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Residents Push for Traffic Signals at Busy Tarragindi Intersection

A petition calling for traffic lights at the intersection of Esher Street and Birdwood Road is gathering support, with residents urging Brisbane’s local officials to address what they describe as safety risks at the busy Tarragindi intersection.

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The e-petition asks Brisbane to assess the safety risks at the unsignalised intersection, commit to installing traffic signals and publish a timeline for the works. Supporters said the request comes as upgrades are already underway at the nearby Esher Street and Toohey Road intersection, but argued the Birdwood Road junction should also be considered.

Residents Call for Action

According to the petition, severe traffic builds up at the intersection during peak periods. Residents say the congestion can leave motorists frustrated, leading some to fail to give way and contributing to frequent near misses.

The petition also highlighted the nearby shared cycle path, where cyclists merge onto Esher Street immediately beside the intersection. Supporters believe this creates an additional safety risk, particularly during busy periods when traffic is backed up.

Campaign organisers said the intersection is an important route for people travelling between Tarragindi and neighbouring Holland Park. In a community post encouraging people to sign the petition, they described the location as “a ticking time bomb” and argued that relying on luck to prevent a fatality is not an acceptable approach to road safety.

The group is asking Brisbane’s local officials to assess the immediate safety risks, install traffic signals to improve traffic flow and better protect cyclists, and provide the community with a clear timeline for any future works.

Nearby Upgrade

The campaign coincides with Brisbane’s upgrade of the nearby Esher Street and Toohey Road intersection.

According to Brisbane, motorists are “taking risks to navigate the intersection,” with the project designed to make the junction safer and easier to get through. The works include new traffic signals, pedestrian crossings, road widening and other improvements aimed at improving safety and traffic flow.

Petition supporters say those upgrades are welcome but believe the Esher Street and Birdwood Road intersection should also be assessed because they say it experiences significant congestion during peak periods.

Petition Seeks Safety Assessment

The petition asks Brisbane’s local officials to:

Assess the immediate safety risks at the Esher Street and Birdwood Road intersection.
Commit to installing traffic signals to improve traffic management and protect cyclists.
Publish a clear timeline for the proposed works.

The petition will remain open until Monday, 21 September 2026, before Brisbane considers the request through its e-petition process.

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Supporters hope a strong response from residents in Tarragindi and Holland Park will encourage Brisbane to investigate the intersection and consider whether additional safety measures are needed.

Published 30-July-2026

Tarragindi Intersection Upgrade Plans Aim to Improve Safety and Traffic Flow

Plans for a significant upgrade to the intersection of Esher Street and Toohey Road in Tarragindi have been proposed, focusing on improving safety and traffic efficiency for pedestrians, cyclists, and motorists.

Still in the design phase, the proposed upgrade aims to enhance safety by installing traffic lights with pedestrian crossing facilities at the intersection. The project will also include road widening and the creation of dedicated left and right-turn pockets to help manage traffic flow. However, finalising the design and moving forward with construction will depend on future budget allocations and other city-wide priorities.

Benefits for the Community

Several benefits have been identified for the Tarragindi community. The main focus is to improve safety by better controlling traffic movements through signalised crossings, making it easier and safer for both motorists and pedestrians to navigate the intersection.

New wide pathways are also planned for both corners of Esher Street and Toohey Road, improving connections for cyclists and pedestrians. These pathways will link to an existing shared path near the Wellers Hill Bowls Club, encouraging more walking and cycling in the area.

The northern approach to the intersection will be widened to include a left-turn pocket for vehicles turning into Esher Street. A right-turn pocket will also be added on Toohey Road to allow for safer turning movements into Esher Street. The addition of yellow “no stopping” lines on all approaches is expected to improve traffic visibility and efficiency.

Future Plans and Funding

While there is strong support from the local community, the project is not fully funded at this stage. The completion of the design and eventual construction will rely on future budget allocations and prioritisation among other city projects.

For now, further updates are expected as the plans move closer to the implementation phase.

For more information about the proposed Esher Street and Toohey Road intersection upgrade, you can contact the project team by phone at 3178 5413 during business hours (8.30am-4.30pm, Monday to Friday) or reach out to the Contact Centre on (07) 3403 8888, available 24/7.

Published 15-Oct-2024

Esher Street Café & Deli: Grab Delightful Breakfast Surprise at This Tiny Tarragindi Coffee Shop

There’s a tiny coffee shop in Tarragindi that has attracted quite a following from outside the suburb, despite the competitive market catering to coffee lovers. Named after the street where it is located, Esher Street Café & Deli is a tiny family-owned and –operated coffee shop.

Most customers agree that the café serves great coffee, if not the best tasting coffee. Coffee is brewed using their very own Esher St Blend, made from four types of coffee beans of various origins, roasted to a rich caramel toast. You can also grab a bag of this special blend to enjoy the aroma and taste of their coffee in the comfort of your home.

Esher Blend — *Photo credit: Esher Street Cafe & Deli / Facebook*

But it isn’t just their coffee that turns customers into regulars. The coffeehouse is also known for its breakfast and lunch fare. Most recommended are the dukkah-spiked avocado smash and the roast pumpkin & chickpea fritters.

For breakfast, there’s also the Italian Eggs Breakfast consisting of poached eggs, gluten-free chorizo sausages on a roasted tomato herbed base with baby spinach. You can also opt for open croissants topped with bacon, haloumi, eggs or a slice of Canadian smoked salmon with avo.

Other yummy dishes to try are the Couscous with garlic steamed veggies, chicken and spinach strudels, Greek lamb wrap, Frittata with Garden or Greek salads, and many more. The serving portions and delicious taste of their menu is sure to appease even those who are feeling hangry.

Aside from coffee, the café serves mocha, hot chocolate, cold pressed juices, smoothies, milkshakes, and organic bottled drinks.

Also lately, Esher Café & Deli has slowly been carving a name for its gorgeous made-to-order cakes as Esher has been requested to bake cakes for weddings and birthdays.

The atmosphere at Esher is shabby-chic and homely, with its mismatched chairs out front and the whitewashed wooden furnishings in the courtyard. The simple and rustic ambience lends a welcoming and relaxed feeling.

It is a child friendly café since you will see high chairs out back and they have bothered to put up a small kids corner to keep the little ones occupied while you enjoy your meal.

Those with pets need not worry because Esher has allotted a spot on their footpath to secure dogs, with a water bowl provided.

Out back seating at Esher St Cafe — *Photo credit: Esher Street Cafe & Deli / Facebook*

The coffee shop is at 46 Esher St, Tarragindi. It is open from 6:00am to 3:00 p.m. on weekdays and from 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on weekends.