The $1 billion Varsity Lakes to Tugun M1 upgrades have reached a major milestone, with traffic now flowing through the Gold Coast’s first Diverging Diamond Interchange (DDI) in Burleigh. Member for McPherson Karen Andrews MP said completion of the interchange, combined with the widening works and other upgrades, will see residents get home sooner and…
The Morrison Government’s Budget delivers our plan for a stronger future – providing cost of living relief, creating more jobs, guaranteeing essential services, and keeping Gold Coasters safe. Member for McPherson Karen Andrews MP said the Coalition’s targeted and responsible cost of living package takes the pressure off household budgets. “We understand that higher costs…
Today’s announcement of a South East Queensland City deal is a welcome investment ahead of the 2032 Olympics. As the united Morrison Government Gold Coast team, we’ve been fighting and delivering significant investments across the coast—our own GC deal—with the full extent of commitments running into the billions of dollars. The Morrison Government’s commitments—worth over…
Construction of the Gold Coast’s first Diverging Diamond Interchange (DDI) has kicked off this month, as part of the M1’s $1 billion Varsity Lakes to Tugun (VL2T) upgrade. Local commuters will see 52 concrete bridge girders installed over the next four weeks at Exit 87 (Burleigh) between the recently built bridge piers. Federal Member for…
The Morrison Government’s Economic Recovery Plan for Australia will create jobs and rebuild our economy – securing Australia’s future, and the future of the Gold Coast. Under our plan, lower and middle income earners will this year receive tax relief of up to $2,745 for singles, and up to $5,490 for dual income families, compared…
Today I wanted to say a few words to mark the 10th anniversary of my election to parliament. Milestones are always a cause for reflection. The passage of time reminds us that it is a precious and limited commodity and we have to make the most of it. Those who seek election to this place,…
After two years of reduced speeds and one million hours of roadworks, drivers can now enjoy the return of a 100 km/h speed limit and upgraded conditions through Mudgeeraba. The $218.5 million upgrade to the 5.7km stretch and notorious bottleneck has seen the number of north and southbound lanes increased from two to three, as…
The finish line is in sight for the congestion-busting upgrades to the M1’s Varsity Lakes Interchange (Exit 85), with final touches to be delivered this week. Member for McPherson Karen Andrews MP said all lanes of the new Stapley Drive bridge and southbound off-ramp to Stapley Drive at Exit 85 are due to open on…
Locals are set to spend less time stuck in traffic as work is fast-tracked on the M1 Varsity Lakes to Tugun upgrade following pressure from the Morrison Government to build the vital infrastructure that locals need both for safety and for reliability. Federal Member for McPherson Karen Andrews said, as a result of the Morrison…
The Morrison Government is funding fast-tracked improvements to Gold Coast roads and public transport, to boost the economy, create new jobs and get you home sooner and safer. Member for McPherson Karen Andrews said $264 million is being injected into projects on the Southern Gold Coast as part of a $1.9 billion package for South…