Plans to build an entirely new four-lane road through one of Brisbane’s fastest-growing suburbs are moving ahead, with the Schrinner Council progressing the Gardner Road extension in Rochedale.
Rochedale’s population more than doubled between the 2016 and 2021 census, from 3,175 residents to 7,633 in just five years.
The new Gardner Road connection will provide the infrastructure needed to support this growing community.
The project will deliver a new 700-metre connection between Priestdale Road and Underwood Road, improving access to homes, schools, public transport and local businesses.
The project will also include:
• Two signalised intersections with pedestrian crossings
• A new bridge over the Bulimba Creek East Tributary
• 2.5 kilometres of on-road bike lanes
• 1.1 kilometres of shared paths
• 700 metres of new footpaths
The new road will complete a missing link in Rochedale’s road network, creating another north-south connection through the growing suburb.
New signals and crossings around School Road and Priestdale Road will make everyday trips safer and easier, while helping to keep Brisbane moving.
The new connection will provide easier access to Rochedale State High School and the Rochedale Bus Station and Park ‘n’ Ride.
School access will be maintained throughout construction, with the design also providing an additional left-turn exit onto Gardner Road.
A dedicated wildlife crossing beneath the new bridge will support native animals living along the Bulimba Creek East Tributary.
Planning and design has progressed for the new road, with the Schrinner Council now seeking a construction partner to deliver it.
This project has also secured support from the Crisafulli Government through its Residential Activation Fund, recognising the importance of new infrastructure to support more homes in the right places.
The State Government has committed $47 million towards the project, which is expected to help unlock around 685 new homes.
Subject to the tender process, construction is expected to begin in 2027.
The Gardner Road project is jointly funded by the Crisafulli Government’s Residential Activation Fund and the Schrinner Council.
Quotes attributable to Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner
“We’re planning to build an entirely new four-lane road between Priestdale and Underwood roads.
“Rochedale has grown rapidly and better roads and more homes go hand-in-hand as we plan for the future.
“This new road will help unlock hundreds of new homes while helping to keep Brisbane moving.
“Gardner Road shows what’s possible when all levels of government work together and we want to see more partnerships like this to deliver the infrastructure our growing city needs.
Quotes attributable to Councillor Steven Huang
“Rochedale has changed enormously in recent years, and this new road will provide the better local connections our growing community needs.
“This new connection will help take the pressure off surrounding roads and make it easier to get to school, work, local shops and public transport.
“I know local residents will be as excited as I am that we’re taking the next major step towards delivering it for our community.”
