Students from Jamboree Heights State School have earned selection in Northern Eagles District squads for the 2026 Met West regional trials, with Year 6 student Jackson selected in the Under 12 Boys AFL squad and four girls selected in Northern Eagles Netball squads.
Jackson earned his AFL selection following district trials and will represent the Northern Eagles District at the 10–12 Years Boys AFL Met West regional trial, scheduled for Tuesday 10 March 2026 at Kenmore Bears JAFL — Akuna Oval, Hepworth Street, Kenmore. No regional trial levy applies to students attending in 2026.
The 10–12 Years Girls AFL Met West regional trial was held on Tuesday 3 March 2026 at the same venue.
Four Jamboree Heights State School girls also earned Northern Eagles selection for Met West Netball trials: Jessica and Felicity in the 10–12 Years category, and Edie and Abby in the 10–11 Years category.
About the AFL Met West Trials
Metropolitan West School Sport runs the AFL Met West regional trials across three age groups each year, giving students from affiliated Queensland state and independent schools the opportunity to compete for selection in regional representative squads. The trials cover 10–12 years, 13–14 years and 15–17 years age groups across both girls and boys competitions.
All 2026 AFL Met West trials are held at Kenmore Bears JAFL — Akuna Oval, Hepworth Street, Kenmore. The full 2026 schedule runs as follows: 13–14 Years Girls on Wednesday 4 March, 13–14 Years Boys on Thursday 5 March, 15–17 Years Boys on Tuesday 17 March and 15–17 Years Girls on Thursday 19 March. Students selected from the regional trials progress toward the Queensland Representative School Sport State Championships, with the 10–12 Years State Championships scheduled for 4–7 June 2026 in Cairns, the 13–14 Years championships for 14–17 May 2026 in Townsville and the 15–17 Years championships for 18–21 June 2026 in Brendale.
The 10–12 Years Boys squad will be managed by Ethan Harder from Browns Plains State High School, coached by Matthew Cripps from Faith Lutheran College and trained by Dean Newbery from Park Ridge State High School. The 10–12 Years Girls squad will be managed by Matthew Robins from Camira State School, coached by Emily Dunn from Park Ridge State High School and trained by Tasha Ridley from Jamboree Heights State School — a direct local connection to the Centenary and Jamboree Heights community.
Why This Benefits the Centenary and Jamboree Heights Community
Representative school sport pathways like the AFL Met West trials deliver benefits that extend beyond the individual students selected. They provide local young athletes with structured competition at a higher level than club sport, exposure to quality coaching from experienced school sport officials, and experience of representing their district in a team environment. For families in the Centenary and Jamboree Heights area, these programmes offer a clear and accessible pathway from local school participation through to state-level competition — at no trial levy cost to families in 2026.
The Jamboree Heights State School connection to the 10–12 Years Girls squad through trainer Tasha Ridley also means the community has direct local representation in the management of these programmes, strengthening the link between the suburb’s schools and the broader Met West network.
Students wishing to participate in future Met West school sport trials must be nominated by their school sports coordinator to the relevant district, with nominations then progressing to the regional level. Further information on the AFL Met West programme and all 2026 trial dates is available here.
The Transport and Main Roads Department (TMR) is preparing to shift Centenary Motorway southbound traffic onto the new bridge as part of the ongoing Centenary Bridge Upgrade, and that means temporary closures of the Sinnamon Road on and off ramps are imminent.
The closures, rolling out across two separate stages in March 2026, are necessary to allow southbound traffic to be moved onto the new bridge.
Member for Inala Jess Pugh announced the upcoming disruptions this week, urging motorists to plan their routes in advance and allow extra travel time.
Work Stages
Photo credit: Facebook/ Jess Pugh MP for Mount Ommaney
The closures are being delivered in two distinct stages, each targeting a different ramp and affecting traffic in different directions.
Stage 1 — Northbound on-ramp closure
From 8pm Friday 6 March to 5am Monday 9 March 2026, the Sinnamon Road northbound on-ramp will be closed. Motorists will be detoured via the Mount Ommaney interchange at Dandenong Road. The southbound off-ramp remains open throughout this stage. Reduced speeds and intermittent overnight lane closures on the motorway are also scheduled, with traffic control and signage in place for the duration.
Stage 2 — Southbound off-ramp closure
From 8pm Sunday 15 March to 5am Friday 20 March 2026, the Sinnamon Road southbound off-ramp will be closed. Traffic will be diverted to the Seventeen Mile Rocks Road off-ramp. The northbound on-ramp will be open during this stage.
TMR has confirmed that traffic control will be in place and signage will guide motorists throughout both stages.
The ramp closures are part of a broader infrastructure project underway on the Centenary Motorway corridor. According to TMR, the Centenary Bridge Upgrade includes the construction of a new three-lane northbound bridge, which will also improve the on-ramp from Jindalee. Modifications to the existing structure will create a dedicated southbound bridge, also with three lanes, improving the off-ramp to Jindalee and incorporating active transport facilities.
The additional lanes across the bridges will enable further upgrades to the motorway in the future, according to TMR. Those future works form part of the broader Centenary Motorway Upgrade project — a program aimed at delivering greater capacity, efficiency, and travel-time reliability between Brisbane’s CBD and the western suburbs, between local destinations, and along the entire Centenary Motorway corridor.
The Wacol Youth Remand Centre is currently holding a 17-year-old Alexandra Hills boy as court proceedings continue over charges linked to a serious Pacific Motorway crash.
The teenager is in custody at the Wacol Youth Remand Centre following his discharge from hospital. His matters were mentioned in Cleveland Children’s Court, where he did not appear and no application for bail was made.
No pleas have been entered. Indictable charges have been referred to Brisbane Children’s Court 38, with the case listed for mention on 9 March.
Police allege a stolen black Chery Tiggo wagon was involved in a multi-vehicle crash on the Pacific Motorway at Greenslopes at 4:13 a.m. on 22 February.
It is alleged the vehicle collided with a white Toyota Camry and a silver Mazda utility. The 17-year-old, alleged to have been driving the stolen vehicle, sustained a serious leg injury and was transported to Princess Alexandra Hospital.
The 40-year-old Toyota driver and 30-year-old Mazda driver were also taken to hospital as a precaution. The motorway was closed for more than 10 hours following the incident.
Police further allege the Chery Tiggo had been stolen from a Capalaba shopping complex on 16 February.
Court reporting has referred to injuries sustained in a crash dated 16 February, while police describe the crash at Greenslopes as occurring on 22 February.
The Alexandra Hills teen faces one count of dangerous operation of a motor vehicle. He has also been charged with unlawful use of a motor vehicle relating to publishing on social media, receiving tainted property, failing to ensure proper supervision while learning to drive, and three counts of stealing.
Additional matters alleging entering premises and committing an indictable offence by break and enter with intent to commit an indictable offence were also before the court. He remains on remand at the Wacol Youth Remand Centre while proceedings continue.
About The Wacol Youth Remand Centre
The Wacol Youth Remand Centre opened on 29 March 2025. The 76-bed facility forms part of Queensland’s youth detention network.
The centre includes security systems as well as access to education, vocational training, rehabilitation programs, health care and support services for young people held on remand.
The matter is due to be mentioned in Brisbane Children’s Court 38 on 9 March. The teen remains in custody at the Wacol Youth Remand Centre pending further proceedings.
Men in Darra-Sumner are living more than a decade longer than men in Inala-Richlands — and for women, the divide is even greater — according to new University of Queensland research that has mapped health outcomes across Brisbane using the city’s suburban rail network.
The findings come from a study published in the Health Promotion Journal of Australia that overlaid median age of death statistics onto Queensland’s rail network to expose spatial inequalities in health. Rather than projecting future life expectancy, the research tracks median age of death, the actual age at which residents in a given area have passed away, an approach the research team noted gives planners and communities a practical reference point for understanding and acting on the findings.
For residents of the Centenary corridor and surrounds, the data points to a divide that sits uncomfortably close to home. Men in Darra-Sumner have a median age of death of 81 and women 86, while just down the road the figures tell a markedly different story. And how much of that difference comes down to structural and social factors rather than individual behaviour alone makes for sobering reading.
How the Study Worked
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Associate Professor Jonathan Olsen from UQ’s Institute for Social Science Research led the study, using train stations as geographic markers to map health data across the state. The same method has previously been applied in Glasgow, London and New York.
Across Queensland, the median age of death for women ranges from 68 to 88, and for men from 60 to 83 — a statewide spread that sets the context for the sharper suburb-level contrasts the research identifies.
What the Data Shows for Darra-Sumner and Inala
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The contrast between Darra-Sumner and Inala-Richlands is one of the more striking findings in the Brisbane dataset. Men in Inala-Richlands have a median age of death of 70 — 11 years below the figure for men in Darra-Sumner. Among women, the gap reaches 12 years, with Inala-Richlands recording 74 against Darra-Sumner’s 86.
Both Darra and Inala are well known for their multicultural communities and sit within Brisbane’s south-western suburbs. But the census data points to structural differences that the research links to health outcomes.
Inala has a higher proportion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents than Darra. Indigenous Australians face significant and well-documented health disparities compared to non-Indigenous Australians — a disparity rooted in historical dispossession and ongoing systemic disadvantage, not culture or lifestyle. Inala residents also record lower average household incomes, and the suburb has higher rates of single-parent households, a factor the researchers identify as contributing to health disadvantage.
The Same Pattern Across the City
The Darra-Sumner and Inala-Richlands comparison sits within a broader pattern the research identified across Brisbane.
On the Cleveland line, women near Murarrie station had a median age of death 15 years lower than women near Cannon Hill, despite the two stations sitting just 1.6 kilometres apart. Census figures showed Murarrie had higher rates of divorce, unpaid care and female single-parent households — factors the researchers link to worse health outcomes for women.
On the Redcliffe Peninsula line, men near Zillmere station had a median age of death 10 years below that of men near Geebung, just a few stops away.
Why the Gaps Exist
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Olsen said population health is shaped by a broad range of social, environmental, economic, cultural and commercial factors. Income, housing security, access to education and employment, nearby green space, and the availability of local services all shape health outcomes over a lifetime, he said.
Spatially referenced data, he noted, can guide place-based health initiatives such as upgrading parks and green space and expanding infrastructure for active travel — and those interventions work best when co-designed with the communities they serve.
What the Research Is Designed to Do
Olsen was clear that identifying specific areas at the harder end of the data is not about stigmatising communities. He said the aim was not to single out any suburb as having the worst health outcomes in Brisbane, but rather to draw attention to the variation in health outcomes between places in a way that could be acted on.
The goal is to give policymakers and health officials a detailed, location-specific picture of where need is greatest — and to make the case for targeted investment in upgraded parks, bike paths, and community health support.
Olsen added that the research also helps people recognise that even within inner-city Brisbane, suburbs sitting close together can have residents whose health outcomes differ considerably.
Sat, February 21, 2026 (Allianz Stadium) – A-League – Men – Round 18 • Sydney FC 1 | Brisbane Roar FC 0
Sun, February 22, 2026 (Spencer Park) – A-League – Women – Round 18 • Brisbane Roar FC 0 | Adelaide United FC 2
Sat, February 21, 2026 (St Georges Park – St George Willawong FC – Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 1 • St George Willawong 1 | Broadbeach United 5
Fri, February 20, 2026 (Bulimba Memorial Park – Southside Eagles FC – Field 1) – Kappa Pro Series – Women – Regional Round 1 • Southside Eagles 0 | UQFC 0
Fri, February 20, 2026 (Walton Bridge Reserve – The Gap FC – Field 1) – Kappa Pro Series – Women – Regional Round 1 • The Gap FC 0 | Logan Lightning 2
Sat, February 21, 2026 (Goodwin Park – Olympic FC – Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 1 • Olympic FC 2 | Lions FC 1
Sun, February 22, 2026 (Meakin Park – Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 1 • Brisbane Roar B 1 | Brisbane City 3
Sat, February 21, 2026 (Heath Park – Eastern Suburbs FC – Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 3 • Eastern Suburbs 4 | Brisbane City 2
Sat, February 21, 2026 (Goodwin Park – Olympic FC – Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 3 • Olympic FC 0 | Lions FC 0
Fri, February 20, 2026 (Brisbane Entertainment Centre) – NBL – Men – Round 22 • Brisbane Bullets 77 | Sydney Kings 117
Sat, February 21, 2026 (The Gabba) – One Day Cup 2025-26 – Men – Match 6 • Queensland Bulls 260 | South Australia Men 135
Sat, February 14, 2026 & Sat, February 21, 2026 (2 Day – Wep Harris Oval) – Queensland Premier Cricket – Men 1st Grade – Round 14 • University of Queensland Mens 1st Grade 6-251 | Valley Mens 1st Grade 8-262
Sun, February 22, 2026 (Kerry Emery Oval – One Day) – Queensland Premier Cricket – Women 1st Grade – Round 21 • Sunshine Coast Womens 1st Grade 111 | Valley Womens 1st Grade 9-235
Sat, February 14, 2026 & Sat, February 21, 2026 (2 Day – Trevor Hohns Field) – Queensland Premier Cricket – Men 1st Grade – Round 14 • Sandgate-Redcliffe Mens 1st Grade 6-322 | Western Suburbs Mens 1st Grade 3-324
Rocks Riverside Park’s recently upgraded water play area has become a topic of community discussion, with some parents reporting injuries to their children whilst authorities maintain that the facility meets safety standards.
The water play area at the popular 26-hectare Seventeen Mile Rocks facility underwent a multi-million-dollar upgrade, with the 23-year-old installation being redesigned to improve functionality. The renovation was completed in time for the summer school holidays, welcoming families back to the riverside attraction.
Following the initial reopening, some parents shared photographs on social media showing their children with various injuries, including cuts, scrapes, and bruises. Several families commented about the surface being slippery, prompting concerns within the community.
Photo credit: Tracy Pitman/Google Maps
In response to these reports, authorities closed the facility for additional works, describing the decision as taken out of “an abundance of caution.” Contractors were engaged to address the surface issues before the area could reopen.
The water play area was reopened for a second time on Thursday, 22 January, with Cr Tracy Davis, LNP Chair for Parks and Sustainability, attending to provide information about the remedial works.
Following this second reopening, some parents have continued to report concerns. Parents have continued to share photographs and express concerns on Jamboree Ward Cr Sarah Hutton’s Facebook page. Reports from those experiencing difficulties have shifted from concerns about slipperiness to comments about the surface texture.
One resident noted that whilst the surface may not be slippery, it felt abrasive, describing it as sharp and like sandpaper. Another parent mentioned that their children experienced issues within the first five minutes of their visit, with both children affected.
Authorities have pointed to the age of the original facility as a factor in undertaking the comprehensive redesign. The water play area was part of the park’s original opening in December 2003, making it more than two decades old at the time of renovation.
Photo credit: Piyush Sukhadiya/Google Maps
“If you’re using the water play area, the surface may feel fairly coarse in the first few months. This is normal and will ease over time as more people use it and the surface wears in,” BCC stated in its website.
“We urge anyone using the water play area to remember the surface is not designed for running and is best enjoyed at a slower pace.”
Cr Hutton’s office has also invited parents who have concerns to provide details via email to jamboree.ward@bcc.qld.gov.au, indicating that feedback is being collected and monitored.
The broader Rocks Riverside Park continues to serve as a community gathering space, offering playgrounds, barbecue facilities, and 800 metres of Brisbane River frontage. The park features public art and industrial artefacts that reflect its history as the site of the Queensland Cement and Lime Company operations, with a crop patch reflecting the site’s farming heritage.
Parents planning to visit are encouraged to be aware of the surface characteristics and supervise children appropriately. Those who experience any issues are being asked to report them through official channels so that feedback can be properly documented and considered.
The coming weeks will provide more information about how the upgraded facility performs under regular usage conditions, and whether the current surface treatment addresses the concerns that have been raised by some members of the community.
Queensland Police are calling on the local community to help identify the owners of a Ford SUV and several individuals who may have information about an alleged theft at a Darra business.
Mount Ommaney Police are investigating an incident that occurred on 13 January at a business along Ipswich Road. According to Sergeant Tony Maras, officers are working to locate people who were seen in the area between 8.57am and 9.02am that day, around the same time the business reported items missing.
The investigation has revealed that the vehicle and individuals in question may be connected to multiple alleged thefts across the region. Police have indicated that the number plates on the Ford SUV may be false.
Anyone who recognises the vehicle or the people pictured in the police appeal, or who has any information that could assist investigators, is encouraged to contact Mount Ommaney Police Station directly on (07) 3712 5222.
Members of the public can also provide information through Policelink using the online suspicious activity form, which is available 24 hours a day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting.
Those who wish to remain anonymous can contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.
Minor pedestrian safety works are underway in Darra at the intersection of Lee Road and Darra Station Road, next to Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School.
The works aim to improve safety and accessibility for all road users by providing dedicated crossing points for pedestrians, including school students, children attending the early learning centre and their families.
The project also aims to encourage slower vehicle movements in the area and improve visibility between pedestrians and oncoming traffic.
The project includes installing a pedestrian island on Lee Road at Darra Station Road, installing yellow no stopping lines at the new pedestrian crossing, and repainting general line marking on the road.
Timing And Work Hours
Construction is scheduled from mid-January to early February 2026, pending weather and site conditions.
Works are planned between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday to Friday, subject to weather and site conditions.
People living in or travelling through the area may notice increased noise, dust, vibration and vehicles during construction.
Traffic conditions may change, including minor delays, lane closures, detours and reduced speed limits, with traffic controllers and signage onsite. On-street parking within the works area will not be available while construction is underway.
The Safe School Travel Infrastructure program delivers safety and accessibility improvements on roads near schools, with a focus on pedestrian access. Separately, Queensland’s SafeST program provides resources to help school communities identify and address local road safety concerns through agreed actions and monitoring over time.
In golf, the course stays the same, but the way you play it changes. Distance, terrain and timing all call for different choices as the round unfolds. That idea sits neatly behind The Evelyn, a new retirement community taking shape beside the McLeod Country Golf Club in Mt Ommaney, at a time when many Australians are quietly rethinking what home should look like later in life.
Across the country, that rethink is already underway. National research shows that 26 per cent of people over 55 have already moved into housing better suited to how they live today, while another 29 per cent are actively considering it. Data also shows that one in five Australians over 65 requires help with property maintenance.
When the Family Home Stops Fitting
Against this backdrop, downsizing has steadily become something closer to recalibration. Ease of living, reduced upkeep and flexibility now rank ahead of financial pressure as reasons older Australians consider a move.
Like changing clubs mid-round, it is less about starting again and more about adjusting approach. People are not necessarily seeking smaller lives, but homes that allow them to stay active and connected, without the physical and mental load that can come with maintaining a large family property.
Evelyn and a Different Way of Living
Set within a golf course environment, The Evelyn reflects that shift in practical ways.
Residents live independently in private apartments and townhouses, while maintenance across homes and shared spaces is handled within the village. An on-site Village Manager and a 24-hour response system provide support when needed, without intruding on daily routines.
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Shared facilities are designed to be used naturally rather than formally programmed. Residents can join activities, socialise casually or simply keep their own rhythm. Like a clubhouse, the spaces are there to support connection without obligation.
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The development comprises 126 residences, including apartments and townhouses, delivered in stages.
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Designed by Marchese Partners | Life 3A, the community includes landscaped outdoor areas, a pool, gym, library, wine room and billiards room, all set within the grounds of the golf course.
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Shared facilities and communal areas are designed to be used naturally rather than programmed heavily. They offer a place to gather, linger or pass through, depending on the day. Connection is available, not compulsory.
The Role of Golf Beyond the Game
Golf’s presence here is not incidental. Golf courses, by their nature, act as large, stable green buffers within suburban environments. They offer visual openness, reduced noise and opportunities for restoration that are increasingly recognised as important for mental health.
While not everyone plays, research increasingly points to golf environments as supportive of healthy ageing in broader ways. Studies examining golf participation among older adults have found that the activity often delivers moderate-intensity physical movement, particularly walking, alongside cardiovascular and musculoskeletal benefits. Even when played at a lower intensity, golf has been shown to produce short-term improvements in cardiovascular profiles among older participants.
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What matters just as much is the social and environmental context. Golf courses function as ready-made walking networks and social landscapes. People walk the fairways, meet others at the clubhouse, or simply move through open green space as part of daily routines. The Evelyn’s location within the McLeod Country Golf Club places residents adjacent to that ecosystem, whether they play the game or not.
The benefits of this setting extend beyond activity alone. A growing body of research, including Australian longitudinal studies, has linked exposure to green space with better mental health outcomes. More recent research focusing on mid-to-older adults has strengthened the evidence, showing associations between access to public green space and improved mental wellbeing over time.
The Evelyn’s proximity to the McLeod Country Golf Club taps into that reality, embedding the community within an active, established setting rather than isolating it from the surrounding suburb.
That everyday rhythm matters as people get older. Familiar places, regular movement and casual interaction are often what sustain wellbeing over time.
Infographic from Meaningful Aging Australia
McLeod Country Golf Club President Diane Lally said the partnership was about more than development. “The Evelyn represents more than a new retirement community — it represents the long-term sustainability of the McLeod Country Golf Club. This partnership allows us to strengthen our future, maintain a premier course, and continue to serve our members and the wider community.”
Housing That Supports How People Live
Research into retirement living models suggests that where and how people live can influence how active and socially engaged they remain. Communities designed around accessibility and shared space tend to support regular movement and interaction, while reducing some of the practical pressures of home ownership.
By reducing barriers to physical activity and providing access to fitness and recreational facilities, retirement communities help residents remain approximately 15 per cent more frequently active than those living independently in the community. Residents are also 20 per cent less likely to be hospitalised after entry.
Mt Ommaney itself offers a balance many retirees value. Established parklands, river views and shopping centres sit alongside strong transport links to the Brisbane CBD. For long-term locals, staying close to familiar places often matters as much as changing how they live.
The Evelyn allows for that continuity. It offers an option to remain within the same neighbourhood while adapting housing to better suit changing needs. It is a shift in position rather than a change of course.
Who Is Behind The Evelyn?
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The Evelyn is owned and operated by Aura Holdings, a Brisbane-based retirement living company founded by Tim Russell and Mark Taylor. The company’s approach is informed by professional experience and personal perspective, with both founders having parents living in communities they operate.
“The Evelyn will set the benchmark for retirement living in Brisbane, delivering modern apartments, strong community connections, and a premier golf club setting, unlike anything else in the Centenary suburbs,” Aura Holdings Chief Executive Officer Sean Graham said.
“We are pleased to see … the community’s confidence in both the project and Aura’s commitment to the ongoing partnership with the McLeod Country Golf Club,” he added.
Not everyone will choose this path, and many Australians will continue to age in place. What is changing is the range of options available and the way people think about them.
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The Evelyn reflects a broader shift in mindset. Life does not narrow as priorities change. It simply calls for a different approach. And sometimes, staying in the game means recognising when it is time to change clubs, not courses.
The Evelyn has emerged within that moment, amidst a gradual shift rather than a rush. People are not abandoning the course, they are choosing a different club to use.
Published 2-January-2026.
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The next major stage of the Centenary Bridge Upgrade is on the horizon, with reconstruction works on the southbound side of the Centenary Bridge expected to commence in 2026.
Following the recent opening of the new northbound bridge to traffic, attention will soon turn to the original bridge structure, which will be rebuilt to form a modern, three-lane southbound crossing over the Brisbane River at Jindalee.
Once reconstruction begins, the existing bridge will undergo extensive works to upgrade its structure, road surface and safety features. When complete, the southbound bridge will match the new northbound crossing, delivering six traffic lanes across the river and significantly improving capacity along the Centenary Motorway corridor.
The southbound upgrade is expected to bring long-term benefits for the local community, including smoother traffic flow during peak periods, improved travel time reliability and a safer driving environment. Longer merge lanes and modern design standards are intended to reduce congestion and ease pressure on surrounding local roads.
Active transport users can also expect improvements. The broader Centenary Bridge Upgrade includes enhanced pedestrian and cycling connections, linking more seamlessly with existing shared paths and improving accessibility for residents travelling between Jindalee, Sinnamon Park and surrounding suburbs.
Importantly, the project has been staged to keep traffic moving throughout construction. With northbound traffic now using the new bridge, reconstruction of the southbound structure can proceed while maintaining lanes in both directions, minimising disruption for road users.
The Centenary Bridge Upgrade forms part of a wider investment in the Centenary Motorway, a key transport spine for Brisbane’s western suburbs. With traffic volumes continuing to grow, the southbound reconstruction represents a critical step in future-proofing the corridor for decades to come.
