What’s Changing on the Bruce Highway near Caboolture

The Bruce Highway Caboolture section carries thousands of Queenslanders every day, linking Brisbane with the Sunshine Coast and far beyond.

For people living and working in and around Caboolture, upcoming highway upgrades will deliver safer travel, reduce time stuck in traffic, and create stronger roads that can withstand Queensland’s wild weather conditions.

However, progress doesn’t come without consequences, and there is a risk of property resumption for people who live on or own blocks near the highway.

Take a look at the works that are coming up for the Bruce Highway and how your property may be affected.

    Recent Bruce Highway upgrades

    Recent work has focused on the stretch between Caboolture–Bribie Island Road and Steve Irwin Way. This 11-kilometre section has been widened from four lanes to six, with significant improvements to creek crossings. Drivers now notice fewer bottlenecks, and the improved flood immunity helps keep traffic moving, even during heavy rain.

     

    Upcoming Bruce Highway works

    While sections north of Caboolture are complete, crews are preparing for the next phase heading south toward Brisbane.

    Plans include:

    • Anzac Avenue to Caboolture–Bribie Island Road: Proposed upgrades cover Uhlmann Road and Buchanan Road. Authorities will likely replace the Buchanan Road overpass and add traffic lights to improve ramp intersections.
    • Active transport connections: Future upgrades will include pedestrian and cycling paths to make local travel safer and more practical.

    These projects fall under the broader Bruce Highway Upgrade Program, which is modernising the route all the way from Brisbane to Gympie as part of a staged project.

    What Bruce Highway upgrades mean for Caboolture locals

    For suburbs like Bellmere, Morayfield, Upper Caboolture and Elimbah, the upgrades bring quicker access to both Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast. Newer communities such as Corymbia, Greenstone, Lilywood, Wagtail Grove and Waraba will also benefit as growth in the area continues.

    On the flip side, locals may face:

    • New or altered access to businesses and side streets
    • Construction impacts such as dust, noise and changed traffic conditions
    • Property resumptions or easements where the government needs land to complete works

    Property owners dealing with resumption need to understand their rights. NPR Law’s property resumption experts guide landholders through negotiations and help them secure fair compensation and terms.

    Click here to learn more about government land resumption in Queensland.

     

    What can property owners do about resumption?

    If your property sits near the Bruce Highway corridor, staying informed is your first and most important step.

    Keep an eye out for:

    • Notices of resumptions or easement changes
    • Updates on property access
    • Construction schedules that may affect your daily routine

    Early advice from an experienced professional can make all the difference. If you feel unsure about how upgrades may affect your land, seek help from an experienced legal team. NPR Law’s property resumption services outline the steps you can take if you receive a notice about resumption.

    Staying connected and supported

    Bruce Highway upgrades are reshaping how people move through Queensland. They promise safer, faster travel for the long term, but they also raise immediate concerns for some property owners.

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      Property Resumption Help in Caboolture – NPR Law

      If you have any questions or would like us to assist you with a property resumption issue related to the Bruce Highway upgrade, call us on 07 3555 6333 or contact us here.