From time to time road works and/or large projects require the partial or complete closure of roads within the Alpine Shire.
This also applies to events held within the Shire. The information below outlines any upcoming road closures of which residents and/or visitors should be aware.
Road Closures
Visit VicRoads for all up-to-date road closures. Emergencies can quickly result in the closure of roads - before you travel, ensure your route is clear.
Use multiple sources to stay informed
- www.emergency.vic.gov.au
- VicEmergency Hotline - freecall 1800 226 226
- VicEmergency app
- Facebook or Twitter (#vicfires)
- Tune in to ABC Local Radio, commercial and designated community radio stations, or Sky News TV.
- A full list of Official Emergency Broadcasters is available online at VicEmergency
Dargo High Plains Road
The Dargo High Plains Road will re-open from 12pm Friday, 3 November 2023.
As a direct result of the recent road, drainage, and security upgrades, the road has an earlier-than-usual planned reopening. Minor roadworks will continue to take place until Friday, 17 November.
We ask that all travelers adhere to traffic management and drive to road conditions.
Bogong High Plains Road
Refer to the Department of Transport for the most up-to-date information on this road.
Buffalo Stampede
CHANGED TRAFFIC CONDITIONS FOR BRIGHT, BUCKLAND VALLEY AND MT BUFFALO
FROM 6.00pm FRIDAY 22 MARCH TO 6.00pm SUNDAY 24 MARCH 2024
Traffic controllers will be in place to manage competitors crossing roads at the following locations:
- Coronation Ave at Pioneer Lane, Bright
- Buckland Valley Hwy at Eggelston / Harris Lanes, Buckland Valley
Speed reductions will be in place at various points on Mt Buffalo Road.
Prepare for delays and watch for competitors on the course in these areas.
Gravity Enduro
Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 March
7.00am - 6.00pm
Speed reduction on Coronation Ave between Churchil Ave and Mystic Lane
Prepare for delays and watch for cyclists in these areas.
Bright Rotary Easter Market
Saturday 30 March
6.00am to approximately 3.00pm
Howitt Park car park & Riverside car park will be closed to allow for the safe staging of the market
Anzac Day 2024
Thursday 25 April
MYRTLEFORD
10.30am to approximately 12noon
- Great Alpine Road closed between Standish St and Albert St / Lewis Ave
- Clyde St closed between Standish St, Queen St and Great Alpine Road
- Smith St will be closed for a short period between the Myrtleford RSL Hall and Standish St for the march
A detour will be in place for all vehicles, please follow the signs. Note: the detour is not suitable for vehicle exceeding 50 ton, these vehicles will be required to halt for approximately 1 hour during the service.
Note: The V/Line bus stops on Great Alpine Road will be temporarily moved to the corner of Albert and Elgin Sts, in front of the Old School Museum, for the duration of the closure.
BRIGHT
5.45am to approximately 6.45am
- Ireland Street closed at Barnard Street/ Camp Street intersection
- Ireland Street closed at the Cobden Street roundabout
- Burke Street closed at the roundabout (clock tower)
- Anderson Street closed at Wood Street intersection.
10.00am to approximately 12.00pm
- Ireland Street closed at Mafeking Square roundabout
- Ireland Street closed at the Cobden Street roundabout
- Bourke Street closed at the entry to the roundabout
- Anderson Street closed at Wood Street intersection
- Ireland Street closed at Poet’s Corner
10.30am to approximately 11.00am
- Bakers Gully Rd closed between Park Street and Cobden Street to allow for the commencement of the march
Note: The V/Line bus stop in Anderson St will be moved to Apex Park on Gavan St (opposite Woolworths) for the duration of the closure.
MOUNT BEAUTY
10.30am to approximately 11.45am
- Lakeside Ave will be closed between Kiewa Valley Highway and Kiewa Cres. A detour will be in place for all vehicles, please follow the signs.
- Park St will be closed for a short period between Kiewa and Tawonga Cres for the march
Note that this will also close Hollonds Street to through traffic. Any cars parked in Hollonds Street will be able to exit via Park Street after the march.
Road and Bridge Works
The Council has a regular schedule of road and bridge management works to ensure the Alpine Shire's vital infrastructure is maintained, along with many major road and bridge projects—Contact the Council's Asset Maintenance team for more information.
You can learn more about what is planned on the Regional Roads Victoria website at regionalroads.vic.gov.au or call the hotline at 133 778.