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Edward and Turbot Street drainage works – Brisbane

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We're upgrading stormwater drainage infrastructure at the intersection of Edward Street and Turbot Street in Brisbane City to improve the network.

Status
In progress
Category
Drainage
Timeframe
Early September to late October 2026
Location
Brisbane City
Ward
Central Ward
Benefits
  • Improve the long-term reliability of Brisbane's drainage network.
  • Help ensure stormwater continues to be safely and effectively managed.

The existing stormwater drainage network beneath the intersection of Edward Street and Turbot Street has deteriorated and requires replacement.

The project will use trenchless construction methods wherever possible to minimise disruption. Stormwater will continue to be safely and effectively managed through this important part of the CBD.

Works will include:

  • installing a new section of underground stormwater drainage using trenchless construction methods
  • undertaking minor surface excavations to connect new and existing infrastructure where required
  • constructing new stormwater manholes and drainage connections
  • stabilising a historic brick stormwater drain that has reached the end of its operational life
  • temporarily removing and safely storing the nearby Forme del Mito Expo '88 artwork
  • reinstating roads and footpaths after construction.

Works start in early September and continue through to late October 2026, weather and site conditions permitting.

Works will mostly happen during the day from 9am to 4pm, Monday to Friday. Some night works will also be required from 8pm to 6am, Sunday to Thursday, at key stages to complete activities safely and minimise traffic impacts.

If you live, work, visit or travel through the area during construction, you may notice:

  • construction vehicles, equipment and workers within the project area
  • construction noise and vibrations, particularly during night works
  • temporary traffic and lane changes
  • temporary pedestrian diversions around active work areas
  • temporary impacts to the northbound bike lane on Edward Street
  • temporary fencing, signage and lighting around the work site.

Temporary traffic changes

To safely undertake works in the roadway, temporary lane closures, reduced speed limits and detours will be required. This includes:

  • closing the left turn from Turbot Street into Edward Street, and 2 lanes on Edward Street (north of the intersection) for the duration of the works with a signed detour in place via Wharf Street and Astor Terrace (24/7).
  • closing short sections of southbound lanes on Edward Street (south of the intersection) during working hours and reopening outside work hours.

Traffic controllers and detour signage will be on site to assist people moving through the area.

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