Investigation works to be carried out ahead of City improvements


Released 03/07/2018

Road users and pedestrians are advised that utility and geotechnical investigation work will be carried out on Northbourne Avenue between London Circuit and Alinga Street from tomorrow, Wednesday 4 July 2018.

These investigation works will inform design work for future improvements along the Northbourne Avenue corridor.

Location and timing of works

Investigation works will be carried out as day works from 9.30 am to 4 pm from Wednesday 4 July to Friday 6 July 2018 in both directions on Northbourne Avenue between London Circuit and Alinga Street.

Location and timing of road closures

Work will be carried out one carriageway at a time. One lane (the far left lane) and the on-road cycle path will be closed between London Circuit and Alinga Street whilst these works are carried out. Two lanes of traffic will be open in both directions at all times and there will be a temporary cycle lane in place.

Effects on traffic

  • Minor delays are expected.
  • Pedestrian access will be impacted and there will be detours in place.
  • Barriers, warning signs and directional signage will be erected to alert road users and pedestrians to the closures.
  • Road users and pedestrians are asked to be mindful of the changed traffic arrangements.

The ACT Government thanks everyone for their patience whilst this important work takes place.

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