Major Falls Creek tourism route to be snow season ready
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Background
In October 2022 a large active landslip was detected on Bogong High Plains Road between Mt Beauty and Falls Creek, above Bogong Village.
At the time of detection, the landslip was estimated to be approximately 70m high and 100m wide – making it one of the largest experienced on Victoria’s road network in 40 years.
Following initial clearing works started by the Department of Transport and Planning (DTP), Big Build Roads ramped up works to complete the interim repair with single lane access across the front of the landslip reinstated prior to the 2023 Winter Ski Season.
We continue to work alongside our construction partner, Whelans Group Investments to ensure major remediation works are complete and two lanes are open late May ahead of the 2024 Winter Season – weather permitting.
Second smaller landslip
Heavy rainfall in May 2023 caused a separate smaller landslip further down the mountain between Bogong Village and Mt Beauty.
Crews are making great progress towards its repair with works to construct a retaining wall nearing completion.
Following this, we’ll focus on installing safety guard rail, repairing the damaged pavement, and completing line marking.
Major works on this second landslip are also on track to be completed late May, ahead of the 2024 Winter Season – weather permitting.
Speed reductions and traffic management will remain in place until this work is finished. Please allow an additional 15 minutes of travel time.
Small Business Mentoring Service
Was your business impacted by the Bogong High Plains Road landslip? We’re offering eligible businesses the opportunity to secure three 90-minute one-on-one business mentoring sessions.
To see if you’re eligible, please register your interest using the voucher code: MRPVFALLS.
You can also call Small Business Mentoring Service directly on 1300 816 817.
Business support
Businesses in the Falls Creek area can access the Business Relief Service – a free, confidential, one-on-one phone call or in-person appointment with a local Business Relief Adviser.
Advisers can help you connect with relevant support services, and with your next steps towards recovery.
If your business has been affected by the landslide, and you would like the support of a Business Relief Adviser, please call the Business Victoria hotline on 13 22 15. If you need a translator, the operator can contact the Translating and Interpreting Service on your behalf.