RACQ has renewed calls for an integrated public transport authority to find solutions to attract people back to public transport, after it was revealed patronage was still down 40 percent on pre-COVID levels.
RACQ has thrown its support behind plans for a second Walter Taylor Bridge after reports Brisbane City Council was investigating a new river crossing near the plagued existing site.
RACQ has supported Brisbane City Council’s $126 million plan to replace the Indooroopilly roundabout with an overpass, but called for better cycling infrastructure and more congestion busting projects for the western suburbs.
Voters have been urged to check out RACQ’s online score card to determine which political parties have supported the Club’s transport priorities which aim to give Queenslanders access to safe, affordable and sustainable mobility.
RACQ has pleaded with all riders and drivers to slow down, after Queensland Police caught hundreds of Queenslanders speeding over the weekend.
Severe weather season is set to kick off this weekend in the south east corner.
RACQ has welcomed construction of an inner-city bikeway but has urged the State Government to work with locals to address parking concerns.
RACQ has welcomed Labor’s commitment of $500 million for the final stage of the M1 upgrade between Daisy Hill and the Logan Motorway, which was one of the Club’s top priorities ahead of the State Election.
As Queensland State Election campaign ramped up ahead of 31 October, RACQ has warned political parties to avoid distracting motorists and blocking footpaths with signage.
RACQ has called on the Department of Transport and Main Roads to work with the community on a solution for a Gold Coast Hinterland road, to make it safer for motorists and wildlife.
RACQ has backed the Greens’ plan to make parking free for patients and staff after it was reported the party would buy back privately-owned carpark facilities at public hospitals across Queensland.
UPDATE 4PM WEDNESDAY: Both sides of politics have made election commitments to boost resilience and mitigation projects in Queensland regions often impacted by severe weather.
RACQ has cleared up the road rules surrounding a give way scenario after the Club’s online quiz sparked fiery debate.
A Hollywood film set would close several streets around Coorparoo and Strathpine from this afternoon, prompting a warning from RACQ for local drivers to be aware of the changes to road conditions.
RACQ has warned motorists to expect delays to this morning’s commute, with local residents to stop traffic during a protest against a high-rise development at Kangaroo Point.
RACQ has urged drivers to allow extra time after a crash on the Gateway Motorway at Carindale caused massive delays to the morning commute.
A new RACQ survey has revealed COVID-19 had driven commuters away from catching the bus, train and ferry, prompting calls for an integrated public transport authority to find solutions to moving locals around our cities safely.
RACQ has expressed disappointment the Beerburrum to Nambour rail upgrade and a level crossing upgrade program missed out on additional funding in last night’s Federal Budget.
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RACQ has encouraged Queensland voters to take a good look at the Club’s Election Scorecard before heading to the polls, to see which parties support the policies and priorities to keep Queensland moving.
The State’s peak motoring body has supported today’s LNP announcement of a $300 rego rebate for Queenslanders.
RACQ has had to set the record straight on merging, after hundreds of drivers were left stumped by a basic road rule on an online quiz.
RACQ is calling on motorists from across the state to help identify Queensland’s worst roads and help influence change.
From motorbike and car crashes, to transferring unwell Queenslanders to other hospitals across the State, RACQ Air Rescue Network crews were kept busy over the long weekend.
UPDATE: RACQ has welcomed news the Queensland Labor party would match Federal funding to widen the Centenary Bridge ensuring the much-needed project could get underway immediately.
RACQ has called on Brisbane City Council and Transurban to permanently remove tolls on the Go Between Bridge for all motorists from mid-2021, when the Victoria Bridge became car-free as part of the Brisbane Metro construction.
Queensland community groups have been encouraged to apply for the latest round of RACQ Local Sponsorship Grants, which opened on Thursday, and helped fund meaningful local initiatives.
After an online quiz stumped hundreds of drivers, RACQ has clarified the rules around giving way at intersections.
RACQ has welcomed a plan to upgrade the entire stretch of the Bruce Highway as it would minimise flood and incident closures, improve freight and congestion, and save lives.
RACQ has welcomed news work would begin on the extension of Bells Creek Arterial Road to the Bruce Highway in the coming weeks, after the State Government announced $35 million in funding.
RACQ has warned south east holiday makers to expect traffic at the Queensland border, as restrictions for travel eased from tomorrow.
RACQ has urged drivers in south east Queensland to fill the tank now, before other retailers followed Coles service stations and hiked their prices.
Motorists who continued to drive cars with dangerous Takata airbags have been urged by RACQ to have them replaced or risk killing themselves or others after it was revealed thousands of the dangerous vehicles were still on the road.
RACQ has welcomed Brisbane City Council’s 12 month trial of separated bike lanes through Brisbane’s CBD.
RACQ has warned a truck rollover in Fortitude Valley has blocked inner city lanes and caused frustration and delays for Brisbane commuters.
RACQ has welcomed a plan by the State Opposition to give driver licence discounts to motorists who play it safe behind the wheel.
RACQ has urged Sunshine Coast motorists to snap up a bargain, with a cluster of servos selling fuel for under a dollar.
RACQ has encouraged learners and their supervisors to use the school holidays to build practical driving experience, rather than opting for online simulations growing in popularity.