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Updates about the road condition will be provided as they become available.

More information can be found in this Media Release

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UGL Regional Linx will carry out maintenance on the overbridge as part of the Country Rail Network.

Affected

Both directions

Every Day - (7:00am - 5:00pm)

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Weekly road closures are in place until 31 July 2025 for major restoration work. The Oxley Highway will be closed between Knodingbul and Forbes River Roads at the following dates and times:

• Each Tuesday to Thursday from 7am to 4:30pm
• Each Friday from 7am to 3pm

Please note, due to flooding, the Highway is closed at Mount Seaview and several other points.

The Highway is open for special events, on weekends, Mondays, during school holidays and public holidays. Please note, when the highway is open there is ongoing slope stabilisation work in sections and motorists can only pass in one direction at a time and are advised to allow extra travel time.

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Motorists are advised of changed traffic conditions for bridge maintenance work between Kew and Taree. Single lane closures will be in place.

Affected

Both directions

Monday - (6:00pm - 4:00am)

Affected

Both directions

Tuesday - (6:00pm - 4:00am)

Affected

Both directions

Wednesday - (6:00pm - 4:00am)

Affected

Both directions

Thursday - (6:00pm - 4:00am)

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Load Limit - Koolah Creek Road Bridge No. 2 has a load limit of 19 tonne in place.

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Load Limit - Kippax Road Bridge No. 2 has a load limit of 15 tonne in place.

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Load Limit - Kippax Road Bridge No. 3 has a load limit of 15 tonne in place.

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Load Limit - Kippax Road Bridge No. 1 has a load limit of 15 tonne in place.

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Load Limit - Millers Road Bridge 15 has a load limit of 15 tonne in place.

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What are the works?

• Dahlsford Drive intersection with Ocean Drive will be closed to allow construction of the future intersection as part of the Ocean Drive Duplication project.

Location of activity?

• The works will be located at the intersection of Ocean Drive and Dahlsford Drive.

When is the activity scheduled to occur?

• Work is scheduled to commence 8.00pm Monday 5th May 2025 and is expected to be completed by Monday 25th August 2025. Construction activities will occur between the hours of 7am - 6pm Monday to Friday however the closure will remain in place for the entirety of the dates. All work is weather dependent.

How will traffic be affected?

• There will be no access to Dahlsford Drive at the intersection of Ocean Drive.
• Dahlsford Drive will be accessible via Pacific Drive and Livingstone Road.

What are the impacts for residents and businesses?

• Residents and businesses, including visitors will not be able to access Dahlsford Drive from Ocean Drive.
• Increased traffic at Livingstone Road intersection with Pacific Drive due to traffic detouring via this location
• Busways will retain their routes 

Detour from Ocean Drive to Dahlsford Drive via Pacific Drive and Livingstone Road

Closed

Both directions

Every Day - (all day - )

Reduced speed limit

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Ocean Drive Duplication project

Affected

Both directions

Every Day - (7:00am - 5:00pm)

Never drive through floodwater

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Possible land slip - a4-5km north Innes View Road

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Maria River Road closed from Northside to Kempsey

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Closed at Mount Coxcombe Bridge #1

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Caution - numerous landslips and deep scouring has occurred through Comboyne Road.

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Cedar Creek Bridge is now open to traffic. Please note there are rough washouts and potholes on the approaches to the bridge. Drive with caution and reduce speed in the area.

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Due to recent severe weather, the current condition of roads and river crossings in the area is unknown. Please avoid the area until further notice. Inspections of road and bridge infrastructure may take some time to complete. Your safety is our priority—thank you for your patience.

Never drive through floodwater

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Never drive through floodwater

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Rocks Ferry reserve and Car park are closed due to mud and silt and damage to park assets

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Water and rock debris over road - causeways

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Water over Langdons Bridge

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Logans Crossing Bridge - Damage to road surface and silt and debris on bridge

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Delay your journey

Road inaccessible - culvert washed out, deep crossing. Extreme caution advised.

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Please note that the Hibbard Ferry is currently out of service due to impacts from the recent weather event.

The Settlement Point Ferry is now operational and available as an alternative crossing.

Council crews are working to restore Hibbard Ferry operations as soon as possible. An SMS alert will be sent to all subscribers of the Council’s Ferry SMS Notification Service once the Hibbard Ferry is back online.

If your operations rely on ferry access and you are not yet subscribed to the SMS notification service, please link to receive timely updates.

Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

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Reduce your speed

Exercise extreme caution as damage to road surface from flood water

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Following the recent weather event, clean-up efforts are actively underway to remove debris and silt from local roads, allowing residents safe access to their homes.

Please be advised that heavy machinery and equipment are in operation throughout the area as teams work quickly and safely to restore essential services and clear remaining debris.

We kindly request that all non-essential travel to the area be avoided to support the safety and efficiency of ongoing clean-up operations.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

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Following the recent weather event, clean-up efforts are actively underway to remove debris and silt from local roads, allowing residents safe access to their homes.

Please be advised that heavy machinery and equipment are in operation throughout the area as teams work quickly and safely to restore essential services and clear remaining debris.

We kindly request that all non-essential travel to the area be avoided to support the safety and efficiency of ongoing clean-up operations.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

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NOTIFICATION OF LANE CLOSURES - Greenmeadows Drive (south) intersection with Ocean Drive Monday 26th May 2025 - Tuesday 10th June 2025

What are the works?

• Asphalt works and pavement repairs at the Greenmeadows Drive (south) and Ocean Drive as part of the Ocean Drive Duplication project.

Location of activity?

• The works will be located at the intersection of Ocean Drive and Greenmeadows Drive (south). Note that Greenmeadows Drive connects with Ocean Drive in two places. The northern connection is a signalised intersection and will not be impacted by these works.

When is the activity scheduled to occur?

• Work is scheduled to commence Monday 26 May 2025 and is expected to be completed by - Tuesday 10 June 2025. Construction activities will occur between the hours of 7am - 6pm Monday to Friday however the closure will remain in place for the entirety of the dates. All work is weather dependent. 

How will traffic be affected?

• There will be no right hand turn in or out of Greenmeadows Drive (south) at the intersection of Ocean Drive.
• Motorists exiting Greenmeadows Drive (south) wishing to head south should detour via the signalised intersection at Greenmeadows Drive (north) or head northbound and turn around using the Koala Street roundabout.
• Southbound motorists wishing to turn right into Greenmeadows Drive (south) should detour via the signalised intersection at Greenmeadows Drive (north) or continue southbound and turn around at the temporary roundabout at Maranatha Place and enter Greenmeadows Drive via the functioning left hand turn.

What are the impacts for residents and businesses?

• Residents and businesses, including visitors will not be able to turn right into Greenmeadows Drive (south) southbound from Ocean Drive. There will also be no right hand turn (southbound) out of Greenmeadows Drive (south)
• Increased traffic at Greenmeadows Drive (north) signalised intersection due to traffic detouring via this location
• Busways will retain their routes 

Affected

Southbound

Every Day - (all day - )

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Delay non-essential travel

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Community Notice – Ferry Operations & Priority Access

The ferry is now operational. Priority access is being given to:

• Emergency Services
• Department of Defence
• Council Crews
• Local Residents

This is to support urgent efforts to:

• Restore essential services
• Clean and inspect roads
• Conduct Rapid Damage Assessments
• Help residents return to their homes safely

We understand our community is eager to explore areas impacted by recent events. However, it’s vital that we prioritise coordinated recovery efforts to ensure the clean-up is efficient and residents can return home as quickly and safely as possible.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation. Please follow all traffic directions and stay informed via LiveTraffic and Council updates.

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Ferry Salvage Operation – Area Closed to Public

A ferry salvage operation is currently underway. For your safety and to allow crews to work efficiently, we ask the community to:

• Stay away from the area
•  Do not attempt to access the site
• Follow all signage and directions from authorities

Your cooperation is essential to ensure a safe and successful recovery.

Allow extra travel time

Expect delays

Caution – Flood Debris on Roadway

High tide has caused flood debris to wash towards the road. Cleanup crews are currently working along the road edges.

• Please exercise caution when travelling through the area
• Watch for workers and machinery
• Drive slowly and follow all signage

Your safety and cooperation are appreciated as we work to clear the area.

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ROAD CLOSURE NOTICE – STRUCTURAL DAMAGE

Following recent inspections, damage has been identified to the culvert abutment at the crossing.

• The road is now closed to all traffic
•  Repairs will be carried out as soon as possible

For your safety, please avoid the area. We appreciate your patience while crews work to restore access.

Never drive through floodwater

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Water over road

Never drive through floodwater

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Elfords Road remains closed due to water over the roadway. Access is currently impacted – motorists are advised to avoid the area.

Reduced speed limit

Expect delays

How will traffic be affected?

Savoy Street will have one lane closed, and one lane under traffic control.

Reduced speed limit of 40 km/hr will be in place during the works.

Access to properties will be maintained, with minor delays if construction works are in the immediate area.

Traffic controllers will be on site to prioritise passengers getting on and off buses.

Affected

Eastbound

Every Day - (7:00am - 6:00pm)

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Belah Road will be closed from the Blackbutt Road intersection to just past site 2 while works are taking place.

Diversions will be in place with directional signage

Western end of Belah road will still be accessible from Jindalee Road and Jambali Road

Reduced speed limit of 40 km/hr will be in place during the works. 

Diversions will be in place with directional signage

Closed

Both directions

Tuesday - (6:00pm - 6:00am)

Closed

Both directions

Wednesday - (6:00pm - 6:00am)

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Littles Loop Road now open.

Crews are currently on site undertaking flood repair works.

Exercise caution when travelling through the area