The Doonella Lake Bridge upgrade has become a reminder that community consultation can play an important role in delivering major projects. Originally built in 1968, the bridge connecting Tewantin and Noosaville is undergoing a major upgrade to ensure it remains safe, reliable and fit for purpose for decades to come. Construction began early July and is expected to finish in early December, weather and construction conditions permitting. Investing in the future The works will

The Queensland Government has proposed a new Queensland Construction Code that could reshape procurement and industrial arrangements on major publicly funded infrastructure projects. If adopted, the code would apply to all Brisbane2032 projects, as well as any taxpayer-funded building projects over $10 million and major civil projects over $20 million. A new approach to major projects Deputy Premier Jarrod Bleijie says the reforms are designed to improve productivity while ma

The pipeline of work on Queensland's Bruce Highway continues to grow, with 52 new tenders set to be released between mid-2026 and mid-2027 as part of the $9 billion Bruce Highway Targeted Safety Program. The upcoming release includes 40 construction packages and 12 design tenders, creating significant opportunities for contractors, consultants and the wider civil infrastructure workforce. The new tenders will support a range of safety-focused upgrades, including: More than 20