The Queensland Government has unveiled the preferred design for a new four-lane Bribie Island Bridge.
The Government says the draft design has been shaped by extensive community consultation, with the four-lane design set to double capacity, and improve safety and connectivity for decades to come.
The design will also preserve the existing bridge for the exclusive use of cyclists and pedestrians, boosting lifestyle opportunities for the Island, said Premier, David Crisafulli.
“We’re delivering a new Bribie Island Bridge just as we promised,” Premier Crisafulli said.
“We are doubling the traffic capacity with a new bridge, and preserving the old bridge for pedestrians and cyclists.
“We’ve listened to fears about the ageing two-lane bridge, which were ignored by the former government, which is why we’re progressing our plan for a new four-lane bridge.”
Community feedback on Bribie Island Bridge design will be open until Friday 27 November, with information sessions to be held over the coming weeks.
Geotechnical investigations will start this week to support design work and approvals, providing critical information about ground and seabed conditions to help inform environmental assessments.
Minister for Transport and Main Roads, Brent Mickelberg said population growth, tourism and traffic volumes have surged since the existing Bribie Island Bridge was built six decades ago.
“As detailed design progresses, the new Bribie Island Bridge is another project where we will need Canberra to come to the table and get on with environmental approvals,” he said.
