Delays Expected on Bruce Highway and Steve Irwin Way This Saturday

Weekend Roadworks and Delays on Major Arteries

Motorists across the Sunshine Coast are advised to plan for additional travel time this Saturday, February 7, as several major infrastructure projects and road maintenance works are scheduled to impact traffic flow. With clear weather, local markets and coastal attractions are expected to draw significant visitor numbers, further increasing the demand on our main arterial roads and hinterland routes.

Bruce Highway and Steve Irwin Way Impacts

The most notable disruption for those traveling between the coast and the hinterland is at Tanawha. Work on the Ilkley Road overpass on the Bruce Highway has triggered changed traffic conditions for southbound lanes. This project is part of a broader safety and congestion relief program and is expected to result in minor delays throughout the day as motorists adjust to the modified layout.

Further south, the Beerburrum to Nambour Rail Upgrade Stage 1 continues to affect Steve Irwin Way. In the stretch between Beerburrum and Beerwah, motorists should prepare for increased worker vehicle movements and potential traffic management controls. These works are officially scheduled for Saturdays between 6:00 am and 6:00 pm. Specific local intersections, particularly around Endeavour Road and Roys Road, may experience heavier congestion than usual during active construction hours.

Local Road Maintenance and Closures

In the hinterland and coastal suburbs, the Sunshine Coast Council’s road reseal and rehabilitation program is currently active in several locations. Commuters should be aware of the following:

• Flaxton: Ensbey Road is undergoing maintenance works which may lead to short delays and intermittent lane closures.
• Peachester: Road resealing continues on River Road, with traffic management teams on-site to assist local access.
• Pelican Waters: Resealing projects on Stirling Castle Court and surrounding residential streets are ongoing, requiring reduced speeds.
• Glass House Mountains: Moffatt Road remains closed to through traffic between Steve Irwin Way and Anderson Road for long-term upgrades.

Event Congestion and Public Transport

Localized congestion is anticipated around the Eumundi Markets on Saturday morning, particularly along Memorial Drive and Eumundi Noosa Road. Drivers are encouraged to arrive early or utilize designated park-and-ride shuttle services to avoid the heaviest traffic. While no major rail track closures are reported for the Sunshine Coast line today, passengers should still check for minor bus bridge or timetable adjustments due to the rail upgrade works near Beerwah.

Overall, while the road network remains largely functional, the high volume of active work zones means that a little extra patience will be required for a smooth Saturday commute. Always follow the directions of traffic controllers and observe reduced speed limits to ensure the safety of road workers.