Roadwork Restrictions and Regional Fire Alerts: Albury Commute Update for Friday, 30 January

Morning Commute Overview

Commuters in Albury and Wodonga should prepare for a mix of roadwork restrictions and regional travel alerts this morning, Friday, 30 January 2026. While major local arteries remain mostly clear for the morning peak, significant changes to road occupancy and regional safety alerts are in effect as we head into the final weekend of the month.

Major Roadwork Restrictions in Effect

Transport for NSW has officially implemented road access restrictions for regional principal corridors starting at 6:00 AM today. These restrictions affect the Hume Highway from Narellan Road through to the Victorian border at Albury. Under these rules, planned daytime works are restricted between 6:00 AM and 8:00 PM to facilitate smoother traffic flow during the busy end-of-summer period. However, commuters should be aware of the following:

• Night Works: Essential maintenance and resurfacing work is permitted to continue between 8:00 PM and 6:00 AM. Motorists may encounter remaining traffic control equipment or changed road surfaces in work zones.
• Riverina Highway: Coordination continues on the Albury Corridor Upgrade. While major resurfacing on Borella Road and Hume Street was completed in late 2025, ongoing intersection improvements at the Young and Guinea Street corridor may result in localized lane narrowing.
• Elizabeth Mitchell Drive: Watch for increased heavy vehicle movements near the Corry’s Road intersection following recent contract awards for the sewer and intersection upgrades.

Regional Fire Alerts and Highway Closures

Travelers heading south into Victoria or east toward the Alpine region face significant disruptions. Recent bushfire activity in the North-East Fire District has led to emergency alerts and the closure of sections of the Murray Valley Highway and Great Alpine Road. Logistics operators have reported that detours in these areas are adding significant time to freight movements between Melbourne and Albury-Wodonga.

Public Transport and V/Line Updates

The Albury/Wodonga rail line is currently being monitored in real-time due to the ongoing fire risk and potential for heat-related speed restrictions. While no major coach replacements are scheduled for today, Albury Line passengers are reminded of the following:

• Check for live updates regarding track faults, as recent disruptions near Broadmeadows have impacted morning arrivals earlier this week.
• Reserved seating remains a mandatory requirement for all long-distance services on the Albury Line.
• Ensure you have the latest terminal information, as replacement coaches (if required) will depart from the Southern Cross coach terminal in Melbourne or the Albury Railway Station forecourt.

Safety Reminder

With high fire danger ratings persisting across the North-East district, drivers are urged to monitor the VicEmergency and Live Traffic NSW apps before starting any regional travel. Stay alert for smoke across the Hume Highway and obey all temporary speed limits in construction zones.