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.
Main Street, Pakenham level crossing works
The level crossing at Main Street, Pakenham will be closed from Saturday 1 April until Thursday 6 April to allow for installation of sky rail infrastructure
- Access into businessess on Bald HillRoad and Henty Street will be maintained at all times via the north bound carriageway
- Pedesitrian access will be maintained on one side at all times - please obey all signage and detours to ensure everyone's safety
- Detours will be in plce via Webster Way and John/Henry Street
Keep up to date with this project on the 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 the end of 2023
- 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
Timbertop and Pink Hill Boulevard intersection upgrade
The upgrade works are scheduled for October 2022 to January 2023 (weather dependent) and include:
- installation of signals at the existing Timbertop and Pink Hill Boulevards intersection
- installation of dedicated bike lane along Timbertop Boulevard
- construction and extension of the intersection’s turning lanes
Who's delivering it: Cardinia Shire Council
Works, closures and disruptions
- the median crossing at Barnsley Road will be permanently closed as part of the works, this will enable the right-turn lane extension on Pink Hill Boulevard to be completed safely
- 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.
Plans
Enquiries
The 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
Pedestrian crossing works on Damon Street, Officer
Upgrade works on Damon Street, Officer (near Arena Shopping Centre) will take place from 23 February to end of April 2023, conditions permitting.
These upgrades include:
- upgrading the existing speed-hump on Damon St to a pedestrian crossing
- line markings
- additional safety signs, amber-coloured pedestrian warning lights and street lights will be installed
Who's delivering it: Cardinia Shire Council
Works, closures, and disruptions
- Temporary closures around the speed hump may be required, however, road closures aren’t expected during normal business hours.
- A reduced speed limit and traffic and footpath detours will be in place.
- Parking bays located between the roundabout and existing speed hump may be occupied or temporarily closed off during these works.
Please obey all signs and instructions from traffic management staff, to keep all drivers, pedestrians, and contractors safe.
Enquiries
Contact the Roads Project team on 1300 624 727 or mail@cardinia.vic.gov.au