Roadworks, disruptions and detours
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This page has information about roadworks and disruptions in Cardinia Shire, due to works being conducted by Council and by other agencies.
For the most up-to-date information about road closures, traffic alerts, roadworks, tow allocations and events, visit the VicTraffic website.
Victoria’s Big Build Disruptions
For information on transport disruptions due to works on a range of Big Build projects, visit the Victoria’s Big Build website.
Upcoming temporary closure on Kenilworth Avenue, Beaconsfield is scheduled from 19 – 21 September 2023. For more information and to see detour routes, visit Victoria’s Big Build website.
Bayview Road, Officer – Princes Highway intersection upgrade
Upgrade works on the Bayview Road and Princes Highway intersection are underway and are expected to be completed by late 2023.
Works will include:
- upgrading to fully signalised crossroad intersection
- a westbound bus priority lane
- construction of new Bayview Road South leg connecting intersection to Pioneer Way
- Bayview Road north leg road realignment
- dual right turn lanes into Bayview Road
- left turn slip lanes into Bayview Road
- cyclist and pedestrian facilities with dedicated bicycle lane signalisation
- path connections
- improved drainage
- landscaping
Who's delivering it: Cardinia Shire Council
Works, closures, and disruptions
- From 27 March 2023, the existing road between Vita Place and Princes Hwy on Bayview Rd will be closed. Traffic will be switched onto the new section of road, which will enable road users to turn left in and left out of Bayview Rd.
- To ensure public safety, the median crossing will remain closed for the duration of works. Drivers will be unable to turn right in or right out of Bayview Rd.
- Detours will be setup, directing traffic down Timbertop Boulevard.
- Traffic management will be in place and delays are expected in the area.
Please obey all signs and instructions from traffic management staff, to keep all drivers, pedestrians, and contractors safe.
Enquiries
The Major Roads Project team on 1300 624 727 via email: mail@cardinia.vic.gov.au
Tivendale Road, Officer - Princes Highway intersection upgrade
Who's delivering it: Cardinia Shire Council
Works, closures and disruptions
- Works are underway to upgrade Tivendale Road intersection on Princes Highway
- Upgrades are expected to be completed by March 2024, conditions permitting.
- From late August 2023, Station Street, Officer will be temporaily closed for approximately 8 weeks, while intersection works are completed.
- Traffic management will be in place, please obey all signs and instructions from traffic management staff, to keep all drivers, pedestrians, and contractors safe.
Enquiries
The Major Roads Project team on 1300 624 727 via email: mail@cardinia.vic.gov.au
Brunt Road and Pioneer Way upgrades, Officer
Upgrade works on Brunt Road and Pioneer Way in Officer will take place from 15 May to November 2023, conditions permitting.
These upgrades include:
- Partial duplication of Brunt Rd (from the entrance of Blue Gum Park to the railway line)
- Installing a roundabout at the Brunt Rd, Pioneer Way, and Edinburgh Drive intersection
- Extending Pioneer Way to connect with Brunt Rd
- Pavement construction
- Parking bays
- Drainage
- Lighting works
- Kerb and channel
- Line marking
From 28 August to end of October, Council is scheduled to temporarily close a section of Brunt Road and Edinburgh Drive in Officer to complete roundabout works.
Who's delivering it: Cardinia Shire Council
Works, closures, and disruptions*
- Brunt Rd closure scheduled from 28 August 2023.
- Temporary road closures will be in place from Blue Gum Park to Edinburgh Dr and an adjoining section of Edinburgh Dr
- Heavy traffic management will be in place and extensive delays are expected.
- Drivers are urged to avoid the area if possible, and to seek alternate routes.
- Detours will be available through Fairweather Parade to the newly constructed Pioneer Way, Rix Road to Siding Avenue and through Panorama Avenue.
Please obey all signs and instructions from traffic management staff, to keep all drivers, pedestrians, and contractors safe.
Enquiries
Contact the Major Roads Project team on 1300 624 727 or mail@cardinia.vic.gov.au
*Please note that Level Crossing Removal works are also underway on Brunt Rd, so please visit Victoria's Big Build website for more information.
Detours
Example routes
- Princess Highway to the South half of Brunt Road - travel via Fairweather Parade and Pioneer Way
- South-half of Brunt Road to Princess Highway (Officer area) - travel via Rix Road and Siding Avenue
- Princess Highway to the residential area of Panorama Estate - exit at Panorama Avenue
Bald Hill Road – Black Spot upgrades
Vital road upgrades are being completed on Bald Hill Road in Nar Nar Goon from July to September 2023.
Works are fully funded by the Australian Government’s Black Spot Program and include:
- The installation of a right turn and shoulder widening at the Bald Hill Road and Five Mile Road intersection
- Permanent speed limit change
- Sealing 30m of Five Mile Rd side road intersection
- Installation of flag lighting around the intersection
- Removal of small trees and shrubs
- Pavement construction
- Line marking
- Signage
Who's delivering it: Cardinia Shire Council
Works, closures, and disruptions
- Lane closures will be in place throughout the works.
- Traffic management will be in place and delays are expected in the area.
- To ensure community safety, Bald Hill Rd will be reduced to one lane during working hours and traffic will be directed by traffic controllers and signals.
- There will be reduced speed limit and traffic and footpath detours setup throughout the works.
Please obey all signs and instructions from traffic management staff, to keep all drivers, pedestrians, and contractors safe.
Enquiries
The Major Roads Project team on 1300 624 727 via email: mail@cardinia.vic.gov.au
McGregor Road and Greenhills Road, Pakenham
Construction of McGregor Road between Southeast Boulevard and Greenhills Road, Pakenham - plus reconstruction of Greenhills Road (west extension)
Who's delivering it: Cardinia Shire Council
Enquiries: Call 1300 787 624 or email mail@cardinia.vic.gov.au
Dore Road, Nar Nar Goon
Upgrade sealing works on Dore Road in Nar Nar Goon will take place from late August to December 2023, conditions permitting.
The entire 6km length of Dore Rd will be sealed as part of Cardinia Shire Council’s $25 million Better Local Roads, Strategic Sealed Roads program.
These upgrades include:
- sealing and pavement construction
- kerb channel construction
- drainage works
- signage
- line marking
Who's delivering it: Cardinia Shire Council
Works, closures, and disruptions
- Traffic management will be in place and delays are expected in the area.
Please obey all signs and instructions from traffic management staff, to keep all drivers, pedestrians, and contractors safe.
Enquiries
Contact the Major Roads Project team on 1300 624 727 or mail@cardinia.vic.gov.au
Wetlands maintenance on Tantallon Boulevard, Beaconsfield
Maintenance works on the wetlands located on Tantallon Boulevard in Beaconsfield will be underway from late September to December 2023, conditions permitting.
Works will include:
- sediment pond desilting
- invasive vegetation (Typha) removal in the wetland
Completed works will:
- restore the storage capacity of the pond
- restore the functionality and the native biodiversity of the wetland
- better protect the downstream waterways from erosion
- improve environmental amenity
- reduce flooding risk
Who's delivering it: Cardinia Shire Council
Works, closures, and disruptions
While the works are being completed, the area around the wetlands will be fenced off to the community.
Enquiries
Contact the Community Infrastructure team on 1300 624 727 or mail@cardinia.vic.gov.au
Alexander Road pedestrian bridge, Cockatoo
Works on the Alexander Road pedestrian bridge in Cockatoo are now underway.
To improve community safety and access, Council is replacing the existing bridge structure.
Works are scheduled to be completed by October 2023.
Who's delivering it: Cardinia Shire Council
Works, closures, and disruptions
- Traffic management will be in place throughout the works.
Please obey all signs and instructions from traffic management staff, to keep all drivers, pedestrians, and contractors safe.
Enquiries
Contact the Community Infrastructure team on 1300 624 727 or mail@cardinia.vic.gov.au