In short:
Drivers are being warned to expect delays of up to 30 minutes when major Point Cook Road closures begin from 6 August. The works include an overnight intersection closure, a long-term Princes Freeway entry ramp closure and multiple signed detours.
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Factor In An Additional 30 Minutes
Motorists are being urged to plan ahead, with delays of up to 30 minutes expected when major closures begin on Point Cook Road from Thursday night.
The Point Cook Road and Central Avenue intersection will close from 8pm on 6 August until 5am on 7 August as works continue on the Point Cook Road and Central Avenue Intersection Upgrade.
During the overnight closure, northbound traffic will be diverted via Dunnings Road and Palmers Road.
Southbound motorists will be detoured via Boardwalk Boulevard or Palmers Road, Dunnings Road and Point Cook Road, while traffic travelling towards Altona Meadows will be redirected via Railway Avenue, Newland Street and Central Avenue.
The Geelong-bound entry ramp from Point Cook Road onto the Princes Freeway will also close from 8pm on 6 August until 5am on 24 August.
Drivers heading towards the Princes Freeway will be detoured via Sneydes Road or Dunnings Road and Boardwalk Boulevard, or via Central Avenue, Point Cook Road, Dunnings Road and Boardwalk Boulevard.
The Point Cook Road bridge over the Princes Freeway will remain closed in both directions throughout the works, although pedestrian and cyclist access will continue to be maintained.
Lane closures, reduced speed limits and occasional footpath closures will also remain in place at times while construction continues.
Motorists are encouraged to allow extra travel time and follow signed detour routes.
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