Moreton Bay Regional Council is experiencing rapid population growth, which is increasing traffic demands on many roads throughout the region. To cater for the needs of the community, both now and into the future, Council is planning to upgrade key roads and intersections across the transport network, as part of the rolling 10-year capital works program.
To support ongoing growth in the Rothwell area and the future upgrade of the Nathan Road Sports Ground, Council has identified the need to upgrade Nathan Road from Lakeview Promenade to Pegasus Street, to improve safety for all road users. The upgrade will provide:
- a wider cross-section and new pavement to tie into the adjacent sections of Nathan Road
- a single traffic lane and on-road cycle lane in each direction
- kerbside parking and a pathway along the frontage of the Nathan Road Sports Ground
- channelised turn lanes for safe access into the Nathan Road Sports Ground
- a pedestrian refuge in proximity to Pegasus Street for pedestrians to cross Nathan Road
- fauna fencing to protect wildlife in the area.
It is noted that the road upgrade is a condition of approval linked to Stage 2 of the Nathan Road Sports Ground.