$30.2M Black Spot Funding for 44 Queensland Road Safety Projects
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The Australian Government will allocate $30.2 million to improve road safety at 44 locations across Queensland under the 2026–27 Black Spot program. Local councils will contribute an additional $3.1 million toward two of the projects. Funded improvements include intersection upgrades, pedestrian facilities, road widening, and signage and lighting infrastructure. The Queensland Black Spot Consultative Panel, comprising local stakeholders, recommended the projects based on community priority.
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The Australian Government announced $30.2 million in funding under the 2026–27 Black Spot program for road safety improvements at 44 Queensland locations. Local councils will contribute $3.1 million toward two of the projects. Types of improvements include intersection upgrades, pedestrian facilities, road widening, and signage and lighting. The Queensland Black Spot Consultative Panel, composed of local stakeholders, recommended the projects.
Affected parties—including local councils, transportation operators, and road users in Queensland—should be aware of upcoming construction and infrastructure improvements. Councils involved in the two co-funded projects should confirm their $3.1 million contribution commitments. The program remains open for nominations from individuals, community groups, and councils.
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23 April 2026
More than $30 million in funding will help improve road safety at 44 locations across Queensland.
Road safety across 44 Queensland locations will be improved with $30.2 million in Australian Government funding under the 2026–27 Black Spot program . Local councils will contribute $3.1 million towards 2 of the projects.
These 44 Black Spot projects include intersection upgrades, safer pedestrian facilities, road widening and signage and lighting infrastructure that improves safety for all road users.
The projects were recommended by the Queensland Black Spot Consultative Panel, which comprises local stakeholders to ensure nominations of the highest priority and importance to the local community are recommended for approval.
Anyone can nominate a Black Spot for consideration, including individuals, community groups and local councils.
Find out more:
- For the full list of funded projects, read the Minister’s media release
- For more information or to nominate a black spot, visit the website.
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