The research paper gives an outline and describes how traffic congestion can be reduced in Australia. It provides an overview of the social and economic issues that are associated with congestion in Brisbane city. The research paper explores how road congestion affects the economic efficiency of markets in the economy. It also discusses the externalities involved in the congestion. The paper analyzes the relationship between time wasted in congestion and employee productivity. The use of public roads, congestion charge, and building more roads are discussed as possible solutions to the problem.