Schrinner wants to revive huge busway network first mooted in the ’90s

October 27, 2026 — 12:19pmLord Mayor Adrian Schrinner has pitched a multibillion-dollar expansion of Brisbane’s busways, proposing new bridges, tunnels and transit ways for dedicated routes for Metro vehicles.Almost 30 years ago, the state government’s South East Queensland Integrated Regional Transport Plan proposed 75 kilometres of busways, but only about one-third was built, including the South East Busway.Schrinner wants to revive the unfinished 1990s plan, which proposed busway links to the north and east.A Brisbane Metro vehicle departing The University of Queensland.Courtney KrukThose routes are similar to the ones he announced for the Metro expansion in 2024, with 22 new stops and stations, although the council’s proposal added a link to the airport.However, Brisbane City Council is opening up the proposal to revive abandoned busways to public consultation first, asking people where they want the Metro to be expanded.The survey is being conducted at the same time as a business case considering the Brisbane Metro expansion is due to be returned by August 2027.More to comeStart the day with a summary of the day’s most important and interesting stories, analysis and insights. Sign up for our Morning Edition newsletter.More:Brisbane MetroCity councilBrisbanePublic TransportAdrian SchrinnerFrom our partners