We perform ongoing works all year round as part of scheduled maintenance, capital works and operational management of Council’s assets. Scheduled works are subject to change due to weather and other circumstances. If you have any enquiries please contact Council.

Current Ongoing works

Duck Park Footbridge, Swansea – Project Update
Construction
  • Start Date: 24 August 2026
  • Estimated End Date: 31 October 2026

The existing Duck Park Footbridge at the Esplanade, Swansea, will be removed during the last week of August 2026 to enable piling works for the new footbridge to commence.
Please note that there will be no pedestrian bridge access available until approximately mid-October 2026, subject to weather conditions. A signed detour route will be in place during this period.
Due to environmental constraints, piling works must be completed before the end of August. Fabrication and installation of the new bridge superstructure are expected to be completed by mid-October.
We appreciate the community’s patience and understanding while these important works are undertaken to deliver a new and improved footbridge.

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Bridge Replacement – 17 Acre Bridge on Wielangta Rd
Bridgeworks & Construction
  • Start Date: 21 September 2026
  • Estimated End Date: 30 October 2026

17 Acre bridge on Wielangta Rd, Orford replacement will be starting on 21st Sept 2026 weather dependent. Whilst these works are being undertaken this section of Wielangta Rd will be closed to all traffic.17 Acre bridge is located approx. 6klm from the Charles Street/Wielangta Road intersection. For traffic wishing to travel past this location, Rheban Road will be the detour route.

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Vicary Street Triabunna Upgrade – Next Stage
Construction, Roadworks
  • Hours: All day
  • Start Date: 24 September 2026
  • Estimated End Date: 31 October 2026

The next stage of the Vicary Street upgrade is underway, with construction of a new drivable roundabout at the intersection of Vicary Street and Charles Street commencing on Tuesday 20 October 2026.
Bulk civil works, including the roundabout, kerb and channel, footpaths and road sealing, are expected to be completed within the next four weeks.

Access to the Eastern End of Charles Street –
Following installation, the new roundabout will be closed to vehicles for approximately 10 days while the concrete cures and reaches its required strength.

Long vehicles –
Semi-trucks and vehicles towing large boats are encouraged to use the alternative routes provided to access the eastern end of Charles Street or travel to the Triabunna boat ramp. This will help avoid the intersection construction area.

Please refer to the attached alternative route map for long vehicles. https://assets.gsbc.tas.gov.au/uploads/2026/10/Long-Vehicles-Vicary-Street.png

Passenger and light vehicles
Passenger and light vehicles will still be able to access the eastern end of Charles Street via the Vicary Street and Charles Street intersection, subject to traffic control arrangements.

Motorists wishing to avoid the construction area can use the alternative routes shown in the attached map. https://assets.gsbc.tas.gov.au/uploads/2026/10/Light-Vehicles-.png

Please allow extra time for your journey and follow all traffic management signs and directions while works are underway.

We apologise for any inconvenience and thank the community for their patience while these improvements are completed.

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