Moggill Creek has overflowed, causing road closures, service disruptions, and transport delays including in Kenmore Hills and Brookfield. Recovery efforts continue amid flood-related challenges.
Severe Weather and Flooding Cause Transport Disruptions
Heavy rainfall from ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred has led to major flooding in Kenmore and surrounding areas, blocking roads and limiting transport options. Moggill Creek has overflowed at multiple locations, including Rafting Ground Road near Greentrees Avenue in Kenmore Hills and Reed Way in Brookfield, where all lanes remain blocked. Authorities have warned residents against driving through floodwaters, urging caution as conditions remain unpredictable.
Additionally, Brookfield Road at Moggill Creek is completely impassable due to flash flooding. The Department of Transport and Main Roads has advised motorists to seek alternative routes while BCC continues to monitor conditions.
Public Services Affected as Cleanup Begins
Local services have been disrupted, with BCC facilities, bin collections, and public transport affected. The regular Monday bin collection in the Pullenvale Ward, which includes Kenmore, did not occur due to flooding at the waste contractor’s Willawong facility and workforce shortages. While BCC is considering a recovery collection, no confirmation has been given. Residents are advised to bring their bins back off the kerb and await further updates.
Public transport services are also experiencing delays and cancellations. While some bus routes remain operational, others have been suspended due to unsafe road conditions. The 444 service, a major route for Kenmore, continues to run, but other local services are subject to ongoing disruptions.
Power Outages and Emergency Alerts
Power outages have affected multiple suburbs, including Kenmore, Kenmore Hills, Pullenvale, Brookfield, and Upper Brookfield. Residents experiencing outages are advised to report fallen power lines to Energex and avoid contact with any damaged infrastructure.
An Emergency Alert has been issued for the Gubberley Creek Detention Basin area in Kenmore, with authorities advising residents to prepare for possible evacuations. The situation remains under review as officials monitor flood levels.
BCC’s Response and Recovery Efforts
BCC has mobilised emergency crews to clear roads, address power failures, and assist with flood recovery. The BCC’s Emergency Dashboard provides live updates on road closures, waste collection, and other service disruptions.
Local community disaster groups in the Kenmore and Karana Downs regions are actively coordinating support and information for affected residents. While no evacuation centres have been activated yet, authorities are monitoring the situation closely.
BCC Services: Latest Updates
BCC has provided the latest information on service disruptions and recovery efforts:
BCC Facilities & Community Services
- Brisbane Business Hub (Level 4, Queen Street, Brisbane City) will reopen on Tuesday 11 March.
- City Hall and the Museum of Brisbane have reopened with events and tours resuming.
- Community halls: Most will reopen on Tuesday 11 March, but several, including Acacia Ridge, Bracken Ridge, and Northgate, remain closed.
- Brisbane Greeter tours will restart from Wednesday 12 March.
- Immunisation clinics, active and healthy programs, and Visible Ink services will resume from Tuesday 11 March.
Libraries & Archives
- Open libraries include: Brisbane Square, Indooroopilly, Toowong, Carindale, and several others.
- Kenmore Library is still under assessment and remains closed.
- City Archives, Mt Coot-tha, Sandgate, and Inala libraries remain closed.
Waste Collection and Resource Recovery
- Regular bin collection has resumed in some areas, but Pullenvale Ward collections remain uncertain.
- Chandler, Nudgee, and Ferny Grove resource recovery centres are open for green waste drop-off.
Parks, Pools, and Recreational Facilities
- Mt Coot-tha mountain bike tracks and all water play areas remain closed.
- Victoria Park driving range has reopened, but many golf courses, including St Lucia, Jindalee, and Ashgrove, remain shut.
- Most pools have reopened, except Dunlop and Acacia Ridge. The 25m pools at Hibiscus and Langlands remain closed.
For assistance or further updates, residents are encouraged to contact the relevant authorities:
- BCC 24/7 Emergency Contact: (07) 3403 8888
- QLD Traffic Updates: QLD Traffic or call 13 19 40
- Energex Emergency Line (Power Outages, Fallen Lines): 13 19 62
- TransLink Public Transport Information: TransLink or call 13 12 30
- SES Queensland (Flood & Storm Assistance): 132 500
- Local Community Disaster Support Groups:
- 4070 Community Disaster and Coordination Group
- Karana Downs Region Disaster Community Support
Published 10-Mar-2025