Swan Street Road Reconstruction
The Rural City of Wangaratta (RCoW) have engaged Wangaratta Excavations to undertake road reconstruction works on Swan Street, between Steane Street and the One Mile Creek bridge abutment.
Construction commenced on Wednesday 5 November with expected completion by 15 April 2026.
Traffic management will be in place to allow Residents access to properties during the period of works.
Variable Message Signs (VMS) will be in place providing notice of the upcoming road closures.
Project Overview:
- Road reconstruction works planned between Steane Street and One Mile Creek bridge abutment, Wangaratta.
- Works include installation of new drainage pipes and pits from One Mile Creek to Larkings Street and Muntz Street intersection along with drainage works on Cusack Street.
Drainage - Works Timeline:
- Drainage works to commence 5 November 2025 - 25 December 2025.
Road Reconstruction - Works Timeline:
- Road Excavation works to commence mid January 2026 - 15 April 2026.
Update on Schedule of Works (as of 16 December 2025):
90% of the drainage is now installed
- 18 Dec - 4 Jan: Swan Street and Larkings Street will remain closed to through traffic. Only local traffic and residents will be permitted access. The current condition of the road is such that it will not cope with heavy traffic. The closure will also alleviate further issues to local residents caused by loose stones and dust.
- 5 Jan - 15 April 2026: Second Phase of reconstruction begins, Swan Street and Larkings Street will be closed to traffic so that drainage works can recommence and footpath construction can occur on eastern side of Swan Street
- 15 Apr 2026: Project completion
Traffic Impacts:
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Throughout the duration of works Full Road closures will be implemented as required by the contractor from the Swan Street Bridge to Steane Street, no through traffic will be permitted at these times.
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Swan Street residents (between the Swan Street Bridge and Steane Street) will be required to access properties via Larkings Street, this access will be maintained throughout the works, with only minimal disruptions on certain days.
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When construction works allow Swan Street will be reopened to through traffic to minimise disruptions to the community.
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Signage and traffic controllers will guide residents through changed conditions.
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Pedestrians will be escorted through the worksite when required, but are advised to avoid the area if possible.
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Council will aim to minimise disruption to residents.
Waste Collection:
The below information only applies to residents who live in:
- Larkings Street from Muntz Street to Swan Street
- Swan Street between Steane Street and the Swan Street Bridge.
Waste Collection Instructions applicable from 10 November 2025 - 15 April 2026:
- Kerbside collection days remain unchanged.
- To assist contractors, please place bins out the morning before your usual collection day.
- During the works period (10 Nov 2025 – 15 Apr 2026), roads may open temporarily without notice.
- To avoid missed collections, we ask residents to consistently place bins out one day early throughout this period.
Bin Placement Schedule:
Place bins out by 10am Sunday morning for Monday 1 December & Monday 2 March 2026 collection.
Placing bins out early allows contractors to move them if construction blocks access for garbage trucks at 5:30am on collection day.
Stay Informed:
Updates will be provided to ensure minimal disruption to residents and businesses.
Further details will be shared on this page as the project progresses.
Location
Swan Street, Wangaratta 3677 View Map
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Swan Street ,
Wangaratta 3677
Swan Street ,
Wangaratta 3677
Swan Street Road Reconstruction