Road Closures & Changes

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.

Anzac Day 2026

The following roads will be closed for short periods of time to allow the safe staging of the Anzac Day Services across the shire.  

Saturday 25 April 2026 

BRIGHT 

5.45am to approximately 6.45am 

• Ireland St closed at Barnard St/ Camp St intersection 
• Ireland St closed at the Cobden St roundabout 
• Burke St closed at the roundabout (clock tower) 
• Anderson St closed at Wood St intersection. 

10.00am to approximately 12.30pm  

• Ireland St closed at Mafeking Square roundabout 
• Ireland St closed at the Cobden St roundabout 
• Bourke St closed at the entry to the roundabout 
• Anderson St closed at Wood St intersection 

10.30am to approximately 11.00am  

• Bakers Gully Rd closed between Park St and Cobden St 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.  

MYRTLEFORD 

10.00am to approximately 12.30pm 

• Clyde St closed between Queen St and Great Alpine Road 

10.30am to approximately 12.30pm 

• Great Alpine Road closed between Standish St and Albert St / Lewis Ave 
• Clyde St closed between Standish St and Queen St  
• 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 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.  

MOUNT BEAUTY 

10.30am to approximately 12pm 

• Lakeside Ave 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 St to through traffic. Any cars parked in Hollonds St will be able to exit via Park Street after the march. 

Bright Fun Run - Trail Fest 2026

Sunday 26 April 2026 from 6am to approximately 12.30pm

Speed reductions will be in place on Deacon Ave and Zivan Court, Bright, to ensure the safety of participants. 

There will be an increased number of pedestrians on the roadside during these hours. Please drive with caution.

Bright Autumn Festival Gala Day Parade and Market 

4pm Friday 1 May to 4pm Saturday 2 May 2026 - V/line Bus Stop

The V/line bus stop in Anderson St will be moved to Apex Park on Gavan Street (opposite Woolworths) for the duration of the closure.

Saturday 2 May 2026

7.00am to approx. 4.00pm Bright Rotary Markets

• Ireland St will be closed between Railway/Cobden St and Anderson St 
• Barnard St closed
• Camp St closed between Barnard and Wills Sts

1.00pm to approx. 3.30pm Gala Day Parade

Porepunkah

• Back Porepunkah Road Closed at Station St/Service St at the roundabout (local traffic excepted)
• Access Bright via Great Alpine Road only

Bright

In addition to the above closures for the markets:

• Great Alpine Road (Gavan St) closed between Anderson St and Mountbatten Ave including access to Star Rd, Howitt Ln, Barnard St and Camp St
• Park Street closed between Deacon Avenue and Bakers Gully Rd
• Bakers Gully Road closed between Park Street and Railway/Cobden St roundabout
• Mill Road closed between Kilfinan Crs and Railway Avenue
• Star Road closed between Riverside Ave and Great Alpine Rd (Gavan St)
• Mountbatten Avenue closed between Great Alpine Rd and Rotary Slide Car Park

Detour at Hawthorn Lane/Churchill Avenue, to Cobden and Station Street – expect delays.

Wandi Cross

Saturday 16th May 2026

7.30am - 8.30am - Runners crossing the road at Morses Creek Rd and Smithy Lane. 

9.30am - 11.30am - Runners crossing the road at Morses Creek Road & Kaighins Lane. 

Marshalls in place and slowed traffic conditions.

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 (single lane only)

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.