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Urban design plan approved for Melbourne’s Eastern Freeway upgrades
Victoria has approved the urban design plan for Eastern Freeway upgrades between Hoddle Street and Burke Road in Melbourne. The project will add freeway capacity, bus lanes, traffic-management technology and walking and cycling connections.
Rail crossing safety upgrades begin in Victoria
ARTC is upgrading four passive rail crossings in Victoria’s Ararat region with stop signs, warning signs, line marking and vegetation clearing. The changes will require motorists to stop and check for trains, improving safety on the Maroona-Portland freight corridor.
Construction starts on flood-resilient Stoney Creek Bridge replacement
Construction has started on a $6.5 million replacement for Stoney Creek Bridge on Pembrooke Road, Wauchope. The two-lane concrete bridge will replace a flood-damaged temporary crossing and is expected to improve safety and resilience by March 2027.
Transport truck damages Ontario railway bridge; driver faces charges
A transport truck struck a height-restricted railway bridge in Oxford County, Ontario, damaging the vehicle and closing the bridge for several hours. The bridge and road reopened after CN and ministry inspections; the driver faces careless-driving and signage charges.
Australia pilots digital portal to reduce underground utility strikes
The BYDA Digital Utility Portal, developed through Transport Australia’s Fellowship Program, is being piloted on major infrastructure projects in Brisbane, Western Sydney and Perth. It centralises underground utility data to improve planning, safety and productivity and could save about A$22 million annually.
Barrier Highway upgrades improve freight access and road safety
Works on South Australia’s Barrier Highway are progressing, including culvert, intersection and rest-area upgrades. The $62.5 million programme is designed to improve safety, fatigue management and freight efficiency for heavy vehicles along the corridor.
Preferred bridge replacement option selected for Australia’s Hume Highway
A new bridge on the existing alignment has been identified as the preferred option to replace the ageing northbound Sheahan Bridge on Australia’s Hume Highway. The project is intended to accommodate larger freight vehicles and improve safety, reliability and traffic flow.
Coffs Harbour Pacific Highway section to be renamed Solitary Islands Way
A section of the Pacific Highway through Coffs Harbour will be renamed Solitary Islands Way when the $2.2bn bypass opens. The bypass is expected to remove 12,500 vehicles from the CBD and improve freight efficiency and road safety.
Melbourne’s North East Link tunnels move to fit-out after excavation completes
Tunnelling has been completed on Melbourne’s North East Link, with the twin 6.5km tunnels now moving into fit-out ahead of the planned 2028 opening. The project is expected to remove up to 15,000 trucks from local roads daily.
Gordie Howe bridge opens to improve Canada-US freight flows
The Gordie Howe International Bridge between Ontario and Michigan has opened, adding direct freeway links, expanded customs capacity and advanced imaging technology. The crossing is expected to save commercial carriers about 850,000 hours annually.
Gordie Howe bridge set to open, adding Detroit–Windsor truck crossing
The Gordie Howe International Bridge between Detroit and Windsor is scheduled to open on 27 July, adding a six-lane commercial crossing with new customs facilities, direct freeway links and tolling infrastructure to the busiest US–Canada truck gateway.
Ammann showcases sustainable, automated asphalt plant in Taiwan
Ammann has showcased YongLi Group’s upgraded Tainan Syuejia asphalt plant in Taiwan as a model for more sustainable, automated road-material production. The project combines AI-enabled systems, patented equipment and environmental design features, with potential relevance to infrastructure development across Asia.
Procurement begins for Queensland’s 8.5km Tiaro Bypass
Procurement has begun for the 8.5km Tiaro Bypass in Queensland, a jointly funded Bruce Highway upgrade designed to improve safety, flood resilience and traffic flow. Construction timings will be confirmed after a contractor is appointed.
Canada cancels joint bridge opening celebration after US tariff threats
Canada has cancelled a joint celebration for the Gordie Howe International Bridge after new US tariff threats. The Ontario-Michigan crossing remains scheduled to open next Monday under a 15-year agreement covering toll-revenue sharing.
Work begins on $50m restoration of Victoria’s San Remo Bridge
Restoration work has begun on Victoria’s $50 million San Remo Bridge, connecting the mainland with Phillip Island. The bridge will remain open during construction, although a temporary 62.5-tonne heavy-vehicle limit will apply from 3 August until late 2026.
Ballan Road upgrade’s Shop to the Top campaign enters final fortnight
The Ballan Road Intersection Upgrade’s Shop to the Top campaign enters its final fortnight, supporting Wyndham Vale businesses and schools while construction continues. McGrath Road south and Greens Road remain closed until early 2027 as the southern intersection works progress.
UK road regulator flags delivery risks for National Highways’ £8.4bn RIS3
The UK road regulator says National Highways met most interim targets but underprepared for RIS3, including major renewals and concrete-road schemes. The £8.4bn five-year programme carries increased delivery risk, requiring stronger planning, controls and governance.
Castlereagh Highway upgrade completed near Walgett
A $4.25 million upgrade of 5.42 kilometres of the Castlereagh Highway near Walgett, New South Wales, has widened sections, rehabilitated pavement and restored the speed limit to 110km/h.
A$70m Adelaide intersection upgrade to start early works
A more than A$70 million upgrade of Adelaide’s Richmond Road, Railway Terrace and Croydon Road intersection will add lanes, cycling and pedestrian facilities, signals, lighting and drainage. Early works start this month, with main construction scheduled for 2027-28.
Melton station to open in September after level-crossing works
Melton’s new accessible station will open in September after works remove three level crossings and add elevated rail bridges. The project will increase peak capacity by 50% and includes road, bus-interchange and future electrification provisions.
Commercial truck restrictions introduced in Caledon, Ontario
Commercial truck restrictions have begun in Caledon, Ontario, supporting bridge and sewer construction in Caledon East and a one-year pilot addressing truck traffic, noise and safety concerns in Alton.
Muswellbrook Bypass project advances to major works
Early works have progressed on the $381 million Muswellbrook Bypass, a refined design has been finalised and federal and New South Wales governments have committed funding, with major construction expected to begin in 2027.
Ferris Road bridge opens in Melton; level crossing removed
The Ferris Road bridge in Melton has opened, removing a level crossing and improving safety and reliability. Vintage cars have been among the first users, and Melton has been confirmed as level crossing free in September.
Texas opens first mechanical runaway-truck arresting system
Texas has opened the state’s first mechanical runaway-truck arresting system on El Paso’s Loop 375. Eight energy-absorbing net stations can stop a 90,000-pound truck travelling at 90 mph, strengthening safety provision on the route.
Herrenknecht chosen to build Lower Thames Crossing TBM
National Highways has selected Herrenknecht to build a 16.4m-diameter TBM for the Lower Thames Crossing, which Bouygues Travaux Publics Murphy JV has contracted to operate; the machine has been scheduled for delivery in 2028 to construct dual 2.6-mile road tunnels.
Dandenong underpass to open in late September
Construction teams have progressed major works on Dandenong's Webster Street underpass, which has been scheduled to open in late September, and has been designed to provide a direct road link and 5.4m rail bridge clearance to ease congestion.
Safety upgrades and speed changes on Bells Line of Road
Transport for NSW has completed safety upgrades and revised speed limits on Bells Line of Road under planning for a $100m federal road‑safety programme, introducing lower limits, improved signage and gateway treatments to enhance consistency and safety.
Mordialloc Station precinct works continue with road upgrades
Works continue on the Mordialloc Station precinct, including heritage restoration, landscaping, road resurfacing, new parking spaces and road changes near Aspendale. The project is expected to continue until the end of 2026.
South Australian road network records major safety improvement
More than 3,000km of South Australia’s regional roads have received improved safety ratings since 2014, supported by government-funded upgrades and programmes. The latest AusRAP results will inform future road-safety investment.
Ferris Road bridge in Melton nears completion
Construction crews have been finalising the Ferris Road bridge in Melton; the level crossing has been set for removal later this month and the bridge has been scheduled to open on 15 July to serve over 16,000 daily vehicles.
Swarco acquires UK road-marking firm Hi-Way Services
Austrian traffic technology group Swarco has acquired UK road-marking and high-friction-surfacing specialist Hi-Way Services. The completed deal expands Swarco’s UK operations, with Hi-Way’s managing director continuing to lead the business.
National Highways alliance unveils AI tools and digital twins for roads
National Highways, Cambridge University and industry partners have developed AI pavement assessment, digital-twin and flood-resilience tools for England’s road network, aiming to identify defects earlier, improve maintenance planning and support lower-carbon construction.
Australia funds planning for M1 Pacific Motorway upgrades
The Australian and New South Wales governments will each provide A$15 million to plan upgrades between Tweed Heads and Byron Bay, including traffic modelling, designs and economic analysis for intersections, freight and public transport improvements.
Snowy Mountains Highway safety upgrade completed
A $9 million upgrade of the Snowy Mountains Highway near Adelong, New South Wales, has been completed, adding wider lanes, improved sight lines, safety barriers and rumble strips to reduce crash risks.
Ballan Road intersection upgrade enters next construction stage
Construction has moved to the southern half of the Ballan, McGrath and Greens roads intersection upgrade in Wyndham Vale, with traffic changes in place to improve flow, reliability and safety.
Virginia suspends highway lane closures for Fourth of July travel
Virginia’s transport department will suspend highway work zones and temporary lane closures across major roads from 2–6 July 2026, while promoting travel alerts and alternative routes for expected holiday traffic.
Geofabrics releases verified environmental declarations for road drainage products
Geofabrics Australasia has released independently verified Environmental Product Declarations for its Megaflo Green drain pipe and Bidim Green geotextile, documenting their environmental footprints and recycled content. Both products are manufactured in Albury, Australia.
Contractor appointed for Great Western Highway crossing project
The NSW Government has appointed Seymour Whyte to build a new crossing at Mitchells Causeway, supporting the Great Western Highway’s reopening at Victoria Pass in 2027 and future traffic capacity. A further A$20 million will support affected businesses.
Inland Rail platforms to reduce level-crossing delays in Junee
Two driver-change platforms built near Junee, Australia, as part of the Inland Rail project will move train crew changes away from the Olympic Highway crossing, reducing delays for motorists, pedestrians and heavy vehicles.
Point Cook Road bridge closed for intersection upgrade
Construction has ramped up at Point Cook Road and Central Avenue, and the Point Cook Road bridge has been closed to vehicles until mid‑September to enable widening, a new outbound freeway exit ramp and related structural and pedestrian works.
Bruce Highway and Buxton Road intersection upgrade
A $12.5 million upgrade to the Bruce Highway and Buxton Road intersection at Isis River has been announced to add dedicated turn lanes, improve safety and freight efficiency and has been jointly funded under the $1bn Bruce Highway Safety Package.
Queensland budget increases infrastructure funding but leaves road scheme capped
Queensland’s 2026 State Budget doubles the Residential Activation Fund but keeps the Transport Infrastructure Development Scheme capped at A$76 million annually, prompting councils to warn of growing road-maintenance funding shortfalls.
Queensland $119bn capital program to use Australian steel
The Australian Steel Institute has welcomed Queensland's 2026–27 Budget, which has included a $119 billion capital program and a $55 billion transport investment, and has highlighted the infrastructure pipeline and has called for streamlined procurement and collaboration.
Durban port plan calls for integrated freight and road infrastructure investment
An analysis calls for long-term modernisation of Durban’s port, including upgraded container facilities and a freeway-standard access corridor linking the port with inland freight routes.
EU opens €1.1bn call for transport infrastructure projects
The European Commission has launched a €1.1 billion 2026 Connecting Europe Facility call to modernise TEN-T infrastructure, with funding for rail, waterways, military mobility, road-haulage electrification, port charging infrastructure and road-transport digitalisation across the EU, Ukraine and Moldova.
Traffic switch advances Ballan Road intersection upgrade in Wyndham Vale
A traffic switch is advancing construction on the Ballan Road, McGrath Road and Greens Road intersection upgrade in Wyndham Vale. Closures and detours will run from 18 to 22 June, with lane changes and access restrictions continuing until early 2027.
Council agreement advances stronger EU military mobility framework
The European Commission welcomed Council support for a military mobility framework covering cross-border movement authorisations, resilient dual-use transport infrastructure and secure access to transport assets. The proposal will proceed towards European Parliament consideration and trilogue negotiations.
Castlereagh Highway - Warren Road intersection upgrade
Works have been scheduled to upgrade the Castlereagh Highway–Warren Road intersection south of Coonamble, including a dedicated right‑turn lane, carriageway widening and culvert repairs; construction has been contracted to Coonamble Shire Council and has been timed for June–August 2026.
NSW installs green reflector sites on freight routes
The NSW Government has installed ten green reflector sites along Golden and New England Highways and has funded the rollout through an $11.9 million Heavy Vehicle Rest Stop Minor Works Programme to improve truck rest area visibility and fatigue management.