Douglas – Garbutt Road (Townsville), various locations (Stage 1), improve intersections
Safety upgrades will be carried out at various locations along Douglas – Garbutt Road.
ConstructionHigh Risk Roads projects (Townsville)
The Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) is undertaking safety improvement works at various locations across three state-controlled roads in Townsville:
- South Townsville Road – from the Railway Avenue/Brooks Street intersection to the Railway Avenue/Boundary Street intersection
- North Ward Road – from the Saunders Street/Rooney Street intersection to the Hugh Street/Woolcock Street intersection
- Douglas–Garbutt Road – from the Nathan Street/Bergin Street intersection to the Duckworth Street/Woolcock Street intersection
The works are being delivered under the High Risk Roads program which is a state-funded initiative to address key safety concerns for the whole of a road segment or route.
Construction works started in late March 2023 and will continue until late 2023.
Key features
Targeted safety upgrades will be carried out at more than 50 locations along the 3 road links. Works will include:
- minor intersection upgrades
- new turning lanes
- line marking and signage improvements
- active transport upgrades including new sections of green bicycle lanes and new pedestrian infrastructure
- traffic signal changes
- additional road safety enhancements.
Benefits
- Improves safety
- Increases traffic flow
- Accessibility
- Better active transport
- Reduces maintenance
Funding
These projects are funded by the Queensland Government through the High Risk Roads Program. 1. South Townsville Road, (Stage 1) various locations, improve intersections with $3.012 million invested by the Queensland Government. 2. North Ward Road (Townsville), various locations, (Stage 1) improve intersections with $9.191 million invested by the Queensland Government. 3. Douglas Garbutt Road (Townsville), various locations, (Stage 1) improve intersections with $13.562 million invested by the Queensland Government.
- Total investment
- $25.765 million
- Queensland Government
- $25.765 million
Projects map
28 Projects in High Risk Roads projects (Townsville)
Beerburrum Road, Twin View Road and English Street, intersection upgrade
The intersection of Beerburrum Road, Twin View Road, and English Street in Elimbah is being upgraded as part of the Queensland Government's Targeted Road Safety Program. The upgrade will include the installation of traffic signals to improve safety and provide safer turning movements and crossing opportunities for all road users.
Bicentennial Bikeway, Kurilpa Bridge to Victoria Bridge, design active transport upgrades
The Queensland Government is delivering the design for an upgraded link for bicycle riders and pedestrians between Kurilpa Bridge and Victoria Bridge on the Bicentennial Bikeway.
Brisbane Valley Highway upgrade intersections
The Brisbane Valley Highway upgrade intersections project is part of the South East Queensland (SEQ) City Deal—an agreement between the Australian Government, Queensland Government, and Somerset Regional Council. This project aims to enhance connectivity and safety along the Brisbane Valley Highway, a critical freight and commuter corridor linking Somerset with Greater SEQ.
With increasing traffic volumes, the highway has seen a rise in intersection crashes. This project will deliver targeted safety improvements to reduce crash risks, improve traffic flow, and support the region’s long-term growth and connectivity.
Bruce Highway (Brisbane - Gympie), Gateway Motorway to Dohles Rocks Road upgrade (Stage 1)
The Queensland Government is upgrading the Bruce Highway, where it joins the Gateway Motorway and Gympie Arterial Road, south of the Pine River to improve traffic flow and safety.
Bruce Highway (Brisbane - Gympie), Gateway Motorway to Dohles Rocks Road upgrade (Stage 2), detailed design
The Queensland Government is upgrading the Bruce Highway (Brisbane-Gympie), Gateway Motorway to Dohles Rocks Road in stages to improve traffic flow and safety.
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.
Bulloo Developmental Road (Cunnamulla – Thargomindah), Paroo River bridge replacement
The Queensland Government is committed to building back better and ensuring the state-controlled road network is more resilient to future disasters, safeguarding communities and supporting economic recovery.
Caboolture-Bribie Island Road, Hickey Road to King Johns Creek
Design is progressing for the future duplication of Caboolture-Bribie Island Road from west of Hickey Road to west of King Johns Creek. The project includes signalising the Hickey Road intersection.
Caboolture–Bribie Island Road, Bribie Island bridge, design and early works
A business case has been completed, and the project is now progressing through the detailed design phase for the new Bribie Island Bridge
Cairns Western Arterial Road, Redlynch Connector Road to Captain Cook Highway, duplication
The Queensland Government is undertaking a $300 million project to duplicate the Cairns Western Arterial Road between Redlynch Connector Road and Captain Cook Highway. This upgrade will transform the road into a 4-lane carriageway, improving safety, capacity, and traffic flow for the region.
Caloundra Road, Kawana Way Link Road and Bells Creek Arterial Road intersection
The Queensland Government is progressing with a major upgrade of the Caloundra Road, Kawana Way Link Road, and Bells Creek Arterial Road intersection to deliver significant congestion relief and safety improvements for the Sunshine Coast region.
Cannon Hill Shopping Centre bus facility, design bus station
The Cannon Hill Shopping Centre bus facility is proposed to be upgraded.
Coominya Connection Road, Buaraba Creek, replace timber bridge
The Buaraba Creek timber bridge replacement project will improve safety and network reliability by replacing the existing narrow, timber bridge (Neithe Bridge) with a new wider, two-lane, concrete structure in the same location.
Deception Bay, Bay Avenue and Moreton Downs Drive intersection, safety improvements
Safety improvements to the intersection of Deception Bay, Bay Avenue and Moreton Downs Drive intersection, Deception Bay.
Douglas – Garbutt Road (Townsville), various locations (Stage 1), improve intersections
Safety upgrades will be carried out at various locations along Douglas – Garbutt Road.
Garbutt-Upper Ross Road, Halliday Street to Gouldian Avenue, improve safety
The department is undertaking safety improvement works at various locations across Garbutt – Upper Ross Road (locally known as Thuringowa Drive and Riverway Drive) from the Halliday Street/Thuringowa Drive intersection to Gouldian Avenue/Riverway Drive intersection.
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.
Gaythorne train station park 'n' ride, design and land acquisition
Detailed design has started for future expansion of parking facilities at Gaythorne station.
Gympie Arterial Road and Beams Road (Carseldine), upgrade intersection
This upgrade is part of the Queensland Government's commitment to improving road safety and traffic flow in the metropolitan region. This project aims to address congestion and enhance safety for all road users.
Kin Kin Road, strengthen and widen pavement
Design to rehabilitate and widen priority sections of Kin Kin Road (locally known as Pomona Kin Kin Road) is progressing. This will improve safety and ride quality and reduce maintenance costs.
Mackay - Bucasia Road and Golf Links Road, upgrade intersection
The Mackay–Bucasia Road and Golf Links Road intersection in Beaconsfield is undergoing detailed design for an upgrade.
Moggill Sub-Arterial Road, Witton Road to the Centenary Motorway off ramp (Chapel Hill), active transport design and construction
Planning has been completed to upgrade active transport facilities on Moggill Road, between Witton Road and the Centenary Motorway off-ramp.
Mooloolaba to Maroochydore cycleway, design cycleway
The department is partnering with Sunshine Coast Council to deliver the Mooloolaba to Maroochydore cycleway which will provide a bicycle path connecting Mooloolaba to Maroochydore.
New England Highway (Yarraman - Toowoomba), Back Creek Bridge, upgrade bridge and approaches, design
The Queensland Government is committed to improving safety on the New England Highway at Cooyar.
North Ward Road (Townsville), various locations (Stage 1), improve intersections
Safety upgrades will be carried out at various locations along North Ward Road.
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.
Queensland Train Manufacturing Program fleet
The Queensland Train Manufacturing Program will build 65 new six-car passenger trains at a purpose-built manufacturing facility in Torbanlea. The new, modern train fleet will provide passengers with more efficient, reliable, and accessible travel across South East Queensland.
Toowoomba - Cecil Plains Road (Taylor Street), Tor Street to Boundary Street, design separated cycle track
A separated cycle track is being designed along Taylor Street, between Tor and Boundary streets, as part of the Toowoomba–Cecil Plains Road (Taylor Street) bikeway project.