Carseldine is set to receive a major intersection upgrade and benefit from nearby policing enhancements as part of Queensland’s 2025–26 Budget allocations.
Road Network Overhaul to Ease Traffic in Carseldine
A key feature of the 2025–26 State Budget is a significant upgrade to the intersection of Gympie Road and Beams Road in Carseldine. This intersection carries more than 80,000 vehicles daily and is a critical junction in Brisbane’s northern corridor.
In addition to the Budget announcement, BCC is progressing with a broader Beams Road upgrade between Carseldine, Fitzgibbon, Taigum and Zillmere. The corridor currently accommodates over 20,000 vehicles each day, and traffic volumes are expected to increase due to forecast population growth in the area.
The upgrade is being delivered in two stages:
- Stage 1A (Lacey Road to Balcara Avenue) was completed in January 2025 and included new traffic signals at Dorville Road, road widening between Cowie Road and Balcara Avenue, a shared path from Lacey Road, and service upgrades by Energex and Telstra.
- Stage 1B (Carselgrove Avenue to Handford Road) is now underway and involves widening the road to a four-lane median-separated carriageway, building a pedestrian underpass near Cabbage Tree Creek, upgrading shared paths, and improving two bus stops.
The $50 million project is under the Better Roads for Brisbane Program. Works include culvert extensions, vegetation clearing, and night construction. During this period, traffic will be reduced to one lane in each direction and temporary detours will be in place for pedestrians. Environmental improvements, such as new tree plantings and upgraded creek infrastructure, are also included in the project scope.
Nearby Policing Upgrades to Support Local Safety
While not located within Carseldine, the Boondall Police Station—which services Brisbane North including Carseldine—is set to undergo a $52 million upgrade. The nearby Ferny Grove station will also be improved. These projects are backed by $147.9 million in statewide investments into police resources, including new tasers, radios and body-worn cameras. A recruitment target of 1,600 new officers by 2028 has also been set.
The upgrades are part of a broader $5.2 billion commitment aimed at improving community safety through early intervention, stronger laws, and investment in police facilities.
Health Services Access for Northern Suburbs
Though Carseldine is not the direct site of a health facility upgrade, the suburb is positioned near the Prince Charles Hospital in Chermside. The hospital is included in the Hospital Rescue Plan, which outlines upgrades for emergency departments, paediatrics and operating theatres. Statewide, the $18.5 billion plan will deliver more than 2,600 additional hospital beds and 4,500 new health workers.
Public Transport and Cost Relief Measures
The Wave Project—a public transport corridor from Brisbane to the Sunshine Coast Airport—may enhance connectivity for Carseldine commuters. Additionally, residents will benefit from the State’s new 50-cent flat fare across all Translink public transport services, aimed at reducing household costs.
Broader Housing and Education Initiatives
While no new social housing developments or school infrastructure projects were specifically named for Carseldine, the suburb may benefit from statewide programs including the $5.6 billion investment in social and community housing and a $2 billion Residential Activation Fund to unlock housing supply.
First-home buyers across Queensland will receive deposit assistance under the $165 million Boost to Buy scheme, and stamp duty will be abolished on new home purchases. In education, Carseldine families are expected to benefit from statewide initiatives such as a $100 school supply voucher and a $200 sports voucher for eligible students.
Economic Outlook and Broader Context
Queensland’s Gross State Product is forecast to grow by 2.75 per cent in 2025–26, supported by strong public investment and stabilising employment. While the Budget projects an operating deficit of $8.6 billion, it outlines a path towards fiscal repair while maintaining commitments in infrastructure, housing, safety, and health.
What’s Next for Carseldine
The intersection upgrade and nearby police station improvements are part of broader statewide infrastructure and safety plans. Construction timelines and detailed project schedules are expected in the coming months as the Budget commitments transition into delivery phases.
Published 27-June-2025
