Project Background

Melton City Council manages the local road network and is responsible for approving works that impact traffic, including road and lane closures.

Council has approved a request from a developer to undertake road rehabilitation works, installation of a new water main and upgraded drainage along Melton Valley Drive, Melton, for approximately 200 metres to the Federation Drive roundabout.

Due to the nature, extent and safety requirements of these works, a temporary full road closure is required. These works cannot be undertaken while the road remains open to traffic.

Community Feedback

Thank you to everyone who provided feedback on the traffic management arrangements for the temporary closure of Melton Valley Drive, near Federation Drive.

The temporary road closure of Melton Valley Highway, for 200 meters to Federation Drive roundabout, will commence on Monday 13 April 2026 and remain in place for 9 weeks.

The temporary closure is required for road rehabilitation, installation of a water main and upgraded drainage.

We received six responses to the consultation, with the main feedback regarding signage, notification of the detour routes and ensuring that customers knew all businesses were accessible and trading.

The temporary road closure will commence on Monday 13 April 2026 as previously indicated. There will be clear signage in place to show the detours and to make sure the community is aware that all businesses are open with access maintained.

Road users will be able to enter and exit Melton Valley Drive via High Street and drive to businesses. All businesses along this road will be able to maintain access to Melton Valley Drive.

We appreciate the community’s patience and understanding while these important improvements to the local road network are delivered.

Community Engagement Summary

  • Between 18 March and 2 April 2026, we consulted with the local community on the traffic management arrangements for the temporary closure of Melton Valley Drive, Melton.
  • Feedback was collected via an online survey which was promoted via a letter distributed to businesses and residents and through social media.
  • We received six responses as part of the consultation.
  • We have reviewed this feedback and have addressed the key themes below.

The table below outlines a summary of the feedback we heard, and Council's response to participants:

What we heard

Council response

Ensuring that clear signage is placed in surrounding areas indicating the detour and that businesses remain open.

Council has worked closely with the developers and contractors delivering the 9-week road upgrade to ensure clear signage is in place.

The map below shows the location of six electronic screens plus additional fixed signs to clearly indicate the detour in advance of the temporary closure.

The electronic signage (VMS 1 and 2) at the High Street and Melton Valley Drive intersection, will have an additional message “Business Still Open”. This is to ensure customers and potential customers are aware the businesses in Melton Valley Drive are open.

Additional works on Melton Valley Drive

Additional works, including kerb and channel along Melton Valley Drive, are not included within the scope of works for this project.

The temporary road closure will commence on Monday 13 April 2026 as previously indicated and remain in place for 9 weeks.

Detour Routes and Location of Closure

Temp Closure Melton Valley Drive

Map with detour options