The Queensland Government is delivering generational infrastructure for Queensland’s future, with construction works starting on the long-awaited Mooloolah River Interchange Upgrade.

It is one of the ways the Queensland Government is delivering for Queensland.

The Mooloolah River Interchange Upgrade will help address long-standing congestion, boost capacity and improve safety issues on the Sunshine Motorway while also providing connectivity for Stage 3 of The Wave.

The project will include a new road overpass from Nicklin Way to Brisbane Road at Mooloolaba, new local road connection between Karawatha Drive and Brisbane Road, duplication of the Sunshine Motorway and a link road from Sunshine Motorway to Kawana Way.

The early works now underway include site clearing, service relocations and geotechnical investigations. The project is expected to be complete in time for the 2032 Games.

Premier David Crisafulli said the Queensland Government was delivering a fresh start for Queenslanders, exactly as promised.

“This is more than just a road upgrade - it’s about delivering the generational infrastructure Queensland needs for the future,” Premier Crisafulli said.

“We’re backing the Sunshine Coast with real investment, real action, and a real plan to fix the transport bottlenecks that have held it back for too long.”

Deputy Premier and Minister for State Development, Infrastructure and Planning and Member for Kawana Jarrod Bleijie said the Queensland Government was delivering for the Sunshine Coast.

“The Mooloolah River Interchange will transform the Sunshine Coast’s Road network and future proof a critical transport link for our region,” Deputy Premier Bleijie said.

“The Queensland Government is listening to residents and delivering one of the biggest transport infrastructure funding boost the region has ever seen.”

Transport and Main Roads Minister Brent Mickelberg said the project was a cornerstone of the Government’s commitment to building a better Queensland.

“We are delivering a strong plan for the State’s future by getting on with the job of building the roads and railways Queensland needs,” Minister Mickelberg said.

“The Mooloolah River Interchange is about easing congestion, improving safety, and creating a connected Sunshine Coast region that is ready to welcome the world in 2032 and accommodate a growing population.”

Member for Maroochydore Fiona Simpson said the project was key to unlocking the largest transport bottleneck on the Coast and delivering more efficient travel.

“We are pushing ahead with the MRI for the people of the Sunshine Coast,” Ms Simpson said.