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Traffic delays in Bacchus Marsh

13/01/2026

Motorists are advised to plan ahead for minor delays as maintenance works are now underway on the Western Freeway at Bacchus Marsh Road, between Condons Lande, Darley and the Bacchus marsh-Western in and out ramps.

Works are being conducted around the clock until Friday 23 January.

Traffic will be affected by lane closures in multiple directions, with an altered speed of 40km/h and anticipated delays of up to five minutes.

Drivers are urged to take care while travelling through the Grampians (mid west) section and to allow extra time during peak periods.

For further information, contact the Department of Transport and Planning on 13 11 70.

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