Construction on stage 1B Beams Road is complete, with part of the crucial northside connection now widened to four lanes.
More than 20,000 vehicles travel along Beams Road every day, connecting Brisbane’s growing northern suburbs with the wider road network.
The stretch between Carselgrove Avenue and Handford Road has now been widened from two lanes to four, giving motorists more room to move and delivering more reliable journeys.
The upgrade has also delivered:
A new pedestrian and cycling underpass beneath Beams Road, connecting directly with the Cabbage Tree Creek Bikeway and removing the need to cross the busy road
Two upgraded bus stops to improve public transport access
Improved shared paths for walkers, scooter riders and cyclists
More than 3,500 tonnes of new asphalt
More than 11,700 native plants along the corridor.
The project supported 537 jobs, with crews clocking more than 141,000 hours to deliver the upgrade.
With practical works now complete, the new underpass will open following the installation of a new community mural in October.
Around 70 children from nearby schools and kindergartens helped shape the artwork, creating a colourful local legacy beneath the upgraded road.
The upgrade was jointly funded by the Australian Government, which contributed $50 million through the Urban Congestion Fund, and Brisbane City Council through the Better Roads for Brisbane program.
Council also worked with the Department of Transport and Main Roads to coordinate construction with the nearby Beams Road rail overpass project, which is on track for completion later this year.
The completion follows the first stage of the Beams Road upgrade between Cowie Road and Balcara Avenue which opened in early 2025.
Planning will continue for future improvements along the Beams Road corridor as Brisbane’s northern suburbs grow.
Quotes attributable to Infrastructure Chair Ryan Murphy
“The Schrinner Council is making the investments our road network needs to keep Brisbane moving.”
“We’re delivering AI traffic management and better public transport, but we haven’t forgotten about the nuts and bolts of our road network.”
“More than 20,000 vehicles use Beams Road every day, so doubling the lanes on this key stretch is a big win for Brisbane’s northside.
“This upgrade will improve traffic flow and deliver more reliable journeys for thousands of residents every day.
“Projects like Beams Road are all part of our plan to ease congestion and keep Brisbane moving now and into the future.”
Quotes attributable to Councillor Sandy Landers
“Beams Road is an important connection for our northside communities, so it’s fantastic to see this major upgrade delivered for local residents.
“Whether you’re driving, catching the bus, walking or riding, these improvements will make it easier and safer to get where you need to go.
“I’m especially pleased local children have helped put their mark on this project, with their artwork soon on display for the entire community to enjoy.”
