# \#proposal **URL:** https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/tag/proposal/96.md [Latest](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/tags.md) --- ## [A serious proposal for a rapid transit line](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/a-serious-proposal-for-a-rapid-transit-line/1806)
**Author:** [@yourbro21](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/u/yourbro21)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [6 November 2026 04:17 UTC](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/a-serious-proposal-for-a-rapid-transit-line/1806 "2026-11-06T04:17:18Z")
Considering the need for a high frequency rapid transit corridor along the Brisbane river alongside the need for a reliable transit corridor serving the growing southern suburbs of Brisbane and Logan, I am proposing a co… --- ## [Yarrabilba Rail Link (A proposal)](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/yarrabilba-rail-link-a-proposal/1774)
**Author:** [@yourbro21](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/u/yourbro21)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [3 November 2026 01:33 UTC](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/yarrabilba-rail-link-a-proposal/1774 "2026-11-03T01:33:54Z")
Considering the rapid growth of the Yarrabilba area combined with southern parts of Logan such as Marsden and Browns Plains as well as southern Brisbane City suburbs like Calamvale and Forest Lake having poor access to t… --- ## [\[Proposal\] Logan Bus Network Reform](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/proposal-logan-bus-network-reform/1768)
**Author:** [@lowler293](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/u/lowler293)\ **Replies:** 89\ **Last updated:** [3 November 2026 00:40 UTC](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/proposal-logan-bus-network-reform/1768 "2026-11-03T00:40:02Z")
Changes: M1 (partially shown) Extended to Springwood per the Metro Plan All Brisbane City Council Routes that serve Logan (140, 150, 142, all associated Rockets) No changes except: 162 will be removed. 282 (Part… --- ## [Removing South Pine Road Level Crossing (Strathpine)](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/removing-south-pine-road-level-crossing-strathpine/1801)
**Author:** [@yourbro21](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/u/yourbro21)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [30 October 2026 13:21 UTC](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/removing-south-pine-road-level-crossing-strathpine/1801 "2026-10-30T13:21:13Z")
As a local who lives not far from this area and frequents it very much, this level crossing is really bad. And the alternative underpass always gets flooded after every storm. The South Pine Road Level crossing is a mas… --- ## [Redlands Motorway (A proposal)](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/redlands-motorway-a-proposal/1787)
**Author:** [@yourbro21](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/u/yourbro21)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [26 October 2026 12:00 UTC](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/redlands-motorway-a-proposal/1787 "2026-10-26T12:00:20Z")
A proposal for a new Tolled Motorway connecting the Redlands. This would ease congestion off Old Cleveland Road and provide an Alternative to the Pacific Motorway by connecting the Eastern Suburbs of Brisbane to the Coo… --- ## [Should Carbridge Brisbane have routes that go outside the Airport? Carbridge is the operator of the Terminal Shuttles](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/should-carbridge-brisbane-have-routes-that-go-outside-the-airport-carbridge-is-the-operator-of-the-terminal-shuttles/1760)
**Author:** [@Busman66](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/u/Busman66)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [30 September 2026 04:31 UTC](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/should-carbridge-brisbane-have-routes-that-go-outside-the-airport-carbridge-is-the-operator-of-the-terminal-shuttles/1760 "2026-09-30T04:31:19Z")
I reckon Carbridge could have like an airport-express style route system run by Volvo B8RLE (Gemilang) into different parts of Brisbane. --- ## [(Foam warning) Hypothetical local rail services outside of SEQ](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/foam-warning-hypothetical-local-rail-services-outside-of-seq/1374)
**Author:** [@ari](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/u/ari)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [29 September 2026 06:07 UTC](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/foam-warning-hypothetical-local-rail-services-outside-of-seq/1374 "2026-09-29T06:07:36Z")
Just to preface - like the title says, this is all foam. Nothing in this post (or I suspect the entire thread) is going to happen, it’s stuff that I would like to happen and think is theoretically possible. There are bet… --- ## [Can we have rubbish bins at Roma Street and Central train stations?](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/can-we-have-rubbish-bins-at-roma-street-and-central-train-stations/1459)
**Author:** [@austin](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/u/austin)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [29 September 2026 02:49 UTC](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/can-we-have-rubbish-bins-at-roma-street-and-central-train-stations/1459 "2026-09-29T02:49:17Z")
Can’t even dispose empty cans or energy drinks off of the train at Roma Street, when there’s no rubbish bins!! There’s not even any rubbish bins at Roma Street busway station either. Thanks QR for this reminder, I g… --- ## [Bowen Hills Station revitalisation - (Media District Concept)](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/bowen-hills-station-revitalisation-media-district-concept/1754)
**Author:** [@yourbro21](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/u/yourbro21)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [28 September 2026 11:17 UTC](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/bowen-hills-station-revitalisation-media-district-concept/1754 "2026-09-28T11:17:10Z")
Considering how run down and industrial that Bowen Hills area is, combined with the recent announcement of channel 9 leaving Mount Cootha (with channels 7 & 10 to potentially follow) and need for an International Broa… --- ## [Woolloongabba station precinct redevelopment](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/woolloongabba-station-precinct-redevelopment/1526)
**Author:** [@Cygnus](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/u/Cygnus)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [7 September 2026 12:23 UTC](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/woolloongabba-station-precinct-redevelopment/1526 "2026-09-07T12:23:02Z")
Similar to Nundah, this proposal sends through traffic underground so the surface road (in this case Stanley Street) can be turned into a main street (not to be confused with Main Street, Woolloongabba :laughing:). … --- ## [Warrill Valley (South Ipswich), potential for future housing development](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/warrill-valley-south-ipswich-potential-for-future-housing-development/1714)
**Author:** [@yourbro21](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/u/yourbro21)\ **Replies:** 39\ **Last updated:** [26 August 2026 03:31 UTC](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/warrill-valley-south-ipswich-potential-for-future-housing-development/1714 "2026-08-26T03:31:40Z")
Since we have a housing crisis it’s inevitable that one day we will need to build here. Here’s my solution to public transport for the Warrill Valley area. We could deliver 100,000 - 200,000 new homes in this area and 30… --- ## [Battery powered trains?](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/battery-powered-trains/1710)
**Author:** [@Windy](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/u/Windy)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [20 August 2026 02:32 UTC](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/battery-powered-trains/1710 "2026-08-20T02:32:33Z")
I just read that Wellington is testing and utilizing battery powered trains on their northern sections with one had 9km tunnel there Wonder if we could do something similiar for Laidley section and the new crossing into… --- ## [Northern Suburbs Rail Link (A proposal)](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/northern-suburbs-rail-link-a-proposal/1702)
**Author:** [@yourbro21](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/u/yourbro21)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [14 August 2026 06:03 UTC](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/northern-suburbs-rail-link-a-proposal/1702 "2026-08-14T06:03:12Z")
This is my proposal for a new rail tunnel in the Northern Suburbs between Mayne and Carseldine with new platforms at Albion and then new stations at Kedron Brook, Kedron & Chermside before emerging near Zilmere and stopp… --- ## [Ipswich triplication and service improvements](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/ipswich-triplication-and-service-improvements/1700)
**Author:** [@Axilya](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/u/Axilya)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [12 August 2026 02:28 UTC](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/ipswich-triplication-and-service-improvements/1700 "2026-08-12T02:28:13Z")
I’m curious what other members think of the idea of a (maybe partial) triplication of the Ipswich line west of Darra. This would enable 4 tph off-peak services, and possibly the operation of a peak-direction “superb expr… --- ## [Metro/Busway for Caboolture West (Proposal)](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/metro-busway-for-caboolture-west-proposal/1426)
**Author:** [@yourbro21](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/u/yourbro21)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [10 August 2026 07:01 UTC](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/metro-busway-for-caboolture-west-proposal/1426 "2026-08-10T07:01:02Z")
As we all know now, Moreton Bay is building a new development over the next decade called Waraba, Caboolture West. It will have 70,000 people once complete including 30,000 unaffordable single family homes on small pl… --- ## [Bus to Cairns Airport](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/bus-to-cairns-airport/1642)
**Author:** [@yourbro21](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/u/yourbro21)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [23 July 2026 04:08 UTC](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/bus-to-cairns-airport/1642 "2026-07-23T04:08:13Z")
I have noticed there have been calls for a Bus to service Townsville Airport. I want to add to those calls, Cairns Airport also deserves a Bus service. Cairns is the Gateway to Far North Queensland. Its airport is used b… --- ## [Station name change proposal?](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/station-name-change-proposal/1414)
**Author:** [@Windy](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/u/Windy)\ **Replies:** 40\ **Last updated:** [11 July 2026 23:48 UTC](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/station-name-change-proposal/1414 "2026-07-11T23:48:12Z")
So hrar me out Mango Hill and Mango Hill East… Used to be Kinselia Road and Mango Hill That was 10+ years ago. Now i suggest the station name change of Mango Hill East to Capestone That station is between Northlake… --- ## [Building Over \["artifically" sinking\] the INNER Ipswich Line](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/building-over-artifically-sinking-the-inner-ipswich-line/1669)
**Author:** [@steelpan](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/u/steelpan)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [10 July 2026 03:53 UTC](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/building-over-artifically-sinking-the-inner-ipswich-line/1669 "2026-07-10T03:53:50Z")
Concept Begin the multi-year process of building over the Ipswich rail line, from around upper Milton Road to Toowong and likely on-to Indooroopilly. These regions are higher-density and destined for A LOT more apart… --- ## [Montague street bridge](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/montague-street-bridge/1665)
**Author:** [@as-saffarini](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/u/as-saffarini)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [29 June 2026 02:44 UTC](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/montague-street-bridge/1665 "2026-06-29T02:44:17Z")
From my understanding, this bridge keeps getting hit and people keep seeming to consider things like raising bridge or lowering road, but what I don’t understand is why can’t they put a series of sped humps to slow down … --- ## [Western Suburbs Transport Plan](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/western-suburbs-transport-plan/1604)
**Author:** [@MossPickle](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/u/MossPickle)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [29 April 2026 07:45 UTC](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/western-suburbs-transport-plan/1604 "2026-04-29T07:45:03Z")
Apologies for the new thread (feel free to merge this mods if there’s a better one) but I found an article about TMR’s consultation which is open until the 29th of May. Details in article: CONSULTATION OPEN ON WESTERN S… --- ## [So I think we should revisit the concept of a Western Bypass Tunnel?](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/so-i-think-we-should-revisit-the-concept-of-a-western-bypass-tunnel/1545)
**Author:** [@yourbro21](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/u/yourbro21)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [25 March 2026 06:58 UTC](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/so-i-think-we-should-revisit-the-concept-of-a-western-bypass-tunnel/1545 "2026-03-25T06:58:01Z")
Specifically dump the Gympie road tunnel and instead joint the NWTC corridor with the dumped Centenary Highway Bypass Tunnel and include a Stafford road bypass tunnel to also connect this new tunnel to the Airport link. … --- ## [🚨 What If Brisbane Had Traffic Updates for People, Not Cars? 🚨](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/what-if-brisbane-had-traffic-updates-for-people-not-cars/1582)
**Author:** [@GetAroundCaboolture](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/u/GetAroundCaboolture)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [14 April 2026 00:07 UTC](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/what-if-brisbane-had-traffic-updates-for-people-not-cars/1582 "2026-04-14T00:07:37Z")
In Slovenia, Lab of Thought teamed up with RTV Slovenija to flip the script on traffic updates. Instead of focusing on cars, they shared updates for walkers, cyclists, and public transport users—like: “Parents walking t… --- ## [Springfield to Ipswich Transport Plan](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/springfield-to-ipswich-transport-plan/1460)
**Author:** [@yourbro21](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/u/yourbro21)\ **Replies:** 150\ **Last updated:** [16 March 2026 05:55 UTC](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/springfield-to-ipswich-transport-plan/1460 "2026-03-16T05:55:31Z")
A proposal I have come up with that is scaled back from the Original. Also includes a Centenary Highway upgrade and infill at Ellen Grove. Also shows two connecting bus routes that would see an increase of frequency. --- ## [Concept Thread: New or Changed Bus Route Proposals](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/concept-thread-new-or-changed-bus-route-proposals/709)
**Author:** [@Metro](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/u/Metro)\ **Replies:** 66\ **Last updated:** [21 February 2026 09:38 UTC](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/concept-thread-new-or-changed-bus-route-proposals/709 "2026-02-21T09:38:20Z")
\[!info\] NOTICE: This is a concept thread for concept discussion purposes only. It is not BTQ Policy. A thread for bus route proposals. --- ## [Preserve EMU trains:](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/preserve-emu-trains/1484)
**Author:** [@yourbro21](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/u/yourbro21)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [8 February 2026 05:55 UTC](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/preserve-emu-trains/1484 "2026-02-08T05:55:46Z")
I think we should preserve EMU’s 01, 04 and 59 and restore them into their original condition. EMU 01 should be put on display at Ipswich Rail workshops whilst 04 & 59 should also be repainted into their old colours and … --- ## [Proposal - A new Interchange for those accessing Brisbane Airport](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/proposal-a-new-interchange-for-those-accessing-brisbane-airport/1425)
**Author:** [@yourbro21](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/u/yourbro21)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [5 January 2026 00:31 UTC](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/proposal-a-new-interchange-for-those-accessing-brisbane-airport/1425 "2026-01-05T00:31:19Z")
Aimed at improving access from the Gateway and the Northside to Brisbane Airport. Would also look beautiful for those on the planes to view as they come in to land. --- ## [Calls for there to be a bus service for Macleay Island](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/calls-for-there-to-be-a-bus-service-for-macleay-island/1448)
**Author:** [@Archie\_Stubbings](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/u/Archie_Stubbings)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [14 January 2026 02:30 UTC](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/calls-for-there-to-be-a-bus-service-for-macleay-island/1448 "2026-01-14T02:30:37Z")
I recently came across a facebook post calling for there to be buses on Macleay Island with Hino Poncho’s being suggested. Linked within the thread is a petition for said bus service with more details about what they wan… --- ## [Should we introduce a congestion toll on the Brisbane, Lang Park and Gabba Traffic areas to fund Public Transport and other transport related projects?](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/should-we-introduce-a-congestion-toll-on-the-brisbane-lang-park-and-gabba-traffic-areas-to-fund-public-transport-and-other-transport-related-projects/1415)
**Author:** [@yourbro21](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/u/yourbro21)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [3 January 2026 23:40 UTC](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/should-we-introduce-a-congestion-toll-on-the-brisbane-lang-park-and-gabba-traffic-areas-to-fund-public-transport-and-other-transport-related-projects/1415 "2026-01-03T23:40:52Z")
Basically my idea is the bit in orange (Gabba Traffic Area), bit in yellow (Lang Park Traffic anrea) and bit in Blue (Brisbane City Traffic Area) would be tolled/congestion pricing. For the Gabba and lang park area it… --- ## [Logan Busway, a Proposal](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/logan-busway-a-proposal/1422)
**Author:** [@yourbro21](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/u/yourbro21)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [4 January 2026 22:20 UTC](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/logan-busway-a-proposal/1422 "2026-01-04T22:20:30Z")
Adding on from the extension of the SouthEast Busway, I am proposing a new Busway for Logan. Stage 1a would see it extended next to the M1 from Springwood to the Slacks Creek Park and ride which would become a busway… --- ## [Downloadable Translink (CRR + The Wave Concept) Map](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/downloadable-translink-crr-the-wave-concept-map/580)
**Author:** [@ImmyOnBoard](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/u/ImmyOnBoard)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [25 June 2025 11:32 UTC](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/downloadable-translink-crr-the-wave-concept-map/580 "2025-06-25T11:32:44Z")
Sandcastle v1b Affinity.afphoto (207.7 KB) Sandcastle v1b Photoshop.psd (8.2 MB) This is a Translink map I made based on information on Cross River Rail, The Wave, GCLR Stage 3 and more. Feel free to download it an… [Next page](https://forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/tag/proposal/96.md?match_all_tags=true&page=1&tags%5B%5D=proposal)