enable any necessary repairs.

Planning has been completed and the project is now closed.

Timeframes for future stages are unknown and will depend on future funding commitments and competing statewide priorities.

Project priorities and funding needs are reviewed and re-evaluated regularly by the department to ensure that as many positive road outcomes as possible are obtained within a finite budget.

  • North Coast District
  • Planning
Aerial view of Bli Bli Bridge

Maroochydore–Noosa Road Route Strategy and Link Plan

Planning is complete for 28km of Maroochydore–Noosa Road which runs from Ocean Street, Maroochydore to Emu Mountain Road, Peregian Springs.

  • North Coast District
  • Planning
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Maryborough-Hervey Bay Road and Ariadne Street intersection, planning

Planning is underway to improve the safety and efficiency of the Maryborough–Hervey Bay Road (locally known as Saltwater Creek Road) and Ariadne Street intersection.

  • Wide Bay Burnett District
  • Planning
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Moggill Sub - Arterial Road, Centenary Motorway to Rafting Ground Reserve, active transport planning

Planning to improve active transport infrastructure and safety on Moggill Road between the Centenary Motorway and Kilkivan Avenue, Kenmore is now complete.

  • Metropolitan District
  • Planning
Project location runs along Moggill Road from the intersection of Rafting Ground Road and Moggill Roadd to the Centenary Motorway

Moggill Sub-Arterial Road and Brookfield Road (Kenmore) intersection upgrade (Kenmore roundabout)

In 2021, an upgrade was proposed for the Kenmore roundabout at the intersection of Moggill Road and Brookfield Road in Kenmore. The upgrade proposed removing the roundabout and signalising the intersection, and also included provision for active transport users.

  • Metropolitan District
  • Planning
Moggill Sub-Arterial Road and Brookfield Road (Kenmore) intersection upgrade map

Moggill Sub-Arterial Road, Kenmore roundabout and Our Lady of the Rosary intersection, safety improvements

Planning is underway for safety improvements at the intersections of Moggill Road and Brookfield Road and Moggill Road and Kenmore Road, Kenmore.

  • Metropolitan District
  • Planning
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Mount Lindesay Arterial Road Beaudesert Road Kameruka Street upgrade intersection

The department is undertaking planning to progressively upgrade the Beaudesert Road corridor, from the Logan Motorway towards Compton Road.

  • Metropolitan District
  • Planning
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Nambour Connection Road and Diddillibah Road intersection, improve safety

We are investigating a future upgrade to improve safety at the intersection of Nambour Connection Road and Diddillibah Road, Woombye.

  • Planning
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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.

  • South Coast District
  • Planning
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New Albion station project

Albion train station will be rebuilt and upgraded to support future interchange demand in Brisbane's inner north.

  • Metropolitan District
  • Planning
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New England Highway (Yarraman - Toowoomba) Network Safety Planning

The Queensland Government is investigating future road infrastructure requirements to provide a better driving experience for all road users and to reduce the risk of fatal and serious injury crashes.

  • Darling Downs District
  • Planning
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New England Highway (Yarraman – Toowoomba), Chalk Drive, Neil Street and Ruthven Street intersections, improve active transport facilities

Design is underway to improve safety for people walking and bike riding when crossing at the Chalk Drive, Ruthven and Victoria streets intersection and the Chalk Drive and Neil Street intersection.

  • Darling Downs District
  • Planning
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North Coast Line Stabling Expansion

We are working with Queensland Rail to expand train stabling facilities across the rail network. Stabling yards are used to park trains when they are not in use.

  • North Coast District
  • Planning
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Northern Sunshine Coast Public Transport Strategy

The department is working towards an improved public transport system for the Sunshine Coast.

  • North Coast District
  • Planning
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Oakey–Cooyar Road and Oakey Connection Road, upgrade intersection

Investigations are underway for future upgrades to the current Oakey–Cooyar Road (Davidson Street) and Oakey Connection Road (Bridge Street) intersection in Oakey.

  • Darling Downs District
  • Planning
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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.

  • South Coast District
  • Planning
Aerial view of Pacific Motorway through Springwood

Pacific Motorway M1 Interchange upgrades

Planning and construction is underway for short and long-term upgrades of various interchanges on the Pacific Motorway (M1)

  • South Coast District
  • Planning
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Palmerston Highway (Innisfail - Ravenshoe) strategy upgrade, planning

The Queensland Government has completed a study to plan improvements for the Palmerston Highway between Belvedere and Millaa Millaa.

  • Far North District
  • Planning
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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.

  • South Coast District
  • Planning
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Port of Brisbane Further Planning

The Australian and Queensland governments are investigating improved freight connectivity to the Port of Brisbane.

  • Metropolitan District
  • Planning

Proserpine - Shute Harbour Road, Valley Drive (Cannonvale), capacity upgrades

A capacity upgrade is in development to complement the planned Proserpine-Shute Harbour Road Upgrade between Paluma Road and Valley Drive.

  • Mackay Whitsunday District
  • Planning
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Rockhampton Railyards Rejuvenation, Heritage Precinct

The heritage precinct focuses on preserving the site’s rich rail history and restoring the heritage-listed Roundhouse, one of only two remaining full-circle roundhouses in Australia.

  • Fitzroy District
  • Planning
Close-up view of the historic, disused roundhouse at the Rockhampton Railyards Heritage site, featuring a circular structure with a stationary turntable in the center

Rockhampton Railyards Rejuvenation, Industrial Precinct

The Industrial Precinct focuses on commercial use and provides opportunities for a broad range of industries including rail, manufacturing and maintenance. 

  • Fitzroy District
  • Planning
Aerial view of the Rockhampton Railyards industrial precinct, showcasing rail tracks, various structures, and the historic circular roundhouse

Rockhampton Ring Road

The Rockhampton Ring Road is a transformative project for the Bruce Highway, designed to support future economic growth and deliver key benefits such as improved flood resilience, freight efficiencies, reduced travel times and enhanced road safety.

  • Fitzroy District
  • Construction
Rockhampton - Yeppon Intersection artist impression which is 4 roads with a traffic light intersection

Rosslyn Bay State Boat Harbour master plan

Rosslyn Bay State Boat Harbour is a key strategic maritime asset on the Capricorn coast, providing deep water access for recreational boaties, supporting commercial and community maritime activities and gateway to Great Keppel Island (Woppa).

  • Fitzroy District
  • Planning
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Salisbury to Beaudesert Passenger Rail

We are planning for future transport needs between Salisbury and Beaudesert.

  • South Coast District
  • Metropolitan District
  • Planning
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Last updated: 8 July 2026