Council records show Murphy arguing for the extension along Old Cleveland Road in September 2024, then welcoming federal planning money and outlining the proposed route in March 2025.
The eastern corridor is now being examined alongside extensions to Carseldine, Springwood and Brisbane Airport. Canberra has committed $50 million to support the broader expansion planning. Infrastructure Australia
Murphy told Council on 3 September 2024 that the Games presented an “opportunity to accelerate investment in Brisbane’s transport network”. Later in the meeting, he argued that an eastern Metro should offer faster journeys and more frequent, reliable services. Council minutes, 3 September 2024, Questions 3 and 5
On 25 March 2025, he welcomed the federal commitment and described a proposed M3 running from Roma Street through Carindale to Capalaba, with connections through Coorparoo, Camp Hill, Carina and Chandler. Council minutes, 25 March 2025, Question 1
Securing that route requires agreement beyond City Hall. Council leads the business case, but the project crosses into Redland City and involves state-managed infrastructure. The Queensland and Australian governments are partners in the planning; construction will require further funding and approvals. Infrastructure Australia
Murphy, now Council’s Infrastructure Chair, previously held the Transport portfolio. He has represented Brisbane’s eastern suburbs since his election in 2012. Councillors and wards; Council and standing committee meetings
The expansion business case is due in late 2027. It will establish proposed routes, infrastructure requirements and delivery stages. No opening date has been set for the eastern extension. Brisbane Metro expansions
