The Springfield Parkway Upgrade is set to transform one of Ipswich’s busiest transport routes, with major plans moving forward to Stage 2 to widen the key corridor linking Springfield Central with neighbouring suburbs. The project aims to improve traffic flow, reduce congestion, and support one of South East Queensland’s fastest-growing communities.
Procurement Plan Moves Project Forward
Ipswich has adopted a Significant Contracting Plan to prepare for the next stage of construction for the Springfield Parkway duplication. The adoption of this plan enables the move toward issuing tenders for Stage 2 of the project. Further details on the contracting process and project planning are available in the official announcement.
The plan is required by procurement rules before contracts of significant value or duration can be awarded.
Project planning information also indicates that $22 million has been allocated in the 2025–2026 budget to continue Stage 2 works, as part of a broader $43 million investment spread over five years to deliver the upgrade.
The upgrade is part of a long-term strategy to duplicate Springfield Parkway and Springfield Greenbank Arterial into four-lane roads to better handle increasing traffic demand.
Supporting Rapid Population Growth
Planning materials show Springfield is experiencing strong population growth, placing increased demand on local transport networks. The duplication project is designed to increase capacity along the corridor, which currently services tens of thousands of commuters each day.
Council information states that preliminary works, such as relocating underground services and constructing retaining walls, are expected to support the main construction phase. The improvements are also intended to enhance road safety and reduce travel delays for motorists, pedestrians and cyclists using the corridor.
Long-Term Planning Linked to Regional Development
The upgrade is being delivered as part of wider infrastructure planning across Springfield and surrounding areas. Local infrastructure upgrades are considered essential to support residential expansion, business development, and access to community facilities across the region.
The road network improvements are also expected to support future regional events and large-scale activities by improving access to key community venues.
Published 4-Feb-2026
