8 April 2026

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

Throughout April and May, we'll continue building the Ringwood side of the Doncaster Road bridge, the walking and cycling underpass and the express busway connecting directly to an upgraded Doncaster Park and Ride.

By mid 2026 you'll start to see the new bridge take shape as the structural beams arrive on site for installation.

These beams will form the base of the new bridge, which will then be reinforced with bridge flooring, followed by concrete pours and asphalt for the new road surface.

We'll be working in several areas around the Doncaster Road interchange and this provides a lookahead to the upcoming work activities you can expect.

In the freeway centre median near Doncaster Road bridge

We’ll work day and night to build the foundations for the Ringwood side of the Doncaster Road bridge.

Works will include:

  • earthworks
  • concrete works and pours.

Between the citybound freeway lanes and exit ramp

We’ll work day and night to build the foundations for the Doncaster Road bridge. We’ll also begin works on the underpass that will connect walkers and cyclists to the Koonung Creek Trail.

Works will include:

  • piling
  • demolishing old bridge elements
  • concrete works and pours
  • earthworks and drainage
  • installation of retaining walls and concrete barriers.

Near the Ringwood-bound exit ramp

During April and May, we’ll work in this area to continue building the express busway, which will connect directly to the new Doncaster Park and Ride.

Works will include:

  • installation of concrete barriers
  • earthworks and drainage
  • removal of temporary barriers on the ramp
  • asphalting and pavement construction.

Between the Ringwood-bound freeway lanes and entry ramp at Doncaster Park and Ride

We’ll work on the foundations of the Doncaster Road bridge and retaining walls.

Works will include:

  • piling
  • concrete works and pours
  • earthworks and drainage
  • installation of retaining walls and concrete barriers.

Doncaster worksite near Gardenia Road and the city-bound entry ramp

  • Concrete works and pours
  • Earthworks and drainage
  • Installation of retaining walls and concrete barriers

Doncaster Road

  • Drainage and utilities
  • Installation of on-road technology

Doncaster Park and Ride

Our site at Doncaster Park and Ride will be built during the day, with some extended hours required until 10pm on occasion.

What to expect

  • Construction vehicles, machinery and workers in the area
  • Medium to high levels of noise, dust and vibration from machinery and equipment
  • Site access and deliveries via the Eastern Freeway
  • Lane closures at times along the Eastern Freeway, Doncaster Road and Elgar Road

Managing impacts

  • Monitoring noise, dust and vibration levels with real time monitoring, when required
  • Preventing dust and water runoff using regular water carts and street sweepers
  • Completing noisier works earlier in the night or using particular machinery to reduce noise where possible
  • Use of directional lighting when working at night

We're here to help

We understand that construction in your local area can be challenging.

Call 1800 105 105 anytime or visit the Project Information Centre at 284 Doncaster Road, Balwyn North, Tuesday to Thursday, 9am to 3pm.

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.

Download works notice

Doncaster Road Interchange Lookahead - April and May (PDF 429.6 KB)

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