We're upgrading the Eastern Freeway with new express lanes, new traffic management technology, Melbourne's first express busway and a seamless connection to North East Link.

What we're doing

During the 7-10 November Eastern Freeway closure, we were unable to complete critical works along the freeway due to heavy rain.

To ensure works can progress in early 2026 to build overhead connections into the North East Link tunnels in Bulleen, we need to close the Eastern Freeway in both directions between Bulleen and Doncaster roads from 7pm Saturday 6 December to 5am Monday 8 December.

While the freeway is closed, we'll work to:

• move safety barriers
• place asphalt on the freeway
• apply new line marking
• install drainage between Bulleen Road and Doncaster Road
• complete utility works on the freeway
• remove the existing barriers on the east side of the Bulleen Road bridge.

Significant delays are expected during peak travel times. We encourage motorists to avoid the area during the closure, seek alternative routes and allow extra time when planning their journey.

Where and when

24-hour works

Between Bulleen and Doncaster roads from 7pm Saturday 6 December to 5am Monday 8 December.

Please note that these dates and times are subject to change. Should inclement weather impact these works, they'll be rescheduled, and the community will be notified.

What to expect

Eastern Freeway closure between Bulleen Road and Doncaster Road in both directions.

Delays of up to 90 minutes are expected, particularly during midday peak on Sunday.

During works, the following freeway entry ramps will be closed to help ease traffic congestion:

• Chandler Highway Ringwood-bound
• Elgar Road citybound
• Middleborough Road citybound
• Blackburn Road citybound
• Springvale Road citybound.

No parking or stopping allowed along Doncaster Road between Greythorn and Burke roads and at the intersection of Doncaster and Burke roads.

Right-turn bans in place at key intersections on Doncaster Road to help ease traffic congestion:

• Thompsons Road into Manningham Road
• Manningham Road into High Street
• Doncaster Road into Elgar Road
• Doncaster Road into Tram Road.

Bus routes 906, 907, and 908 will be affected by temporary stop closures and detoured routes during the closure.

Construction vehicles, machinery, equipment and workers in the area.

Directional lighting used while working at night to reduce light spill.

Medium levels of noise, dust and vibration from machinery and equipment.

Keeping in touch

We’ll be out talking to nearby residents about these works in more detail, including changes to traffic conditions, access restrictions and how we'll be managing any local impacts. If you have any questions now, please contact the 24/7 Contact Centre on 1800 105 105.

Schedule is subject to change. Visit our disruptions map for schedule changes. For more information call 1800 105 105 or visit the Hub at 284 Doncaster Road, Balwyn North 3104.