Important strengthening works will soon begin on four bridges along the Princes Highway at Warragul and Drouin, improving access, efficiency and enhancing road safety along this key freight corridor (southeast of Melbourne).

Buln Buln Road Bridges in Drouin and King Street Bridges in Warragul will have their existing pile caps and pier crossheads strengthened, while new micro-piles will be added to existing underground piers.

The Albanese and Allan Labor Governments have each committed $22.37 million to strengthen multiple bridges as part of a wider $44.7 million Princes Highway Corridor Upgrades project.

As a vital link connecting the Gippsland region to Melbourne, the Princes Highway East is used by thousands of vehicles every day, commuting and transporting goods across the state.

Speed limit reductions and a possible detour to Buln Buln Road are likely to be in place at times to ensure drivers travel safely through the construction areas.

Please follow the directions of roadwork signage and traffic controllers and allow for additional time when travelling.

Visit the Transport Victoria website for more information and project updates: Bridge strengthening Drouin and Warragul - Transport Victoria.

Quotes attributable to Federal Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government Catherine King:

“These upgrades will support Victoria’s growing freight industry by boosting heavy vehicle capacity and connecting more goods to markets. 

“The works will strengthen the road network in the east of our state and make these roads safer for everyone who uses them.”

Quotes attributable to Victorian Minister for Roads and Road Safety Ros Spence:

“We’re securing the future of our roads and the wider Victorian freight network thanks to vital works along the Princes Highway.

“This important project not only strengthens our bridges but helps drive productivity in the Gippsland region and beyond.”

Quotes attributable to Senator for Victoria Jess Walsh: 

“The start of works on this major milestone will be welcome news for the thousands of travellers using this key corridor daily.

“Stronger bridges on the Princes Highway will deliver lasting benefits to producers, industries and communities in Gippsland by improving productivity and strengthening Victoria’s freight network.”

Quote attributable to State Member for Eastern Victoria Harriet Shing:

“These bridge upgrades will strengthen a key connection for our growing local communities, businesses and freight operators who rely on the Princes Highway every day.”