TRAFFIC lights at the Rochedale and Priestdale Road intersection are operational for the start of the school year.
A $24 million upgrade to the intersection was announced as complete last week.
The Rochedale South intersection was pinpointed by authorities as a congestion hotspot and is used by nearly 20,000 motorists every day, with several nearby schools and businesses impacting
traffic numbers.
Rochedale Road has now been widened to four lanes, and signalised pedestrian crossings feature on all approaches to the intersection.
Dedicated turning lanes, off-road shared paths and cycle lanes have also been installed.
Work was jointly funded by the federal government, along with Logan and Brisbane city councils.
“This is an important piece of the road network in our city, used thousands of times
every day. It’s a win for all road users,” mayor Darren Power said.
Divisional councillor Lisa Bradley said she had been advocating for the upgrade since 2006.
“I’m very grateful my fellow councillor colleagues listened to my concerns on behalf of the community at the start of this term and approved Logan City Council’s contribution,” Cr Bradley said.
“I was a frequent flyer in Lord Mayor (Adrian) Schrinner’s office when he was adjoining divisional councillor.
“I am pleased both federal major political parties plus Brisbane City Council saw the significance this busy intersection upgrade was for the community. It is a great outcome.”
