The Queensland government has revealed it is prioritising safety upgrades on one of the state’s critical transport corridors.
Planning is now underway for a series of road upgrades along a notorious 60km stretch of the Warrego Highway between Toowoomba and Dalby in an area with a poor crash history.
Delivered under the Targeted Road Safety Program, this project will introduce a suite of cost-effective, high-impact safety improvements.
These include road widening, flattening road edges, new signage and line marking, removal of some roadside hazards and the installation of dedicated turn lanes at Speed Road near Oakey.
Every day, up to 15,000 vehicles travel this critical stretch of the Warrego Highway making these safety upgrades crucial to keeping Queenslanders safe on this important freight corridor.
The design was completed in September, with construction to commence in late 2025 and continue into 2026.
Queensland transport and main roads minister Brent Mickelberg says safety upgrades to major regional transport networks were a priority for the Crisafulli government following years of neglect by the former government.
“Our focus is on making our roads more reliable, efficient and safe to get you home sooner,” he says.
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“For too long, regional Queenslanders have been forgotten. We are delivering key safety upgrades to keep our regions moving.
“This project is a critical step toward a safer, more efficient Warrego Highway, one of the key transport corridors in our national network.
Member for Condamine Pat Weir welcomed the investment, highlighting the Warrego Highway’s vital role in the region’s economy.
“The Warrego Highway is more than just a road – it’s a freight lifeline for Queensland to the west,” Weir says.
“From grain and cattle to cotton and machinery, this highway carries the heartbeat of our region.
“Not only that, but we also have locals and travellers on that road every day. These upgrades will make it safer and more efficient for everyone who relies on it.”
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