Maroochydore Road Closures and Rail Disruptions Headline Sunday Commute

Overview of Sunday Conditions

Commuters and weekend travelers across the Sunshine Coast should prepare for significant changes to regular traffic flow today, Sunday, 1 March 2026. While Sunday mornings typically offer lighter traffic on major arteries like the Bruce Highway and Sunshine Motorway, localized infrastructure projects and scheduled rail maintenance are expected to cause delays for those moving through Maroochydore and those planning travel toward Brisbane.

Major Road Closures and Upgrades

The most significant impact for local motorists today is the ongoing upgrade of First Avenue in Maroochydore. As part of a long-term streetscape transformation, the northbound lane of First Avenue remains closed between The Esplanade and Aerodrome Road. Traffic is restricted to southbound only, and detours are in place for those attempting to access the Maroochydore CBD from the south. Motorists are encouraged to use Duporth Avenue or Aerodrome Road as alternatives.

In the hinterland, Moffatt Road in the Glass House Mountains remains closed to through traffic between Steve Irwin Way and Anderson Road. This closure is part of ongoing safety works and is expected to remain in place throughout the day. Residents in Buderim and Flaxton should also remain alert for localized disruptions on Ensbey Road, Honeyeater Close, and Keppel Lane, where road resealing programs have entered their second week.

Public Transport and Rail Alerts

Public transport users heading toward the city will face disruptions today. TransLink has confirmed a major weekend track closure affecting the inner city and southern lines, concluding late tonight. This will necessitate rail replacement buses for portions of journeys connecting the Sunshine Coast line to Brisbane. Passengers are advised to allow an extra 45 to 60 minutes of travel time and to check the TransLink app for real-time bus departure locations.

On a positive note for commuters, the 50-cent flat fare remains in effect across the entire TransLink network today. This includes all Kinetic (formerly Sunbus) services across the coast and rail replacement buses, providing a cost-effective alternative to driving during the current construction phase.

Night Works and Early Week Preparation

Looking ahead to this evening, night works are scheduled to resume on Steve Irwin Way between Beerburrum and Beerwah as part of the Rail Upgrade Stage 1. Starting from 7:00 PM tonight, motorists should expect reduced speed limits of 40km/h and intermittent stop-slow traffic control. Similarly, early works on the Mooloolah River Interchange near the Sunshine Motorway continue, with site preparation and utility relocations potentially affecting shoulder access near the Nicklin Way overpass. Drive safely and follow all posted detour signage.