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Moroney Street stage 3A is complete.

Completion of stage 3a has seen the section of Moroney Street between Birchwood Court and Bredt Street receive a significant safety upgrade, and the construction of a new roundabout at the Bredt Street intersection.

The work included drainage improvements, new kerb and channel, construction of footpath connections between Bredt Street and Combay Street, and the Combay Street bus stop upgraded to meet standards for compliant connections.

This week, Whelans’ crew began the last stage of this project which includes safety improvements for road users and pedestrians between Bredt Street and Riley Street.

We anticipate this final stage to be completed in early December 2024 and thank the community for their patience during this period.

Additional photos are available in the photos tab: Moroney Street Upgrade - Photos

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The upgrade of Moroney Street has included upgrades to intersections, new underground drainage, kerb and channel, footpaths, parking lanes, the construction of a new roundabout and tree planting.

We have reached another significant milestone!

Whelans are set to commence construction of the last section, from Bredt Street to Riley Street.

The intersection of Bredt and Moroney Streets in Bairnsdale will remain closed until Friday 5 July 2024

Delays have been caused by wet weather and the need to relocate the gas service beneath the road pavement by a third party.

It is important to note that the further delay is not caused by the contractor, and residents have been notified directly.

Your patience is appreciated as we continue to achieve the best possible outcomes for our community.

The intersection of Bredt Street and Moroney Street in Bairnsdale will be closed from Monday 6 May 2024 to Friday 14 June 2024.

This temporary closure is required to ensure public safety is maintained and will help expediate the works. This extension period to the current temporary closure is required to ensure public safety and protect existing services during the construction of a new roundabout.

We apologise for any inconvenience which may be caused while we undertake these important road safety improvements. Should you have any queries, please do not hesitate to contact the Project Supervisor on 03 5153 9500.

Construction of Stage 3a is well under way.

Variable Message Signs and are being used to advise construction updates; these messages are continually updated to reflect current works and closures in place.

Please follow traffic management directions from the contractor to ensure safety for all.

ROAD CLOSURE NOTIFICATION

The Bredt Street and Moroney Street intersection will be temporarily closed from 6 May and reopening 31 May 2024 while the construction of a new roundabout is completed.

Advisory signage, such as detour signs, will be installed to advise motorists of the upcoming extended disruption in the area. Temporary centre island crossovers will also be installed at the end of Bredt Street to allow for local traffic and service vehicle movement.

Visitors to the area are asked to observe construction signage and any directions from the contractor during the works. East Gippsland Shire Council apologises for any inconvenience that may be caused.

Drainage works between Birchwood Court and Bredt Street are currently underway. The Moroney Street bus stop and new footpath connections between Bredt Street and Combay Street will follow.

Design for Moroney Street 3B (Bredt Street to Riley Street) is nearing completion.

Once the completed designs have been reviewed by council, tender for construction will be release. Further updates will be provided once the review process has been completed.

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Moroney Street - stage 3B - the section of Moroney Street between Bredt Street to Riley Street is in the final stage of design and is anticipated to go out for tender shortly.

Stage 3B includes the following activities:

• Construction of new kerb and channel
• Installation of new underground drainage pits and pipes
• Installation of new footpaths and pram crossings
• Installation of new line marking and signage
• Construction of new parking lanes
• Upgrades to the intersections
• New road seal and wearing course.

The contract for construction of Moroney Street stage-3A was awarded at the 28 November Council meeting.

The contractor Whelans Group Investments Pty Ltd is scheduled to take possession of site on 22 January 2024 to commence site survey and set out.

We anticipate construction to commence the following week on 29 January 2024.