From time to time, road works, projects, and events require the partial or complete closure of roads within Alpine Shire.
View our current and upcoming road closures and changes below.
Planned roadworks in Porepunkah and Bright
Road improvement works will be carried out at various times and locations across Porepunkah and Bright between October 2025 and March 2026.
What to expect
The works will include:
- Road stabilisation and patching
- Resealing
- Road upgrades
- Asphalting
While exact dates may vary due to weather conditions, every effort will be made to avoid peak traffic periods, including major events such as the Bright Rod Run and the Christmas holidays.
Notifications
Affected residents, business owners, and holiday accommodation providers will be notified closer to the commencement of works via:
- Direct letters
- Social media updates
- Local newspaper notices
We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we work to improve road safety and infrastructure in our region.
La Fiera
Saturday 16th May 2026 from 6am to approximately 8pm
- Great Alpine Road (Myrtle Street) closed between Standish and Clyde st intersections
- Clyde st closed between Standish and Queen st intersections (single lane only)
Please follow detours and allow for delays
- Please note a temporary V/line bus stop will be located at the corner of Albert and Elgin streets during this closure
La Fiera II Mercato Sunday Market
Sunday 17th May 2026 from 6am to approximately 3.30pm
Clyde st closed between Standish and Queen st intersections
Mount Beauty Running Festival
Saturday 16th May 2026
While there will be no road closures, traffic crossings will be in place to ensure participant safety at the following locations:
- Embankment Drive (near AGL)
- Bogong High Plains Road (between the Mountain Bike Park and the Golf Course)
Marshalls in place and slowed traffic conditions.
There will be an increased number of runners using local footpaths and trails throughout the event. The following areas will be impacted:
- Pondage Footpath
- Pebble Beach Trail
- Mermaid Beach Trail
- Mount Beauty Mountain Bike Park Aqueduct
- Steps to the Gorge from the Tail Race
Alpine Cycling Club Gravity Enduro
Saturday 17 and Sunday 17 May 2026
Traffic will be slowed along Coronation Avenue for the safety of event participants and pedestrians.
Bright Make it Bake it Grow it Monthly Market
6am – 1.30pm every 3rd Saturday of the month
The Howitt Park Soundshell car park will be closed to allow for the safe staging of the monthly market.
Other road closures
All up-to-date road closures can be found by visiting VicRoads.
Emergencies can quickly result in the closure of roads – before you travel, ensure your route is clear. Use multiple sources to stay informed:
- VicEmergency website
- VicEmergency Hotline – freecall 1800 226 226
- VicEmergency app – download from Apple Store or Google Play
- VicEmergency social media – Facebook, Instagram, and X
- Radio stations – 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
Road and bridge works
We have a regular schedule of road and bridge management works to ensure the vital infrastructure in Alpine Shire is maintained, along with many major road and bridge projects.
Learn more about planned works by visiting Regional Roads Victoria or calling the RRV Hotline at 133 778 from Monday to Friday between 8am to 6pm.