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The latest Fitzroy Crossing news from Main Roads WA

A new, sealed, two-lane low-level crossing across the Fitzroy River, at Fitzroy Crossing, is now open!

The crossing, located approximately 200 metres upstream from the flood damaged bridge, forms part of a temporary detour of Great Northern Highway. It will be in operation over the dry season while the new bridge is being constructed.

The crossing is open to all vehicles, including road trains and oversize vehicles, at all times. A footpath is also being established to provide safe access for pedestrians.

The single-lane causeway across the Fitzroy River remains open to all vehicles up to Rigid Heavy Vehicles.

The damaged Fitzroy Crossing bridge has now been demolished, ready for the re-building to commence.

Photo of new detour crossing from Main Roads WA

31st May 2023

The New Fitzroy River Bridge project is significantly ahead of schedule and is on track to open to traffic by the end of the year. Photo courtesy Main Roads WA.

Updated 9 November 2023

The new, bigger and stronger Fitzroy Crossing Bridge across Martuwarra (Fitzroy River) was officially opened on Sunday 10th December 2023.

Premier Roger Cook and traditional owners cut the ribbon at the new Fitzroy River bridge. Walmajarri elder Olive Knight spoke in four local languages, followed by English, to mark the significant moment.

“I acknowledge the many partnerships and companies who have combined their skills and expertise to produce such an amazing feat,” she said.

See the stories on ABC News.

With the opening of the new bridge, the low level crossings will no longer be available, with the low level crossing adjacent to the bridge was removed during the bridge construction, the single lane crossing at the site of the original river crossing four kilometres upstream will now be removed.

10th December 2023

Victorian campgrounds fee free for a limited time

In an attempt to boost tourism, parks camping fees in Victoria have been reduced. Some are even offering free camping for a limited time.

Camping in 131 of Parks Victoria’s paid campgrounds will be free of charge between 1 December 2024 and 30 June 2025. Bookings are still essential at bookable campgrounds, even though there is no charge.

Fees for 2024 2025 are outlined in Parks Victoria

Photo at right from Stapylton Campground, Grampians National Park, Victoria.

22nd October 2024