27 October 2026

We’ve removed the Maddox Road and Champion Road level crossings to make Newport level crossing free – improving safety and creating more reliable travel times.

Major works on the passenger rail bridges over Maddox Road, pedestrian and cycling bridge over Champion Road and Akuna Drive link road are now complete. We’ve also opened 50 new car parking spaces on Park Crescent to support businesses and the local community.

What we’re doing

In November, we’ll continue with construction works including:

  • Landscaping throughout the project area, including works at AJ Fine Reserve
  • Finishing works for the walking and cycling paths along Railway Parade, and Maddox Road to Ross Road
  • Removing hardstand and reinstating areas around the rail corridor
  • Installing rail corridor fencing.

Landscaping works and AJ Fine Reserve

Landscaping works are progressing throughout the project area. From mid October, we’ll also begin building a new play space at AJ Fine Reserve, including:

  • Garden beds and landscaping.
  • Benches and nature play equipment.
  • A footpath to access these new facilities.

During this time, we’ll install temporary fencing within the reserve to safely carry out these works.

Changes to the way you travel

  • Champion Road footpath closed between Challis Street to Market Street until late November. Detour via Fowler Crescent.
  • Maddox Road restricted pedestrian access, one day in early November and one day in mid November. Traffic changes at off-peak times.

What to expect

  • Works from 7am until 7pm Monday to Saturday unless otherwise stated
  • Reduced speed limits and traffic management
  • Temporary impacts to footpaths and street parking
  • Some construction noise, vibration and dust.

If there are further impacts to you, we’ll be in touch with you directly.

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