A Flood-Prone Crossing Finally Being Fixed

Youngs Crossing has long been known as one of the region’s most flood-affected roads. The crossing carries more than 20,000 vehicles per day, but flooding has forced the road to close multiple times each year, sometimes for days at a time. These closures have caused major traffic disruptions across surrounding suburbs, with commuters forced to take long detours through Lawnton, Petrie and Strathpine.

The new bridge is being designed to remain operational during flood events, which will dramatically improve transport reliability between the western suburbs and the Petrie and North Lakes areas.

What the Upgrade Includes

The project is far more than just a new bridge. The full upgrade includes:

• A new four-lane bridge built west of the existing crossing
• Upgraded intersections, including Youngs Crossing Road and Dayboro Road
• Improved safety features and traffic flow improvements
• New pedestrian and cycling paths
• Environmental protections for local wildlife and waterways

The project spans more than one kilometre of road between Protheroe Road and Dayboro Road, making it a major transport corridor upgrade rather than a simple bridge replacement.

Funded by All Levels of Government

The project is a joint investment between local, state and federal governments. The Australian Government is contributing more than $51 million, the Queensland Government has committed $15 million toward intersection upgrades, and the City of Moreton Bay is also contributing funding toward the overall project.

This level of funding highlights how important the project is considered for the region’s future transport network.

Construction Timeline

Construction began in 2025 and is expected to be completed by late 2027, weather permitting. Work includes bridge piling, retaining walls, drainage, road construction and intersection upgrades, with crews continuing works throughout 2026.

What This Means for Local Residents

Once completed, the new bridge is expected to:

• Reduce flood-related road closures
• Improve travel times between Joyner, Petrie and surrounding suburbs
• Reduce traffic congestion on alternative routes
• Improve access for emergency services
• Support population growth in the Moreton Bay region

For many residents, the biggest change will be reliability. Instead of checking road closures during heavy rain, the new bridge is expected to provide a consistent connection across the North Pine River year-round.

A Long-Term Infrastructure Project for a Growing Region

The Youngs Crossing upgrade has been discussed for decades due to frequent flooding and increasing traffic volumes. With Moreton Bay being one of the fastest growing regions in South East Queensland, major road infrastructure projects like this are becoming essential to support new housing, population growth and economic development.

When completed in 2027, the Youngs Crossing bridge is expected to become one of the key transport links in the region, improving connectivity between the western Moreton Bay suburbs and major centres like Petrie, North Lakes and the Bruce Highway corridor.