Public Notice Roundup: Roma Street Infrastructure Upgrades and Parking Service Changes

Roma Street and CBD Traffic Adjustments

Brisbane City Council and the Cross River Rail Delivery Authority advise of significant changes to traffic and pedestrian movements in the CBD starting this week. From Monday, 23 March 2026, essential works have commenced on the northern side of Roma Street to construct final sections of footpaths and driveways. These works are expected to continue for approximately four weeks. During this period, residents and commuters should expect staged changes to traffic lanes and public transport stops between Garrick and Countess streets.

Additionally, major works are underway at the corner of Roma Street and Parkland Boulevard to remove the large acoustic shed and concrete slab. This operation began in mid-March and is scheduled to last approximately eight weeks. Pedestrian detours are in place, and traffic control is active throughout the precinct to ensure public safety. Access to the Roma Street station remains available, though commuters are encouraged to allow extra travel time.

Moorooka Station and Rail Corridor Updates

The Department of Transport and Main Roads reminds commuters that Moorooka station remains closed for major reconstruction as part of the Southside Station rebuilds. The station was officially closed on 2 March 2026 and will remain inaccessible until late 2027. Throughout March, crews are focused on drainage installation, platform demolition, and utility works. Commuters should utilize alternative bus services and existing rail links at neighboring stations. Ongoing utility and earthworks also continue at the Clapham Yard maintenance facility between 6:30 am and 6:30 pm, Monday to Saturday.

Launch of New Parking Payment Provider

As of Tuesday, 17 March 2026, Brisbane City Council has expanded its digital parking services. The PayStay mobile application is now fully operational across the city’s on-street parking zones, joining the existing CellOPark system. This initiative aims to provide motorists with greater choice and system resilience. Drivers will notice new signage across the city indicating zone numbers for both approved providers. Council’s self-service portal for infringement payments has also returned to full functionality following a scheduled maintenance window that concluded on 23 March.

Seasonal Park Maintenance and Health Advisories

Council's grass-cutting and park maintenance schedule remains at peak seasonal frequency. According to the latest update on 21 March 2026, mowing teams are currently active in more than 2,160 parks across the metropolitan area. Residents are reminded that high-profile parks and sports fields are serviced weekly during this peak growing period, though schedules may be adjusted in the event of significant rainfall.

In public health, Queensland Health continues to monitor communicable disease notifications following a series of measles alerts in early March. Residents are urged to ensure their vaccinations are up to date and to stay home if they display symptoms. Recent surveillance also indicates an unseasonal presence of Ross River virus; members of the public are advised to use insect repellent when outdoors, particularly near the Brisbane River and surrounding wetlands.