- More safety upgrades are rolling out on the Bruce Highway, with construction beginning on a 22‑kilometre section between Rockhampton and St Lawrence.
- The works, delivered under the $9 billion Bruce Highway Targeted Safety Program and the $1 billion Bruce Highway Safety Package, include road widening, wide centre line treatments, audio‑tactile line marking, pavement strengthening and drainage upgrades.
- 8 construction projects completed, 19 underway and a further 16 scheduled to commence in 2026.
The Albanese and Crisafulli Governments continue to deliver safety upgrades on the Bruce Highway, with construction underway on a 22‑kilometre stretch between Pine Mountain Creek and Deep Creek, north of Marlborough.
The works aim to make the highway safer and more reliable through Central Queensland by widening the highway, improving wet weather resilience and providing a smoother driving experience.
The works are part of both the historic $9 billion Bruce Highway Targeted Safety Program and the $1 billion Bruce Highway Safety Package.
The Bruce Highway Safety Package, announced early last year, is gaining pace, with 8 projects completed, 19 underway and another 16 construction projects rolling out from early 2026.
The Australian Government has committed $7.2 billion to the Bruce Highway Targeted Safety Program with the Queensland Government providing the remaining $1.8 billion.
Every dollar will be spent between Gympie and Cairns.
The safety upgrades between Rockhampton and St Lawrence include road widening, wide centre line treatments, audio‑tactile line marking, pavement strengthening, targeted intersection upgrades and drainage improvements.
Federal Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government Catherine King said the project would provide a more reliable Bruce Highway for Queenslanders.
"The Australian Government's investment in the Bruce Highway is focused on improving safety and reliability along this critical route," Minister King said.
"In partnership with the Queensland Government we are undertaking these safety works to reduce accidents and crashes while supporting freight and tourism along the Bruce Highway."
Queensland Minister for Transport and Main Roads Brent Mickelberg said the project would make a real difference to Central Queenslanders, providing a more reliable Bruce Highway for Central Queenslanders now and in the future.
"The Crisafulli Government is focused on making the Bruce Highway safer and more reliable for Queenslanders," Minister Mickelberg said.
"The Bruce Highway is the backbone of our state's transport network, and these upgrades will improve safety and strengthen connections for everyone who travels this stretch.
"Upgrades on the Bruce are about delivering more reliable roads and helping Queenslanders get home safely."
Federal Assistant Minister for Northern Australia and Senator for Queensland Nita Green said the works would help ensure Queenslanders get home safely.
"We're delivering the critical safety upgrades needed between Rockhampton and St Lawrence to ensure everyone can return home safely to their loved ones," Assistant Minister Green said.
"As we continue to see growth across the region, these upgrades are a big win for providing a safer, more reliable driving experience across Central Queensland."
MP for Mirani Glen Kelly said the safety upgrades were critical for Central Queensland communities who rely on the Bruce Highway every day.
"These works will make a real difference for locals, freight operators and tourists travelling between Rockhampton and St Lawrence," Mr Mirani said.
"This stretch of the Bruce Highway carries heavy traffic and plays a vital role in keeping Central Queensland connected, so targeted safety upgrades like these are essential."
