Roads, Laneways, Car Parks and Pathways | Renewal Programs
- Project scheduleSeptember 2025 to April 2026
Last reviewed: 02/10/2025
Stay Informed About Local Roads
We’re committed to keeping our community informed about upcoming and ongoing road projects across the Town of Cambridge. Here’s how you can stay up to date:
Advance Notifications: Local Residents receive mailed notices ahead of scheduled works in their area.
Interactive Road Works Map: Explore current and planned projects using our interactive map.
Online Notifications: View digital copies of resident notifications under the ‘Related Information’ section at the top right of this page.
Variable Message Boards: For roads with high traffic volumes, electronic signage may be installed to provide advance notice of works.
For further details, please refer to the contact details located at the top right of this page.
Road Rehabilitation Program
Maintaining the integrity of our roads is essential for safety, comfort, and long-term value. Through our Road Rehabilitation Program, we ensure that the Town’s 190 km network of sealed roads and laneways continues to meet the needs of our community.
Why Road Rehabilitation Matters
Well-maintained roads:
- Reduce wear on vehicles
- Minimise traffic disruptions
- Enhance safety for all users
- Lower long-term maintenance costs
This program is part of our broader commitment to infrastructure quality. If you're nearby, you may experience temporary disruptions, but also smoother roads ahead.
Funding is provided by the Town, Federal and State Governments under the State funding program.
Assessment Process
Each project begins with a thorough pavement investigation, including:
- Surface distress analysis: cracking, rutting, patching, and depressions
- Traffic load assessment
- Review of resurfacing/rehabilitation history
This ensures we select the most appropriate treatment for each road section.
Rehabilitation Methods
1. Resurfacing
Used when the underlying structure is sound and expected to last another 20+ years.
Process:
- Remove top asphalt layer
- Apply a new asphalt surface Analogy: Like replacing the carpet on a sturdy floor
2. Road Reconstruction/Pavement Rehabilitation
Needed when deeper structural issues are found.
Process:
- In-situ stabilization to rebuild the pavement’s foundation
- Designed to extend service life and prevent early failure
Maintenance Guidelines
We target roads based on age and condition. Here's the general resurfacing schedule:
| Road Category |
Interval |
| Lanes & Paths |
30-35 Years |
| Access Roads |
30 Years |
| Local Distributor Roads |
25 Years |
| District Distributor B |
20 Years |
| District Distributor A |
15 Years |
These are adjusted based on real-time inspections of each road section
Annual Goals
Reconstruction Program
Lake Monger Dr (Kimberley St to St Leonards Av east & westbound) and Gregory St to St Vincents Av east & westbound)
- Scheduled: 6 to 9, 13 to 17 and 28 to 30 October 2025
- Road Closures and Detours: Please refer to the section below for more details on current road closures and detour routes.
Cambridge St (Station St to Gregory St westbound)
Nightworks
We wish to inform residents that work at the above location will be taking place at night. These works are necessary to ensure long-term improvements to local infrastructure; however, they may result in increased noise levels during nighttime hours. We understand this may cause disruption to sleep and impact general living standards, and we sincerely appreciate your patience and understanding during this time. Where possible, we are taking steps to minimise disturbances, and we’ll keep you updated with any changes to the schedule.
Asphalt Resurfacing Program
Roads
- Hovea Cr - (Kingsland to Dampier Av) -Scheduled 13 to 15 October 2025
- Grovedale Rd (Alderbury to Salvado) - Scheduled 13 to 14 November 2025
- Marlow Street - (Cambridge St to Herdsman Pd) - 18 October, 19 to 21 and 24 to 25 November 2025
- Highbury St - (Bournville St to Seymour Av) -16 March 2025 and 21 April 2025
- Malton Pl - (Pandora to End) - 22 April 2025 and 25 May 2025
- Chandler Av West - (Ulster Rd to Clanmel Rd) -22 to 30 September and 8 October 2025
- Johnson St - (Herdsman Pd to Harborne St) - 3 to 5 November 2025
- Joseph St - (Cambridge St to Ruislip St) - 7 and 10 November 2025
Laneways
- Dargin Lane - 4 to 5 December 2025
- Logan Lane - 16 and 19 to 21 January 2026
Paths
- Boscombe Av (Torr Pl to Frinton Av) - 4 to 5 February 2026
- Helston Park (Frinton Av to West Coast Highway) - 4 to 5 February 2026
Footpath Replacement Program
- 71 Simper Street - Scheduled 15 and 17 October
What to Expect During Work
Local residents will receive notification about the upcoming works 1–2 weeks before they begin. The letter will provide an overview of the works, including key dates and times, and outline any specific impacts. Due to the nature of the work, sections of the road may be left unsealed and open to traffic at various times, which may lead to increased dust and noise in the immediate area. While this is unavoidable, measures will be implemented to minimise the impact. Speed reductions and detours will be in effect for the duration of the works.
Road Closures and Detours
Notifications about road closures, including specific times, will be posted on this page once the schedule is confirmed. General asphalt resurfacing works are expected to be completed within two to three days. All affected residents will receive direct notifications at least two weeks prior to the start of the work.
Chandler Av West
- Closed (local traffic only) from Ulster Road to Clanmel Road to facilitate kerb works. 7am to 5pm, 22 to 30 September 2025 and 8 October 2025
Cambridge St
Station Street to Gregory Street
- Westbound lanes closed, 8pm to 5am, 12 and 19 October 2025. Detour - South on McCourt Street, West onto Salvado Road, North on Harborne Street.
Lake Monger Dr
Kimberley Street to St Leonards Avenue
- Westbound lanes closed, 8pm to 5am, 6, 7 and 28 October 2025. Detour – South on Southport Street, West on Cambridge Street, North on Harborne Street.
- Eastbound lanes closed, 8pm to 5am, 8, 9, 29 and 30 October 2025. Detour – South on Harborne Street, East on Cambridge Street, North on Southport Street.
St Vincents Avenue to Gregory Street
- Westbound lanes closed 8pm to 5am, 13 and 15 October 2025. Detour - South on Kimberley Street, West on Cambridge Street, North on Harborne Street.
- Eastbound lanes closed, 8pm to 5am, 14 and 16 October 2025. Detour - South on Harborne Street, East on Cambridge Street, North on Northwood Street, East on Vincent Street West, North on Kimberley Street.
Hovea Crescent
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Closed (local traffic only) Kingsland Crescent to Dampier Avenue 7am to 5pm, 13 to 15 October 2025. Detours –
Northbound via Hesperia Avenue, Lowanna Way and Dampier Avenue. Southbound traffic via Boronia Crescent.
Johnson and Rason Street's
- Closed (local traffic only) Herdsman Parade to Harborne Street. 7am to 5pm, 27 October, 3 and 5 November 2025. Detours - Northbound traffic via Dodd Street. Southbound traffic via Granthan, Street and Pangbourne Street.
Joseph Street
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Closed (local traffic only) Cambridge Street to Ruislip Street 7am to 5pm, 7 and 10 November 2025. Detours – Westbound traffic via Gregory Street, Barrett Street and Connolly Street. Eastbound traffic via McCourt Street.
Grovedale Road
Dargin Lane
Logan Lane
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