Check here for information about temporary road closures or activities that may impact on traffic conditions on the Central Coast.
Below is a list of planned and unplanned road closures that may impact travel times and/or routes on Central Coast roads under Council’s responsibility. This may include closures due to significant weather events, major road construction works or major events. This is not an exhaustive list, road closures with minimal potential impact are not included.
Please note:
- This information is updated during business hours from 8am-5pm, Monday to Friday. Major road impacts and closures outside of business hours are listed on Council's Facebook page. Road conditions and closure status can change rapidly during severe weather events with little notice, so updates are provided as practical. Some major road impacts and closures are also listed on Council's Facebook page (during and outside of business hours).
- For information on State managed roads (i.e. main roads such as Central Coast Highway and the M1), download the LiveTraffic app or go online to www.livetraffic.com. Council also updates Live Traffic NSW local road information during business hours.
- Consider if these road closures impact your emergency plans and if you need to make changes to your emergency evacuation routes. For further information on how to prepare for emergencies and build resilience to help protect yourself, your family, and your property visit Council's Emergency Information page.
Unplanned Road Closures
| Suburb | Road name | Start date | Expected end date | Reason | Additional information/Alternative Route |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Brush Creek | Brush Creek Road | 8 March 2022 | Unavailable | Road closed due to landslip | |
| Wisemans Ferry | Settlers Road | 22 July 2022 | Unavailable | Local traffic only - Single lane traffic closure in place | Reduced speed limit - 5t load limit on Thomas James Bridge |
| Bateau Bay | Yakalla Street | 7 March 2024 | 31 July 2024 | Emergency watermain relocation and culvert replacement | Full road closures of Yakalla Street from from Laird Close to 8 Yakalla Street. Works taking place from 7am to 5pm however road will remain closed 24/7. A detour is available via Grandview Road, Shelly Beach Road and Central Coast Highway, please follow signage. Pedestrian access on Yakalla Street will remain available. |
| Bateau Bay | Rushby Street | 21 March 2024 | Unavailable | Emergency drainage culvert works | Full road closure of Rushby Street, between Barramundi Place and Bosun Close. Road will be closed to all traffic 24/7. Detour is available, please follow signage. Pedestrian access on Rushby Street will remain available. |
Planned Road Closures
| Suburb | Road name | Start date | Expected end date | Reason | Additional information/Alternative Route |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Berkeley Vale | Jean Avenue | 30 January 2024 | 30 July 2024 | Road pavement and associated works | Full road closure on Jean Avenue between Lakedge Avenue and Kerry Crescent with detour in place. |
| Wyoming | Cary Street | 6 May 2024 | 31 August 2024 | Drainage Culvert works | Full road closures of Cary Street between Henry Parry Drive and House Number 31. A detour of all traffic will be available via Henry Parry Drive and Cary Street/Maidens Brush Road. Temporary arrangements will be put in place to facilitate pedestrian access through Cary Street. The works will also require the temporary relocation of the bus stop on Cary Street, outside Our Lady of the Rosary Primary School. Weather and other circumstances depending. |
| Ettalong Beach | Beach Street | 11 June 2024 | 20 June 2024 | Road pavement and associated works | Full road closure of Beach Street between Barrenjoey Road and Springwood Street Road with traffic control and detour in place. Resident access only. Weather and other circumstances depending. |
| Avoca Beach | Carpark closure - Avoca Drive/Burns Street | 11 June 2024 | 31 August 2024 | Drainage works | Full closure of the-gravel carpark and overflow carpark at South End Reserve. |
| Terrigal | Hillcrest Street | 10 July 2024 | 19 July 2024 | Road pavement and associated works | Full road closure. Resident access only. Works will commence from 7am-5:30pm. |
Wisemans Ferry Road
| Suburb | Start date | Road name | Reason | Additional information |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gunderman/Spencer | 6 June 2024 | Wisemans Ferry Road | Due to predicted rainfall over the coming days, Council is closely monitoring Wisemans Ferry Road (west of Spencer) which has previously been impacted by landslips and instability. Depending upon rainfall levels and site conditions, this road may need to be temporarily closed at short notice to ensure the safety of residents and motorists. | Road Open |
A section of Wisemans Ferry Road (approx. 10km west of Spencer) has been impacted by landslips and instability has a higher risk of further impacts during significant rainfall.
In accordance with geotechnical expert advice to reduce the risk of further slope instability and safety risks for the public, Council has put in place protocols where the road is temporarily closed when more than 30mm rain occurs in a 24hr period.
Notice will be provided to the community on Council’s Facebook page (@CentralCoastCouncil) of an impending closure with as much notice as possible, and we will provide an update of the status when the road is closed with anticipated re-opening details, and again once the road has re-opened following an inspection of Council’s geotechnical consultant.
Note: Council is prioritising investigations and the development of treatments to address a longer term solution for Wisemans Ferry Road, along with specialised geotechnical consultants. Council is regularly meeting with representatives of Transport for NSW and submitting requests for grant funding to carry out repairs. Council will be communicating with the community shortly in relation to the program of works for Wisemans Ferry Road.