Highfields Road construction projects

We have works planned across Highfields for the first half of 2024. Detour signage will be in place for all projects. All efforts are being undertaken to minimise the overall impact to the community. All dates are weather and construction conditions permitting.

Highfields, O’Brien and Kratzke Road intersections

We will be relocating electrical and water services as part of early works for the Central Highfields Intersections project.

Impacts: Deep excavations are needed and during this time there will be temporary staged road closures at the intersections of:

  • Highfields Road and Kratzke Road
  • Highfields Road and O’Brien Road

A temporary connection road will be constructed on the northern side of Highfields Road to maintain local connections. This will be used in conjunction with temporary detours using two options:

  • Highgrove Drive
  • Polzin Road

As part of these works it is expected there will be short term changes to traffic conditions at the intersections of Highfields Road and Lauder Drive, and Highfields Road and Rogers Drive, such as temporary lane closures and detours. More details will be provided ahead of these possible changes.

Access to businesses and residential properties, Highfields Cultural Centre, Aquatic Centre, and Library/ Customer Service Centre will be maintained via O’Brien Road, Balmoral Road and Rogers Drive.

Start date: February 2024

As part of this project, there will be new intersections, with roundabouts at:

  • Highfields Road/ Kratzke Road/ O’Brien Road intersection
  • Highfields Road/ Lauder Drive intersection
  • Highfields Road/ Rogers Drive intersection

Based on the current forecasts, this construction work is expected to commence in the first half of 2026. This date is subject to change based on Council’s annual budget approvals and other priorities.

Highfields Road intersection upgrades

Toowoomba Regional Council is delivering upgrades to Highfields Road to improve safety, traffic flow and connectivity.

These major upgrades will enhance the amenity of the area, support the continued growth of the Highfields commercial area and align with the Central Highfields Master Plan.

The project will:

  • upgrade the central Highfields road network, including constructing four new roundabouts and realigning Kratzke and O’Brien roads
  • upgrade all underground utilities
  • install raised pedestrian crossings at the new roundabouts
  • create connected footpaths and shared paths along Highfields Road and surrounding streets
  • deliver a landscaped street network that supports the future town centre.

This project is funded with the support of the Queensland Government in association with Toowoomba Regional Council.

Expected start date: March 2026

Target completion date: Early 2028  

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