Next stage underway to improve major Morayfield roads
Published 20 January 2021
Motorists, cyclists and pedestrians in Morayfield will soon be moving better than ever before with two major road upgrades on track for completion in March.
Moreton Bay Regional Council today awarded tenders to relocate essential utility services at Oakey Flat Road and Graham Road.
These two projects are the latest stages in a broader $15.4 million road efficiency overhaul in this booming area of Moreton Bay.
Mayor Peter Flannery said the next stage of upgrades would help keep the community moving in more ways than one.
“Widening a road involves more than pouring new concrete, you need to relocate vital utility services such as electricity, water and telecommunications,” Mayor Flannery said.
“We do this to avoid seeing residents left in the dark or some would argue worse, without internet to watch their favourite Netflix shows.
“We’ve engaged NBN to relocate their telecommunications network at Oakey Flat Road and Energex to move their power and street lighting at Graham Road.
“As one of the fastest growing suburbs in Moreton Bay, it’s important that we have the infrastructure in place to cater for the expected traffic growth over the next decade.
“These road and intersection upgrades will help drive Morayfield in the right direction both now and into the future.”
Local Councillor Tony Latter (Div 12) said once the broader upgrades are complete, the new and improved roads and intersections will bring many benefits to the local community.
“I see these upgrades as the ‘flying start’ we all need to start 2021 on a better note,” Cr Latter said.
“Locals and those passing through Morayfield will soon experience eased traffic congestion, reduced travel times and improved safety for motorists, as well as cyclists and pedestrians.
“Division 12 is one of the largest divisions in the Moreton Bay Region, so it’s important that residents can travel efficiently and safely.
“Which is why Council has invested more than $13 million in road infrastructure and maintenance this financial year in Division 12 to help keep residents moving and cater for future traffic growth.
“There may be some disruptions during construction, and I’d like to thank residents for their patience during this time.”
For more information about the Oakey Flat Road upgrades, visit https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/Services/Projects/Oakey-Flat-Road-Morayfield-Ashbrook-to-Lakeview-Drives
For more information about the Graham Road upgrades, visit https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/Services/Projects/Roads/Graham-Road