Newport will be boom gate free with the level crossings at Maddox and Champion roads in Newport gone for good in 2026.

We’re building rail bridges over Maddox Road and closing Champion Road at the rail line. To keep locals moving we’re extending Akuna Drive to connect Champion Road to Maddox Road.

This new road will make it safer and easier for drivers to travel through Newport and Williamstown and will open before Champion Road is closed in 2026.

As part of the project, we’ll also build a new pedestrian and cycling bridge over the rail line at Champion Road to keep the community connected.

We’ll make it safer for people to cross the rail line at Maddox Road and upgrade local walking and cycling connections.

Early works, including installing temporary fencing, and relocating utilities, will start later this year and Newport will be level crossing free in 2026.

For regular information about the progress of this project, sign up for email updates.