Maintenance Starts at Blackall Range Road Bridge; Delays in Woombye and Nambour Today

Morning Commute Overview

Sunshine Coast commuters should prepare for a busy morning on the roads this Thursday, April 2, 2026. While the Bruce Highway is currently flowing well at major interchanges, several localized maintenance projects and ongoing rail infrastructure works are expected to impact travel times across the region, particularly in the hinterland and central corridors.

Woombye and Nambour Alerts

The most significant new activity today is the commencement of road maintenance on the Blackall Range Road Bridge in Woombye. Council crews are scheduled to begin work today, Thursday, April 2, with the project expected to last approximately two weeks. Motorists using this bridge should anticipate lane closures and should follow the directions of on-site traffic controllers.

In Nambour, ancillary works continue along Currie Street. These works, which began earlier this week, are scheduled for a three-week duration. Drivers are advised to allow extra time when navigating the CBD or consider alternative routes such as Coronation Avenue to avoid peak-hour congestion in the town center.

Major Arterial Impacts: Steve Irwin Way

The Beerburrum to Nambour Rail Upgrade (Stage 1) continues to be the primary driver of traffic changes in the southern part of the region. Commuters traveling between Beerburrum and Beerwah on Steve Irwin Way must exercise caution due to increased heavy vehicle movements and worker activity. Several sections of Steve Irwin Way have seen reduced speed limits and temporary traffic signals to facilitate the duplication of the rail track.

Additionally, Moffatt Road in Glass House Mountains remains closed to through traffic between Steve Irwin Way and Anderson Road. This closure is part of the long-term rail realignment and is not expected to reopen until mid-2027. Detours are clearly signed via Johnston Road.

Mooloolaba Road and Coastal Updates

Drivers frequenting Mooloolaba Road should remain alert for intersection upgrades near the Buderim-Mooloolaba border. While the majority of intensive construction occurs at night (between 7:00 pm and 6:00 am), partial lane closures may persist during daylight hours. Residents and visitors are reminded to stick to the 40km/h work zone speed limits to ensure the safety of roadside crews.

Public Transport and Rail Status

Queensland Rail services are currently operating on a standard Thursday schedule. However, passengers using the North Coast Line should stay informed regarding the ongoing B2N Stage 1 works. While rail services are being maintained, the construction of new overpasses and station refurbishments at Landsborough and Nambour may affect station access and parking. Commuters are encouraged to use the newly opened park-and-ride facilities on the eastern sides of both stations to streamline their transit.