Upper Kedron resident says construction traffic has disrupted a once-quiet area

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  An Upper Kedron resident says heavy construction traffic has disrupted the quiet character she expected when buying a home in the Ellendale estate.

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  She says dump trucks rattle her windows six days a week and pass until 6.30pm.

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  The traffic is linked to development and the Pensar water reservoir project, which is expected to continue until late 2027.

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  Upper Kedron is surrounded on three sides by D’Aguilar National Park, but the resident says the expanding estate has become densely built.

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  She says she remains grateful to have her own home despite the noise.

Who

An Upper Kedron resident who lives in the Ellendale estate.

What

She says heavy construction vehicles have disrupted the quiet she expected and rattle her windows.

When

The traffic passes six days a week until 6.30pm; reservoir work is expected to continue until late 2027.

Where

Canvey Road and the Ellendale estate in Upper Kedron, Brisbane.

Why

Construction and development are taking place in the expanding estate, including a water reservoir project.

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