The Crisafulli Government has confirmed upcoming safety upgrades for the Warrego Highway, focusing on the 60-kilometre stretch between Toowoomba and Dalby. The upgrades are part of the Targeted Road Safety Program and are aimed at improving safety on one of Queensland’s busiest regional transport corridors.
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Project Overview
- Highway: Warrego Highway
- Location: Between Toowoomba and Dalby
- Daily traffic volume: Up to 15,000 vehicles
- Project type: Targeted road safety upgrades
- Reason: High crash history and regional freight importance
Planned Upgrades
The project will deliver a range of cost-effective safety measures, including:
- Road widening
- Flattening of road edges
- Installation of dedicated turn lanes at Speed Road near Oakey
- New signage and line marking
- Removal of selected roadside hazards
Timeline
- Design completed: September 2025
- Construction start: Late 2025
- Construction end: Into 2026 (subject to conditions)
Program Background
The project is part of the broader Targeted Road Safety Program, which aims to deliver high-impact safety improvements across Queensland.
This section of the Warrego Highway is considered a priority due to its volume of traffic and history of crashes. The upgrades aim to reduce incidents and enhance safety for all road users, including freight, passenger, and regional traffic.
The Crisafulli Government has identified regional transport corridors as a key focus area following long-term underinvestment in previous years.
Dylan Anderson
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