Upgrade work starts on Bulmans Road

Published on 10 November 2023

Vital work to reduce congestion and improve safety on Bulmans Road will start on 13 November.

About 1.4km of Bulmans Road, between Westlake Drive and Centenary Avenue, will be sealed, widened and realigned, with new kerbs, underground drainage, median islands, on-street parking, and a shared pedestrian and cycle path.

Bulmans Road connects Harkness and Melton West with Melton, Woodgrove Shopping Centre and the Western Freeway as well as being home to two major local schools.

The upgrades on Bulmans Road will take place in stages and are expected to be completed by March 2025. Stage 1A, which starts on 13 November, is expected to be completed by end of January 2024.

During Stage 1A upgrades the southbound traffic lane on Bulmans Road will be closed and detours will be in place. Council has worked with nearby schools, childcare centres and community centres to reduce disruptions during drop off and pick up times.

Stay up to date with the Bulmans Road upgrades at conversations.melton.vic.gov.au/bulmansroad.

Quotes attributable to City of Melton Mayor Cr Kathy Majdlik

“We are working during the holiday period as much as possible to minimise the impact of traffic, but there will still be delays and we appreciate the community’s patience and understanding.’’

“These upgrades will make this a safer road for the whole community, whether they are driving, catching a bus, riding a bike or walking.’’

“This is one of our City’s most important roads and these essential upgrades will reduce congestion, boost traffic flow, improve safety and reduce travel times.”

“I thank motorists and pedestrians for their patience while this vital upgrade work is underway, and urge them to remain patient travelling through the area, both for their own safety and the safety of workers.’’