From tomorrow the Logan and Gold Coast train lines are fully re-opening, and Brisbane buses will move to weekday timetables, as South East Queensland's public transport network edges closer to a full return.
Transport and Main Roads Minister Mark Bailey said Queensland Rail crews continue working around the clock to repair extensive damage on the Gold Coast line between Beenleigh and Kuraby.
"Beenleigh and Holmview stations and track were inundated just last week, and there were washaways at Kingston, plus damage to electrical and signalling equipment," Mr Bailey said.
"So the crews have done an incredible job to get the lines up and running just days later, and they've been supported by the rest of QR's team, who have been re-organising timetables and making sure we can deliver services.
"This will see Gold Coast, and Logan commuters getting to work, school and essential services faster, easing the pressure on our roads.
"Most of the SEQ rail network is now operational after the floods with the exception of services west of Ipswich, and north of Nambour, where repairs are still taking place.
"I'm also pleased to confirm Brisbane city bus services will be returning to a normal weekday timetable from tomorrow."
Environment, Science and Youth Minister and Gold Coast-based MP Meaghan Scanlon welcomed the announcement for Gold Coast commuters, and acknowledged Queensland Rail staff for their efforts in bringing services back online as soon as possible.
"Thousands of Gold Coasters rely on the trains to get to work or access essential services, so to see all services restored so quickly despite the record-breaking rain is certainly a welcome relief for our community," Minster Scanlon said.
"We saw congestion on the M1 ease after some services were able to resume last week.
"It's been a mammoth effort by crews to keep the G: running despite the wet weather and to make sure the rail line is once again safe for use, so a big thanks to all staff who have gone above and beyond this last week."
Member for Macalister Mel McMahon said the re-opening would be welcomed by Logan commuters.
"This is great news for everyone in Logan, and will get them to work faster as we recover from the floods," Ms McMahon said.
"I'd like to say thank you to the QR crews who have worked day and night to re-open the line, and to commuters for their patience over the last week."
Mr Bailey said trains would still be running on a reduced timetable, so it was best to plan ahead before you jump on board.
"We encourage customers to plan their journey in advance by using the TransLink journey planner or visiting the flood damage service updates page on the TransLink website," he said.
"Transport and Main Roads staff, including public transport staff, are doing everything they can to restore roads and public transport services back to normal as soon as possible.
"We ask for patience while we work towards this as safety is our priority and we will not operate services where it is not safe to do so."
Brisbane River CityCats and ferries remain suspended due to unsafe conditions and damage to terminals and vessels.
