Night Works Begin in Little Mountain; Major Rail Upgrades Looming

Morning Commute Overview

Commuters across the Sunshine Coast can expect a relatively smooth start to the work week this Monday, March 23, 2026. Following a busy weekend of local events, most major thoroughfares have returned to normal traffic flow. However, several localized road rehabilitation projects and ongoing rail infrastructure upgrades may impact travel times for those heading toward Caloundra or utilizing the Steve Irwin Way corridor.

Roadworks and Traffic Alerts

Motorists in the Little Mountain area should be aware of a new road reseal project beginning today. While the majority of the heavy machinery will operate during night hours to minimize disruption, the following conditions apply:

• Little Mountain: Road resealing starts tonight, Monday, March 23, on Latcham Drive. Works are scheduled to occur between 6:00 pm and 5:00 am for approximately two weeks. Residents should expect some noise and localized detours during these hours.
• Alexandra Headland: Rehabilitation work continues on Janet Street. This daytime project, which began last week, involves road surface improvements and is expected to cause minor delays between 7:00 am and 5:00 pm.
• Steve Irwin Way: Ongoing construction related to the Beerburrum to Nambour Rail Upgrade (Stage 1) continues to affect traffic between Beerburrum and Beerwah. Motorists should anticipate increased heavy vehicle movements and potential lane shifts. Reduced speed limits remain in effect through active work zones.
• Sunshine Motorway: Early works for the Mooloolah River Interchange Upgrade (MRIU) are progressing. While most civil works are currently off-road, be alert for merging traffic near the Nicklin Way and Mountain Creek interchanges.

Public Transport and Rail Updates

Translink reports that the Sunshine Coast Line is operating on a normal weekday schedule today. However, passengers are urged to plan ahead for a significant service change starting tomorrow. A series of late-night track closures affecting inner-city stations will commence on Tuesday, March 24. Commuters who rely on late-evening services should check the journey planner to confirm bus replacement timings for the remainder of the week.

Mooloolaba Post-Event Update

Following the successful conclusion of the Mooloolaba Triathlon over the weekend, all major road closures—including those on the Sunshine Motorway and Mooloolaba Esplanade—have been lifted. While traffic has returned to the beachfront, some minor equipment pack-up may continue near the Spit. Drivers are advised to watch for pedestrians and maintenance crews in the area as the final event infrastructure is removed.

As always, weather conditions can impact scheduled outdoor works. Stay alert to roadside signage and follow the directions of traffic controllers to ensure a safe journey for all road users.