General News
18 July, 2025
Highway works drag on
ROADWORKS on the Princes Highway on the western side of Camperdown have continued despite previous predictions the works would be finished by mid-June.
The works covering a 450 metre stretch of the highway began on May 11 between Bowen Street and Park Road.
The works have seen disruption due to the closure of Old Timboon Road and Bowen Street access from the highway, with detours via the Old Geelong Road and Gnotuk Road respectively.
Western District Newspapers approached the Department of Transport and Planning with questions regarding the causes of the delays, the predicted completion date of the works and the total cost of the project.
A response was received from Department of Transport and Planning executive director Barwon South West and Grampians Michael Bailey, however it did not answer specific questions.
“We’re delivering vital maintenance works on approximately 450m of the Princes Highway in Camperdown, between Bowen Street and Park Road,” Mr Bailey said.
“These rehabilitation works will improve the road surface and ensure a smoother journey for the drivers who rely on the road every day.”
Western District Newspapers was also informed the Department of Transport and Planning would no longer provide information regarding the cost of individual projects.
It is understood the works will be completed in the coming weeks.
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