From time to time, road works, projects, and events require the partial or complete closure of roads within the Alpine Shire.
Current and upcoming road closures and changes
Bright Christmas Market
Friday 6th December, 12pm - 10pm
Burke Street carpark will be closed from 12pm to 10pm to allow for the safe staging of the event.
Bright Make it Bake it Grow it Monthly Market
6am – 1.30pm every 3rd Saturday of the month.
The Howitt Park Soundshell car park will be closed to allow for the safe staging of the monthly market.
Bright Rotary Twilight Market
11am - 9.30pm, Thursday 2nd January
Howitt Lane, Soundshell carpark and Howitt Park car park (behind Bright Brewery) will be closed to traffic to allow for the safe staging of the event.
Riverside Avenue will remain accessible for local traffic only (accessible via Star Road only).
Dargo High Plains Road
The Dargo High Plains Road has now reopened for the summer season and will remain open until May/June 2025, weather depending.
Please rely on VicTraffic for the latest details and to plan your trip.
Road closures
All up-to-date road closures can be found by visiting VicRoads.
Emergencies can quickly result in the closure of roads – before you travel, ensure your route is clear. Use multiple sources to stay informed:
- VicEmergency website
- VicEmergency Hotline – freecall 1800 226 226
- VicEmergency app – download from Apple Store or Google Play
- VicEmergency social media – Facebook, Instagram, and X
- Radio stations – tune in to ABC local radio, commercial and designated community radio stations, or Sky News TV
- A full list of Official Emergency Broadcasters is available online at VicEmergency
Road and bridge works
We have a regular schedule of road and bridge management works to ensure the vital infrastructure in the Alpine Shire is maintained, along with many major road and bridge projects.
Learn more about planned works by visiting Regional Roads Victoria or calling the RRV Hotline at 133 778 from Monday to Friday between 8am to 6pm.