The City of Greater Bendigo, as part of its capital works program, is undertaking reconstruction works on a section of Mitchell Street, Axedale, from the High Street / McIvor Highway intersection to 120 metres south of Eddington Street / Raglan Place East.
City of Greater Bendigo Manager Works Brett Martini said the works will require a full road closure starting Tuesday January 27, which is expected to take approximately eight weeks depending on weather conditions.
"The works will include installation of new stormwater drainage pipes, construction of new kerb and channel, traffic island alterations, road pavement renewal and footpath upgrades," Mr Martini said.
"Traffic management measures will be in place during construction. Roads may be closed and traffic diverted while works are underway. Pedestrian traffic will be redirected during concrete footpath construction to ensure safety.
"All reasonable steps will be taken to limit disruptions as much as possible, and access to properties for residents will be maintained throughout the works.
"Considerable planning has gone into this project to ensure traffic continues to operate safely and make sure any inconvenience is kept to a minimum.
"The City asks motorists and pedestrians to observe all signage and detours around the works area and apologises for any inconvenience the works may cause."
During construction, the following traffic arrangements will apply at various times throughout the project:
- Single lane closures will be in place for most of the project during weekday working hours between 7am and 5pm, with possible traffic restrictions on Saturdays between 9am and 5pm, should the need arise
- A full road closure of a section of Mitchell Street will be required for an eight-week period starting January 27, 2026. Detours will take place as follows:
- Heavy vehicles will be detoured via Bendigo-Redesdale Road (Strathfieldsaye Road), Longlea Lane and McIvor Highway
- Light vehicles will be detoured via Shadforth Street, Raglan Place East, and William Street
Construction work and noise will be restricted between 7am and 5pm on weekdays and 9am and 5pm on Saturdays only.
