en.Wedoany.com Reported - An upgrade project for the Bruce Highway at the Isis River in Queensland, Australia, is scheduled to commence in July 2026, aiming to enhance freight efficiency and road safety in the Wide Bay-Burnett region.
The upgrade at the intersection of the Bruce Highway and Buxton Road will add dedicated right-turn and left-turn lanes to improve access to Buxton Road, a local service station, and orchards, while optimizing entry and exit flows for nearby property owners.
This project is part of a broader plan by the Australian Federal Government and the Queensland Government to improve the Bruce Highway, one of the state's most critical freight and regional transport corridors.
Meanwhile, a separate upgrade is underway at the intersection of Booral Road and Boundary Road in Hervey Bay, aimed at improving safety levels, alleviating traffic congestion, and supporting local development.
The Bruce Highway carries long-distance freight, regional supply chains, and local commercial traffic through the Wide Bay-Burnett area. In the Isis River region, the Buxton Road intersection provides access for local businesses, rural properties, and the community to one of Queensland's busiest transport corridors. The installation of dedicated turning lanes is expected to reduce conflicts between through and turning vehicles, enhance safety, and ensure smooth traffic flow for freight operators.
Federal Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government Minister Catherine King stated that the project will support road safety and regional industries.
"The Bruce Highway is the lifeblood of Queensland's economy, connecting communities across the state and supporting industries," King said.
"This upgrade will not only improve safety but also boost freight efficiency, helping local businesses thrive."
Specific construction work on the Isis River section includes improving access to Buxton Road, a nearby service station, and local orchards, and providing better access solutions for nearby property owners, addressing long-standing community concerns about intersection safety and connectivity. The project is scheduled to start in July 2026 and is expected to take approximately 12 months, depending on weather conditions.
Queensland Transport and Main Roads Minister Brent Mickelberg noted that the project responds to long-term community feedback.
"This intersection upgrade strikes the right balance of safety, access, and efficiency on one of the region's most important transport corridors," Mickelberg said.
Burnett MP Stephen Bennett said the start of construction will be welcomed locally.
"Residents in Buxton know the importance of these upgrades. The community has long called for better, safer roads to support growth and prosperity," Bennett said.
In Hervey Bay, the upgrade of the Booral Road and Boundary Road intersection is part of broader investment in the Wide Bay road network. Major works have commenced at the Urangan intersection, which carries over 12,000 vehicles daily. The project will convert the existing T-junction into a three-way roundabout to improve safety and traffic flow. Works will also include realigning the Booral Road and Walkers Road intersection, providing safer left-in/left-out access, concrete central medians, pedestrian crossings at all approaches, and a new off-road shared path for cyclists and pedestrians.
These works aim to improve local connectivity at a key gateway in Urangan, where population growth and tourist traffic have strained the road network. Construction on the Buxton Road intersection upgrade will begin in July, with traffic management expected to be in place during the 12-month construction period. In Hervey Bay, preliminary works have included underground utility relocation and pre-construction management of materials containing asbestos.
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