Petrie and Joyner have been identified for major infrastructure investment under Moreton Bay’s 2025–26 Budget, with projects targeting economic development, flood resilience, and transport efficiency.
Petrie: The Mill Development and Olympic Venue Preparation
The Mill at Moreton Bay remains a cornerstone of the region’s long-term planning, with $100.3 million allocated over five years to continue its staged development. Situated in Petrie and connected by two train lines, the precinct combines a university campus, public recreation space, and land designated for mixed-use investment.
Designed as South East Queensland’s newest landmark destination, The Mill offers extensive opportunity for development in education, employment, and lifestyle. At its core is a vision to support the future growth of the city through inclusive, transformative public and commercial spaces.
Current activity includes road and bridge upgrades to enhance access and readiness for future development. The precinct also features the Moreton Bay water park and adventure playground—an accessible, free-entry facility with aquatic play elements, climbing structures, and interactive lighting displays.
Site preparation has also begun for the Moreton Bay Indoor Sports Centre, which is planned to serve as a venue during the Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games. The broader precinct is being positioned as a long-term generator of local jobs, investment, and knowledge-based industry partnerships.
Joyner: Youngs Crossing Corridor Project Underway
The Youngs Crossing Road upgrade in Joyner is progressing as one of the city’s most significant infrastructure undertakings, with a total budget of $120 million over two years. The project is co-funded by the Australian Government ($51.6 million) and Queensland Government ($15 million), with the remaining investment from Moreton Bay City Council.
This upgrade spans over one kilometre from Protheroe Road to Dayboro Road and includes construction of a new 200-metre bridge over the North Pine River, road realignments, and intersection enhancements. Key aims include improving flood immunity, traffic flow, and emergency access.
Seymour Whyte Constructions Pty Ltd was appointed as principal contractor, with on-ground works confirmed to commence in June 2025. Pre-construction activity has involved relocating services such as sewer, telecommunications, and electricity infrastructure, with power conduit installations ongoing since early 2025.
Additional features include koala exclusion fencing, fauna refuge infrastructure, new signalised intersections, and upgrades to access points including Pine Rivers Pony Club and Youngs Crossing Park. Pedestrian and cyclist connectivity will be preserved with a new shared path linking to Merv Ewart Reserve.
By locating the new bridge to the west of the existing roadway, the majority of works will occur offline to minimise disruptions. Landscaping and environmental design features have also been incorporated to reduce ecological impact, including preserving large fig trees and improving aquatic passage through Sideling Creek.
Strategic Planning and Financial Framework
These major projects are part of Moreton Bay City Council’s $1 billion 2025–26 Budget, the largest in its history. The council allocated nearly $400 million towards capital works to meet population growth and infrastructure demands.
The developments in Petrie and Joyner form part of multi-year programs, with financial backing from state and federal partners in key transport corridors. The projects are designed to address long-term connectivity, flood risk, and employment generation across the region.
Published 18-June-2025
