Driving forward generational infrastructure on the Sunshine Coast

Rubber is hitting the road on generational transport infrastructure for the Sunshine Coast with The Wave (Stage 2), Caloundra Transport Corridor Upgrade and Mooloolah River Interchange Upgrade all taking major steps forward.  

The projects deliver on the Queensland Government and Sunshine Coast Council's commitment to get busy Sunshine Coast roads flowing again, with new roads, upgraded intersections, and high-frequency public transport options to enhance livability and connectivity. 

The delivery update includes: 

• Major milestone on The Wave Stage 2 as the final round of geotechnical works and site investigations began at the site of the future Aroona Station, before contract award. These works will give critical information to kick start detailed design, progressing the project, so shovels are in the ground even faster.
• The Caloundra Transport Corridor Upgrade  has also reached a key milestone with Sunshine Coast Council opening tenders for construction between Nicklin Way to Third Avenue, helping get traffic off the Caloundra Road, Nicklin Way and Pelican Waters Boulevard intersection, giving locals an alternative route into the Caloundra CBD.
• Early works for Stage 1 of the Mooloolah River Interchange Upgrade  is well underway, with procurement underway for the remaining major earthworks and civil works. This project is critical to improving north-south road connectivity and is a key component of The Wave. 

Sunshine Coast Mayor Rosanna Natoli said the partnership between the Queensland Government and Sunshine Coast Council to deliver the Caloundra Transport Corridor Upgrade demonstrates the importance of collaboration in delivering key infrastructure for the region. 

“This partnership reflects what can be achieved when different levels of government work together to deliver for the community,” Mayor Natoli said. 

“The Caloundra Transport Corridor Upgrade is a vital project for our region. 

"It will ease congestion, improve safety, and make it easier for locals to get where they need to go. 

"We look forward to seeing work commence on this important project.” 

Premier David Crisafulli said the Government was getting on with delivering generational infrastructure for the Sunshine Coast.  

“We promised to get the Sunshine Coast moving again, and we’re delivering on that promise,” Premier Crisafulli said. 

“Traffic has been gridlocked for too long, which is why we’re accelerating these critical projects and getting busy roads flowing again.” 

Deputy Premier and Minister for State Development, Infrastructure and Planning and Member for Kawana Jarrod Bleijie said these projects would transform the Sunshine Coast’s transport network and create significant economic benefits for the region. 

“Labor’s failures left locals sitting in the Caloundra Carpark,” Mr Bleije said.  

“The Queensland Government is delivering The Wave all the way to the Sunshine Coast Airport, in time for the 2032 Games. 

“The Queensland Government is delivering the largest transport infrastructure investment ever planned for the Sunshine Coast, and it’s all about delivering the roads and public transport our region needs now and into the future.” 

Minister for Transport and Main Roads, and Member for Buderim Brent Mickelberg said the Queensland Government’s investment would get busy Sunshine Coast roads flowing again.  

“The former State Labor Government would have ended heavy rail at Caloundra; they would not have delivered the Caloundra Congestion Busting Plan; and they mothballed the Mooloolah River Interchange,” Minister Mickelberg said.  

“We’re delivering the infrastructure needed now and for the future of the Sunshine Coast.”