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Bruce Highway Ramp Upgrade Takes Shape at Murrumba Downs

Artist’s impression of the extended north-facing ramps at the Dohles Rocks Road interchange, Murrumba Downs. Photo Credit: TMR Queensland

Work on the $290 million Bruce Highway upgrade at Murrumba Downs has moved into a more visible phase, with new ramps taking shape between Dohles Rocks Road and the Anzac Avenue interchange and a key local road connection now closed.

Access to Goodrich Road East directly from Dohles Rocks Road has closed as construction progresses on the new southbound highway exit. Drivers can instead reach Goodrich Road East via Silvereye Drive.

It is one of the biggest changes so far in a project that will alter how traffic enters and leaves the Bruce Highway between Murrumba Downs and the interchange serving North Lakes and Mango Hill.

New Ramps Between Dohles Rocks Road and Anzac Avenue

Stage 1 centres on two extended north-facing ramps at Dohles Rocks Road.

The new northbound entry will take traffic from Dohles Rocks Road onto the Bruce Highway, continuing towards the Anzac Avenue exit as an auxiliary lane.

Heading south, another auxiliary lane will extend from the Anzac Avenue entry ramp to a new Bruce Highway exit at Dohles Rocks Road.

That means additional road capacity between the two interchanges, rather than the new infrastructure ending immediately after vehicles join or leave the highway.

Ramp-metering signals will also be installed on the northbound entry to manage the flow of vehicles joining the Bruce Highway.

Dohles Rocks Road Is Being Reworked

Changes are happening off the highway as well.

The existing signalised intersection on Dohles Rocks Road is being upgraded to accommodate traffic using the new northbound ramp. A separate signalised intersection will cater for the new southbound exit.

The closure of the former Goodrich Road East access makes room for that southbound ramp, while new and upgraded noise barriers also form part of the works.

Main construction began in April 2025 after early works started the previous year. The Australian Government is contributing $232 million towards the $290 million project, with the Queensland Government providing $58 million.

Bigger Changes Planned Around the Bruce Highway

The Murrumba Downs works are also part of a much larger rethink of the Bruce Highway and Gateway Motorway corridor through Brisbane’s northern fringe and southern Moreton Bay.

Immediately south of Dohles Rocks Road, detailed design is now underway on a separate project that would build collector-distributor roads on both sides of the Bruce Highway between Dohles Rocks Road and the Gateway Motorway and Gympie Arterial Road.

That proposal includes two new bridges across the Pine River, a shared active transport connection and a fauna underpass. Construction funding for that stage has not yet been committed.

Future stages between Dohles Rocks Road and Anzac Avenue are also proposed. These include collector-distributor roads, changes to the Anzac Avenue interchange and a shared pedestrian and bicycle path along the eastern side of the highway.

Those later works remain subject to further approvals and funding.

For now, the most immediate changes are happening at Dohles Rocks Road, where the new ramps and intersections are steadily changing a familiar part of the Bruce Highway for motorists travelling between Murrumba Downs, Griffin and the North Lakes area.

Published 8-September-2026

Rothwell Lifestyle Centre Construction Begins on $67m Precinct

Photo Credit: CapPru/LinkedIn

Construction has started on the $67 million Moreton Lifestyle Centre in Rothwell, with the retail and lifestyle precinct set to bring new food, automotive, fitness and service offerings to the growing North Lakes–Redcliffe corridor.

Rothwell Lifestyle Centre Takes First Step

Work is officially underway on the Moreton Lifestyle Centre, a $67 million retail and lifestyle development at 463 Anzac Avenue, Rothwell.

A sod turn was held on 23 June 2026 to mark the start of construction, with developer CapPru joined by builder Deluca, project partners and stakeholders at the site.

The project will transform a 3.7-hectare site with frontage to Anzac Avenue and Buchanan Street into a new retail and lifestyle precinct for the City of Moreton Bay.

The development has already secured commitments from several tenants, including Banjo’s, BP, KFC and Automasters. Wellness gyms have also been named among the planned offerings.

New Tenants Planned for Moreton Lifestyle Centre

CapPru Managing Director Jarrad Haynes said the centre had been planned around the needs of a growing local population, with the North Lakes–Redcliffe corridor projected to gain an additional 77,000 residents by 2046.

He said the Moreton Lifestyle Centre would provide retail convenience, lifestyle services and employment opportunities close to home.

Interest from national retailers has also been linked to demand for a centre of its kind in Brisbane’s northern corridor. Further tenant commitments are expected to be announced later.

Leasing is being managed by Colliers and KD Special Projects, with negotiations continuing across several sectors. These include homemaker, fitness, automotive, electrical, pet care and outdoor recreation uses.

Construction Underway on 3.7-Hectare Site

Deluca is delivering construction of the Rothwell precinct for CapPru.

Deluca Managing Director Nic De Luca said the project would be a significant construction job for the area, with up to 120 people expected to be working on site once activity is fully underway.

Longer-term employment opportunities are also expected once the centre becomes operational, although a completion or opening date has not been provided.

The project forms part of continuing development activity in the broader Moreton Bay region, where population growth is shaping demand for additional retail and lifestyle services.

For Rothwell, the start of works marks a visible step forward for a prominent site on Anzac Avenue, with construction now moving the Moreton Lifestyle Centre from planning and tenant commitments into delivery.

Published 26-June-2026

Pine Rivers Honour Gates In Kallangur: A Century Of Local Remembrance

Photo Credit: Moreton Bay Region Libraries

Set along Anzac Avenue in Kallangur, the Pine Rivers Honour Gates carry a story that began more than a century ago, when a local community came together to mark the loss of its First World War soldiers.

A District Remembers

The gates were first established at the Lawnton Showgrounds and officially opened on 28 July 1923. At the time, they served as a memorial to district men who died in service or were killed in action during the First World War.

Marble plaques were placed on the structure, recording the names of 28 local soldiers. A dedication dated July 1923 states that the gates honour those who fell in the Great War, forming the central purpose of the memorial.

Pine Rivers Honour Gates — *Photo Caption: Memorial gates at entrance to Pine Rivers R.S.L. (Returned Services League) Kallangur in 1995*
Photo Credit: Moreton Bay Region Libraries

Built As An Entrance

Rather than a standalone monument, the memorial was designed as a gateway. The structure features four pillars fitted with white marble plaques, with wrought iron gates spanning the entrance.

Decorative scrollwork and carved detailing form part of the design, reflecting how the memorial was integrated into a public space at the showgrounds. Positioned at an entrance, the gates were part of everyday community life from the beginning.

Kallangur memorial gates — *Photo Caption: Entrance Gates to Pine Rivers Showgrounds, early 1900s*
Photo Credit: Moreton Bay Region Libraries

More Names, More Conflicts

Over time, the memorial expanded beyond its original focus. Additional plaques were added to recognise service connected to World War II, Korea, Malaya, Vietnam and Borneo.

These additions extended the record of service across several decades, with inscriptions covering the period from 1939 to 1973. World War II plaques also include names, continuing the memorial’s role in documenting those connected to the district.

war memorial — *Photo Caption: Pine Rivers Honour Gates, North Leagues and Services Club, Kallangur, 1998*
Photo Credit: Moreton Bay Region Libraries

A Move To Kallangur

The gates did not remain at Lawnton. After later relocations, they were moved to their current position at the Pine Rivers RSL memorial precinct in Kallangur.

Records place the final relocation in the mid-1980s, with accounts noting 1986 or 1987. The move shifted the memorial from its original showground setting into a dedicated commemorative precinct.

Kallangur Memorial Gates Today

Today, the Kallangur memorial gates stand within a broader memorial complex that includes several other structures recognising military service.

The original 1923 dedication remains part of the site, alongside later additions that expanded the scope of the memorial. The gates now reflect both their origin as a First World War tribute and their continued role in recording service across multiple conflicts linked to the Pine Rivers district.

Published 20-Mar-2026

Plans Progress for Bruce Highway Upgrade in North Lakes Corridor

North Lakes is in line for significant traffic relief as part of a major upgrade to the Bruce Highway, with new plans confirming additional lanes and major redesigns across one of Queensland’s busiest road corridors. The project spans 18.8 kilometres between Anzac Avenue and Caboolture–Bribie Island Road and is set to change how residents and local traffic move in and out of Brisbane’s north.

This stretch of the Bruce Highway forms a crucial link between North Lakes and regional centres to the north, but it’s become increasingly congested during peak travel times. With the area’s population continuing to grow, especially around Moreton Bay, the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) has outlined a plan to not only increase lane capacity but also build new road features that support safer and more efficient travel for both locals and long-distance drivers.

Plans to Widen the Highway and Separate Local Traffic

The most immediate changes will take place between Anzac Avenue and Uhlmann Road, where the highway will be expanded from three to four lanes in each direction. This section will see new lanes added in the central median, along with the upgrade or replacement of nearby overpasses to accommodate the wider footprint.

North of Uhlmann Road, rather than continuing to add lanes to the main highway, the project will introduce new one-way collector-distributor roads along both sides. These roads are designed to handle local traffic movements — such as trips to interchanges or nearby service centres — while allowing highway traffic to keep moving without interference.

This approach was chosen after studies found that simply widening the highway near North Lakes would not solve the problem due to the number of existing interchanges in close range. The new parallel roads will help reduce congestion, particularly in areas where traffic frequently merges or exits, such as around Buchanan Road and Caboolture–Bribie Island Road.

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Feedback from the North Lakes Community

When TMR called for feedback between October and November 2023, residents from North Lakes and surrounding suburbs voiced both support and concerns. Many welcomed the plan to expand the highway and appreciated the attempt to separate local trips from long-distance ones. At the same time, some questioned whether the shift back to three lanes near Uhlmann Road might cause new delays.

People also raised concerns about the impact of construction, including how long the work would take, whether it would overlap with other roadworks in the area, and how detours might affect their day-to-day travel. A key issue raised was the potential need for property resumptions in some neighbourhoods, particularly if collector-distributor roads were to run close to homes or businesses.

Other feedback focused on improving the experience of pedestrians and cyclists. Residents asked for better lighting, wider paths, and separate lanes for bikes and walkers, especially near overpasses and crossings. Environmental concerns were also flagged, with requests for TMR to minimise the loss of vegetation and ensure wildlife corridors are considered in the design.

Government Investment and Timeline

The project is being backed by a combined $34 million in planning funds from the Australian and Queensland governments. Of this, $12 million has been committed specifically to the Anzac Avenue to Uhlmann Road section, with another $733 million allocated for the delivery of major works along this same segment.

According to TMR, business case development is currently underway, with more detailed designs expected by 2026. Early works, including geotechnical investigations and property assessments, are already in progress. Construction is not yet scheduled, but it will begin after the design phase and following further consultation with landowners and local councils.

Feedback on the preferred solution remains open until 14 September 2025. TMR has urged anyone who lives, works or travels through the corridor — including those from North Lakes — to get involved by sharing their thoughts via the project’s online feedback portal or by contacting the project team directly.

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A Road Plan That Aims to Keep Pace with Growth

With suburbs like North Lakes continuing to grow, the pressure on the Bruce Highway is expected to intensify in the years ahead. The current upgrade is part of a broader strategy to prepare for that growth while addressing the traffic frustrations many residents already face.

Published 17-July-2025

Car Rollover in North Lakes Leaves Driver Critical, Children Injured

In a harrowing incident on Friday afternoon, 6 December 2024, a car rollover on the Anzac Avenue off-ramp in North Lakes has left a male driver fighting for his life and three young children hospitalised.

The accident occurred around 4:00 PM, with emergency services responding quickly to the scene. According to Queensland Ambulance Service reports, the driver was initially trapped in the wreckage, adding a critical dimension to the already serious accident.

Paramedics worked diligently to extricate the driver, who was subsequently treated for what are described as potentially life-threatening injuries. He was then urgently transported to the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital, underscoring the severity of his condition.

The incident’s impact on the children involved was less severe. Three children, all under 10 years old, sustained minor injuries and were transported to Queensland Children’s Hospital. Ambulance sources confirmed the children were in a stable condition, providing a measure of relief amid the traumatic circumstances.

North Lakes residents are advised that the Anzac Avenue off-ramp was likely temporarily closed during the emergency response and subsequent investigation. Local authorities are expected to conduct a thorough investigation into the circumstances of the rollover.

Published 7-December-2024

Mango Hill: New Residential and Retail Development Proposed

A mixed-used development proposal that will integrate multiple dwellings, self storage, and retail at 1741-1747 & 1751 Anzac Avenue, Mango Hill has been lodged.

*Photo Credit: Moreton Bay City Council / pdonline.moretonbay.qld.gov.au*

Keymax Building Group Pty Ltd is seeking approval for its proposed development of mixed used building that will contain food and drink outlets, health care service, indoor sport and recreation, office, shop veterinary service, warehouse, and associated advertising device.

*Artist impression – View east from Anzac Avenue | Photo Credit: Moreton Bay City Council / pdonline.moretonbay.qld.gov.au*

*Artist impression – View from Anzac Avenue | Photo Credit: Moreton Bay City Council / pdonline.moretonbay.qld.gov.au*

Designed by Brick Architects, the proposed development will be for a three-storey building with 14 tenancies (1,390 sqm) with a frontage to Anzac Avenue; 20 townhouses with frontages to both Anzac Ave and Linear Drive; small self-storage locker (1,010 sqm) consisting of 50 small self-locking storage spaces which will be located below ground level.

*Lower Ground Level One Plan | Photo Credit: Moreton Bay City Council / pdonline.moretonbay.qld.gov.au*

*Ground Level Plan | Photo Credit: Moreton Bay City Council / pdonline.moretonbay.qld.gov.au.*

Under the proposal, the dwellings will be a mix of 16 two-bedroom and 4 three-bedroom units with balconies and garages fronting Linear Drive. The townhouses will have access to a single garage, with a storage area, that are all located on the lower ground level.

The plan also includes 56 car parking space for tenancies and 34 car parking spaces for residents.

*Level One Plan Part A | Photo Credit: Moreton Bay City Council / pdonline.moretonbay.qld.gov.au*

*Level One Plan Part B | Photo Credit: Moreton Bay City Council / pdonline.moretonbay.qld.gov.au*

The Assessment Report by Plan Vista regarding the proposed development states that:

“The proposal is ideally located within convenient walking distance from the Mango Hill Train Station and the North Lakes Bus Station. The proposal provides a range of commercial tenancies which have proved to meet the demands for the scale of typical businesses within the North Lakes/Mango Hill area.

“The combination of Multiple Dwellings further supports the commercial premises and provides vibrancy and activation to the site and surrounding development.

“Finally, the small scale self-storage lockable spaces provide utility to the proposed development and provides opportunities for small scale spaces for personal items which are being sought by businesses and residents who do not have sufficient space to store important items and where larger self-storage facilities prove too large.”