Single-Lane Restrictions on Gold Coast Highway to Cause Tuesday Commute Delays

Morning Traffic Overview for Tuesday, 3 March 2026

Gold Coast commuters are advised to prepare for significant travel time increases this morning as major infrastructure projects and road rehabilitation programs impact several of the city's busiest corridors. While the M1 Pacific Motorway is currently flowing freely in most sections, localized bottlenecks on the Gold Coast Highway and Smith Street are expected to cause peak-hour congestion. Motorists should consider leaving earlier than usual or utilizing alternative routes where possible.

Gold Coast Highway Bottlenecks and Light Rail Construction

The most substantial impact on today's commute remains the ongoing Gold Coast Light Rail Stage 3 construction. Transport authorities have confirmed that the Gold Coast Highway will continue to operate with only a single lane in each direction between Dawn Parade in Miami and West Burleigh Road in Burleigh Heads. These restrictions are essential for pavement reconstruction and track-laying works and are scheduled to persist through early April.

• Miami to Burleigh Heads: Expect heavy delays in both directions as traffic merges into single lanes.
• Northbound Restrictions: A single-lane configuration is also in effect for northbound traffic between Tweed Street and West Burleigh Road.
• Pedestrian Access: Temporary ramps and diversions are in place around construction zones in Miami; please follow all directional signage.

Major Arterial Roadworks and Arundel Closures

Several key connectors are experiencing lane reductions and closures today due to planned maintenance and upgrades. In Arundel, the Smith Street Off-Ramp remains closed to all traffic, necessitating detours for those heading eastbound from the Smith Street Motorway. Additionally, the intersection of Kumbari Avenue and Smith Street is seeing lane reductions that may impact those traveling toward Southport.

Further south, motorists on Bermuda Street (Southport Burleigh Road) should anticipate slower conditions through Mermaid Waters and Robina as lane closures facilitate ongoing roadworks. Similar restrictions are active on Napper Road in Parkwood, where single-lane operations are currently managing traffic flow.

Public Transport: Rail and Bus Service Updates

For those relying on the Gold Coast rail line to reach Brisbane, please be aware that Moorooka station is now officially closed for major upgrades. This closure began yesterday and is expected to last into late 2027. While trains will continue to pass through the station, they will not stop. Commuters should check Translink for updated bus replacement schedules for local connections. On a positive note, Salisbury station has successfully reopened and is fully operational as of this week.

Commuter Advice and Local Neighborhood Impacts

Residents in Ashmore and Benowa should watch for minor delays on Ashmore Road and Benowa Road as pavement renewal crews are active in these precincts today. To ensure a smoother trip, commuters are encouraged to take advantage of the ongoing 50-cent flat fare initiative across the Translink network, which may make public transport a more cost-effective alternative to sitting in traffic. Always check the latest live traffic feeds before departing to account for any sudden incidents or hazards.