Safety upgrades underway across a 22km section of the Bruce Highway
Construction is now underway on safety upgrades across a 22-kilometre stretch of the Bruce Highway between Pine Mountain Creek and Deep Creek, north of Marlborough in Queensland.
Safety upgrades to be carried out between Rockhampton and St Lawrence include road widening, wide centre line treatments, audio tactile line marking, pavement strengthening, targeted intersection upgrades and drainage improvements.
These works will make the Bruce Highway safer and more reliable through Central Queensland by widening the road, improving wet weather resilience and providing a smoother driving experience.
“We’re delivering the critical safety upgrades needed between Rockhampton and St Lawrence to ensure everyone can return home safely to their loved ones.
“As we continue to see growth across the region, these upgrades are a big win for providing a safer, more reliable driving experience across Central Queensland,” Federal Assistant Minister for Northern Australia and Senator for Queensland Nita Green said.
“These works will make a real difference for locals, freight operators and tourists travelling between Rockhampton and St Lawrence.
“This stretch of the Bruce Highway carries heavy traffic and plays a vital role in keeping Central Queensland connected, so targeted safety upgrades like these are essential,” Member for Mirani Glen Kelly said.
The upgrades are being delivered as part of the record $9 billion Bruce Highway Targeted Safety Program (BHTSP) and the $1 billion Bruce Highway Safety Package.
The BHTSP was announced last year and it is gaining momentum – with eight projects already completed, 19 currently underway, and 16 construction projects to roll out from early 2026.
The Program is jointly funded by the Australian and Queensland Governments, each contributing $7.2 billion and $1.8 billion respectively, with every dollar to be spent on projects along the corridor between Cairns and Gympie.
“The Australian Government’s investment in the Bruce Highway is focused on improving safety and reliability along this critical route.
“In partnership with the Queensland Government we are undertaking these safety works to reduce accidents and crashes while supporting freight and tourism along the Bruce Highway,” Federal Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government Catherine King said.
“The Crisafulli Government is focused on making the Bruce Highway safer and more reliable for Queenslanders.
“The Bruce Highway is the backbone of our state’s transport network, and these upgrades will improve safety and strengthen connections for everyone who travels this stretch.
“Every life lost on our roads is one too many – these upgrades are about creating more reliable roads and helping Queenslanders get home safely,” QLD Minister for Transport and Main Roads Brent Mickelberg said.
Source: Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government; Queensland Government – Media Statements; Queensland Government – Department of Transport and Main Roads; Roads & Infrastructure Australia
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