Official City Roundup: Council Meetings, Health Advisories, and Infrastructure Updates

Business, Growth and Community Committee Meeting

AlburyCity Council will hold a Business, Growth and Community Committee Meeting on Tuesday, 7 April 2026. The session is scheduled to begin at 6:00 PM in the Council Chambers, located on the Ground Floor at 553 Kiewa Street, Albury. Residents are invited to attend in person or view the proceedings via the official livestream on the AlburyCity website. A Public Forum may precede the meeting, providing members of the public with the opportunity to address Council members on specific items of business.

Public Health Advisory: Mosquito-Borne Illnesses

NSW Health has issued a regional advisory active for the Albury area throughout the current school holiday period. With increased outdoor activities following the Easter break, residents and visitors are urged to take precautions against mosquito-borne diseases, including Japanese encephalitis. Health officials recommend wearing light-colored, loose-fitting clothing and applying repellent containing DEET, picaridin, or oil of lemon eucalyptus to mitigate risk. This advisory remains in effect for the duration of the school holidays.

Albury Wodonga Regional Hospital: Access and Parking Changes

Construction of the $558 million Albury Wodonga Regional Hospital project is progressing, necessitating ongoing changes to campus access. Visitors and staff should note the following updates for Tuesday, 7 April:

• Temporary parking remains in effect along the East Street verge and Borella Road to accommodate the construction zone for the Northeast Building and Key Health Worker Accommodation.
• Access to the Oasis Garden and the East Street entry to the Albury Campus may be intermittently disrupted due to early works.
• Outdoor seating at the Oasis Cafe is currently unavailable. Visitors are encouraged to allow extra travel time and follow all on-site signage.

Infrastructure and Roadwork Updates

Several essential infrastructure projects are active across the city this week. Motorists should anticipate minor delays at the following sites:

• Thurgoona Link Road: Stage 5 works are ongoing near the Kerr Road intersection. Crews are currently installing sewer and water trunk mains as part of the growth corridor project.
• Lavington Drainage: Reconstruction efforts continue between Boronia Street and Tamarind Street, requiring localized diversions near the railway line.
• South Albury: Watermain reconstruction on Burrows Road involves temporary lane narrowing between Logan Road and Union Road.
• Hume Highway: Maintenance work at Table Top continues to require reduced speed limits for northbound commuters.

Electoral Notice: Farrer By-election Roll Closing

Residents in the Division of Farrer are reminded that following the recent issue of the writ, the electoral roll will close at 8:00 PM on Wednesday, 8 April 2026. Eligible citizens must ensure their enrollment details are correct to participate in the by-election scheduled for 9 May. This follow-up notice is critical for any residents who have recently changed addresses within the Albury region.

Community and Seasonal Reminders

Following the end of Daylight Saving Time on Sunday, 5 April, residents are reminded to ensure all manual timekeeping devices have been adjusted. Additionally, April is 'April Falls Month,' a statewide initiative focusing on fall prevention for older residents. Local health practitioners are encouraging community members to 'Start the Conversation' regarding mobility safety and home hazards.