UPDATE: The Great Western Hwy has now reopened in both directions on Victoria Pass with a reduced speed limit of 40km/h. Diversions have been lifted.
Is Great Western Highway open at Mount Victoria?
At Mount Victoria, the highway has also reopened westbound at Station Street.
Is the Great Western Highway over the Blue Mountains open?
The Great Western Highway has reopened in both directions between Yetholme and Castleregah Highway at Marangaroo (west of Lithgow).
Why was Mount Victoria Road closed?
Great Western Highway closed at Mount Victoria for emergency maintenance work on Thursday, 14 July. The NSW Government is funding essential maintenance work on the Great Western Highway at near Mount Victoria.
How do I find out about road closures in NSW?
To view conditions near state borders, go to Live Traffic NSW and use the ‘Interstate information’ filter. You can also check other state and territory websites: ACT.
Is Mt Vic tunnel closed?
Following the completion of the Stage 2 Upgrade on 24 June 2016, Mt Victoria Tunnel is now open 24 hours every day, apart from scheduled maintenance closures. The tunnel, which was carved by hand through rock nearly 85 years ago in 1930 and 1931, has been transformed to include 21st Century tunnel safety technologies.
Is the Gwydir Highway open 2022?
Gwydir Highway Works at Cangai to Bucks Creek 16 May – 29 November 2022.
Are roads to Blue Mountains closed?
Katoomba and Leura
Mt Hay Rd will be closed to all vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists from Monday 21st to Friday 25th November 2022 inclusive, for essential road maintenance. Fortress Canyon, Lockleys Pylon, Mount Hay and Butterbox Canyon will not be accessible. No access to the Grose Valley.
Is the Blue Mountains line running?
Mount Victoria is the terminus for most electric services, but some services terminate at Lithgow instead.
| Blue Mountains Line | |
|---|---|
| Status | In operation |
| Locale | Blue Mountains and Central West, New South Wales |
| First service | 1868 (as part of the Main Western Line) |
| Current operator(s) | NSW TrainLink |
Can you drive the Great North road?
It is called the Old Great North Road because it is the most intact section of the original road that remains undeveloped. The World Heritage-listed section of the Old Great North Road is about 7 kilometres long and lies within Dharug National Park. The road is closed to motor vehicles but can be walked.
Which roads are closed in Victoria?
Major road closures include:
Robinvale-Sea Lake Road, Manangatang. Murray Valley Highway between Piangil and Robinvale. Katamatite-Yarrawonga Road, Katamatite. Gundowring Road between Gundowring and Huon.
Is the Hume Highway open from Melbourne to Sydney today?
Is Hume Highway still open? Yes, it’s currently open.
How do I find road closures in Qld?
QLDTraffic app
QLDTraffic provides state-wide information on road conditions, including incidents and hazards, closures and restrictions, roadworks, special events and rest areas. You can also call 13 19 40 for updates and alerts.
Does Google Maps detect road closures?
Just remember, Google Maps is predicting traffic from past behavior and cannot predict accidents, road closures, or the usual unforeseen things we see on our commute.
Can I enter NSW by road?
Travelling to and from NSW
There are no restrictions for entering NSW, but it is recommended that you monitor closely for symptoms of COVID-19.
Is the highway open between Brisbane and Sydney?
All lanes of the M1 Pacific Motorway are now open between Tintenbar and the Queensland border.
Which tunnel in Boston is closing?
The Sumner Tunnel
During this time, traffic will be diverted through other routes. The Sumner Tunnel will be closed seven days a week from May 2023 to September 2023.
Why do people beep in Mt Vic tunnel?
Honking in the Mt Victoria tunnel is somewhat of a Wellington tradition – but one city councillor wants people to lay off the horn. According to legend, the tooting pays tribute to a teenager who was buried alive in the foundations while the tunnel was being built in 1931.
Can you walk through the Mt Vic tunnel?
Pedestrians and cyclists can travel between the CBD and the eastern suburbs on tracks over Mt Victoria, through Mt Victoria Tunnel or around the bays. Most use the more direct route through the tunnel.
Is the Gwydir Highway open today?
All lanes of the Gwydir Highway are now open. Traffic is normal in the area.
Is the highway open from Ballina to Grafton?
The Pacific Highway is currently open.