‘Someone’s got to stand up’: Widow’s demand as Bruce Highway blackspots shame state
Eight of the 10 worst crash hotspots in all of Queensland are located on the Bruce Highway, new analysis of thousands of smashes has revealed. SEE THE MAP
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20 years behind: Qld students in danger over bus seatbelt lapse
Queensland’s motoring body has slammed the state’s lack of action over a safety feature on school buses, saying it is almost 20 years behind other states, as terrified parents voice their concern.
Road to ruin: Political bickering continues on Bruce Hwy fix
A war of words has erupted between the state and federal Labor governments over the Bruce Highway and what should be the funding model.
Poor state of major highway demands better response
Another day, another crash that meant the Bruce Highway had to be shut in both directions. It’s not good enough and it still feels like our governments are stalled when it comes to what must be done, writes the Editor.
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Highway threat to restless truckies
Truck drivers on long haul trips along the notoriously dangerous Bruce Highway are unable to pull over to take legally mandated breaks. SEE WHY.
Queenslanders sound alarm on Bruce Highway weather woes
Queenslanders have had their say on what fixes they want for the Bruce Highway with wet weather a major concern for many.
Big win for road safety in landmark highway decision
Crucial Queensland data outlining deadly crash hotspots on the Bruce Highway will be provided to the federal government, in a landmark decision set to shape transport funding priorities.
Towns cut off ‘every two weeks’ by rain
Wet weather is causing major headaches for business owners along the Bruce Highway.
Alarming figures exposes funding flaw behind bloody Bruce Hwy
Shocking statistics have revealed a major reduction in serious crashes on the Bruce Hwy after upgrades.
Katter’s move corners Labor on critical road safety initiative
Federal MP Bob Katter has signed on to support a national push to make road safety data publicly available, isolating Queensland’s five federal Labor MPs.
‘Shouldn’t take two hours’: Commuters fed up with Bruce Hwy
A Sunshine Coast man who commutes to Brisbane for work has revealed the dire state of the Bruce Highway and says he regularly stays in the state capital to avoid the drive.
Victims of our killer highway: 134 fatalities in just four years
In just four years, Bruce Hwy crashes have killed 134 people, and the toll is rising. These are some of the names and faces of those who never made it home.
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