General Information:

Signals installed in Queensland during the 1980s used incandescent bulbs to display indications to drivers. In QLD, target boards were employed on overhead mast-arm signals to enhance the visibility of signals for approaching vehicles. These target boards were entirely black. Target boards were not included for signals at ground level.

This page concentrates on signals and related equipment released between 1980 and 1989 and used within QLD. All the signals on this page have been replaced with modern equipment.

Traffic Lanterns:

Mast Arm and Standard Signal Posts:

1980s mast arm and standard post. Signals have been updated with Quartz Halogen models. Located on the corner Maclean Street and Marine Parade, Coolangatta. Image taken 2007.

Image © Jason Andrews

Mast Arm Signal:

The 1980s style of mast arm used across Queensland. This installation has been retrofitted with newer Quartz Halogen signals. Corner of Sussex St and Lennox St, Maryborough, August 2007.

Image © Rob Tilley

3-aspect Signal:

Typical 1980s setup for signals in QLD. Note the lack of target board, this was the standard setup well into the 1990s. Corner of Brisbane Rd (SR6) and Hancock St, Mooloolabah. April 2008.

Image © Rob Tilley