Traffic Incidents related to West Gate Freeway (M1), Melbourne, VIC
Port-phillip
Melbourne-metropolitan
31 Mar, 2021 - 6:39 PM
lanes closed outbound - Vehicle Collision
Left lane closed on the entry from Kings Way to the West Gate Freeway, due to a 3-car collision. One lane remains open. Transurban's incident management crew is on the way. Please merge early for everyone's safety.
Melbourne-metropolitan
1 Apr, 2021 - 9:55 AM
1 Apr, 2021 - 12:36 PM
Traffic Alert - Emergency Works
The left lane is closed outbound near Jeffcott Street and speed has been reduced to 40km/h due to emergency gas works.
Melbourne-metropolitan
1 Apr, 2021 - 11:28 AM
lanes closed inbound - Debris
Our crew is clearing a gravel spill on the inbound entry from Montague Street to the West Gate Freeway. Please follow their direction as the clean-up occurs across both lanes.
Melbourne-metropolitan
1 Apr, 2021 - 6:09 PM
lanes closed outbound - Vehicle Breakdown
Left lane closed outbound at the Bolte Bridge, due to a broken-down truck. Three lanes remain open. Please obey the overhead lane signals.
Melbourne-metropolitan
1 Apr, 2021 - 6:20 PM
lanes closed inbound - Vehicle Collision
Right lane closed at the start of the Kings Way exit from the West Gate Freewau, due to a four car collision. Transurban's incident management crew is attending, leaving one lane open. Please obey the 40km/h speed limit.
Melbourne-metropolitan
1 Apr, 2021 - 6:58 PM
lanes closed inbound - Vehicle Collision
Two inbound lanes closed near the Bolte Bridge, due to a multi-vehicle collision. Two lanes remain open with speed set at 40km/h. Please obey the overhead signals and follow the direction of emergency services.
Melbourne-metropolitan
9 Feb, 2021 - 3:57 PM
lanes closed eastbound - Vehicle Breakdown
Right lane closed in the Burnley Tunnel, due to a breakdown. Transurban's incident management crew is attending. Two lanes remain open with speed set at 40km/h. Please obey the overhead signals and mege with care.
Melbourne-metropolitan
4 Apr, 2021 - 2:41 AM
4 Apr, 2021 - 2:43 AM
lanes closed outbound - Vehicle Collision
All outbound lanes currently closed at City Road as emergency crews attend a serious collision. Consider taking Kings Way as an alternative. Allow extra time.
Melbourne-metropolitan
6 Apr, 2021 - 7:42 AM
6 Apr, 2021 - 7:43 AM
Road Closed - Emergency Works
The intersection of Spencer and La Trobe streets in the CBD is closed until mid-April as Yarra Trams crews work to replace the tram tracks and overhead power. Look out for the detours using King, Flinders and Dudley Streets or Harbour Esplanade. Trams on routes 30, 35 and 86 are running a shortened service. Check out the PTV website for details.
Melbourne-metropolitan
5 Feb, 2021 - 6:54 AM
5 Feb, 2021 - 6:55 AM
Traffic Alert - Emergency Incident
Traffic lights on flash at Collins Street due to a fault. Drive with caution through the intersection.
Melbourne-metropolitan
4 Feb, 2021 - 3:07 PM
lanes closed inbound - Vehicle Breakdown
Right lane closed inbound after Montague Street, due to a breakdown. Three lanes remain open with speed set at 40km/h. Please obey the overhead lane signals.
Melbourne-metropolitan
3 Feb, 2021 - 6:24 PM
3 Feb, 2021 - 6:25 PM
Traffic Alert - Emergency Incident
Traffic lights are flashing yellow at the intersection of Collins and Elizabeth streets in the Melbourne CBD. Victoria Police are directing traffic. Please be vigilant and follow the direction of emergency services.
Melbourne-metropolitan
3 Feb, 2021 - 6:06 PM
3 Feb, 2021 - 6:08 PM
lanes closed inbound - Vehicle Collision
Two of the three citybound lanes are closed prior to Wadey Street outside Victoria Barracks due to a collision. Emergency services are at the scene.
Melbourne-metropolitan
3 Feb, 2021 - 3:40 PM
3 Feb, 2021 - 3:46 PM
lanes closed inbound - Debris
One right turn lane is closed at the end of the Montague Street exit ramp from the West Gate Freeway inbound due to a fallen sign. Transurban's Incident Management crew is on the way.
Melbourne-metropolitan
8 Apr, 2021 - 4:26 PM
lanes closed inbound - Vehicle Breakdown
Middle lane closed inbound at Montague Street, due to a truck breakdown. Three lanes remain open with speed set at 40km/h. Please obey the overhead signals and merge early. Transurban's incident management crew is attending and heavy haulage towing is on the way.
Melbourne-metropolitan
3 Feb, 2021 - 12:00 AM
Sporting/Social Event - road closed
Event from 07:00 AM to 11:00 PM. Event speed limit nil. Traffic delay 0 to 5 min.
Melbourne-metropolitan
2 Feb, 2021 - 2:10 PM
lanes closed outbound - Vehicle Collision
Left lane closed near the outbound exit to the Bolte Bridge and Todd Road, due to a collision. Transurban's incident response crew is attending. Please obey the overhead signals and merge with care.
Melbourne-metropolitan
1 Feb, 2021 - 5:26 AM
1 Feb, 2021 - 5:28 AM
lanes closed inbound - Vehicle Collision
Emergency services directing traffic around a collision at Flinders Street due to a collision. Allow extra time. Drive with caution.
Melbourne-metropolitan
30 Jan, 2021 - 10:24 AM
30 Jan, 2021 - 10:26 AM
Traffic Alert - Emergency Works
Closed eastbound between Russell Street and Exhibition Street due to emergency gas works. Trams are unaffected.
Port-phillip
Melbourne-metropolitan
29 Jan, 2021 - 11:25 AM
29 Jan, 2021 - 11:46 AM
lanes closed inbound - Flood
The left lane is closed citybound under the West Gate Freeway due to flooding. Avoid the area if possible.
Port-phillip
Melbourne-metropolitan
29 Jan, 2021 - 11:09 AM
29 Jan, 2021 - 11:10 AM
Traffic Alert - Flood
Flooding reported near Albert Road. Route 12 tram disruptions in both directions. Check the PTV app for details.
Port-phillip
Melbourne-metropolitan
13 Apr, 2021 - 10:35 AM
13 Apr, 2021 - 10:37 AM
Traffic Alert - Emergency Works
Traffic lights not working at Dorcas Street and Ferrars Street following a collision. Technicians on site. When the traffic lights at an intersection are not working, you must follow the same give way rules as you would at an intersection that has a stop sign.
Melbourne-metropolitan
28 Jan, 2021 - 2:05 PM
lanes closed inbound - Vehicle Breakdown
Left lane closed inbound before Power Street, due to a broken-down motorbike. Three lanes remain open with Transurban's incident management crew on site.
Melbourne-metropolitan
14 Apr, 2021 - 5:39 PM
lanes closed outbound - Vehicle Collision
Left lane closed outbound at the exit to Montague Street, due to a breakdown. Transurban's incident management crew is attending. One lane remains open on the exit with speed set at 40km/h past the incident. Please obey the overhead signals and merge early.
Melbourne-metropolitan
27 Jan, 2021 - 12:57 PM
27 Jan, 2021 - 12:58 PM
lanes closed inbound - Vehicle Breakdown
The left lane is closed inbound prior to Dynon Road due to a broken down car. Please obey the overhead signals and merge with care.
Melbourne-metropolitan
26 Jan, 2021 - 5:07 PM
26 Jan, 2021 - 5:42 PM
lanes closed inbound - Emergency Works
Left lane closed inbound after Montague Street, due to repairs work to a damage drain lid. Crews on the scene. Speed set at 40km/h with three lanes open on the main carriageway towards the Burnley Tunnel.
Port-phillip
Melbourne-metropolitan
26 Jan, 2021 - 2:36 PM
26 Jan, 2021 - 2:37 PM
Traffic Alert - Emergency Works
Boom gates are down and traffic lights blacked out at the light rail level crossing, due to a local power failure. Use Montague Street intead.
Melbourne-metropolitan
26 Jan, 2021 - 10:47 AM
26 Jan, 2021 - 10:48 AM
Traffic Alert - Police Incident
Emergency services are directing traffic in the CBD due to a rally near Bourke Street. Police are directing traffic. Route 86 and 96 trams divert via La Trobe Street between Stop 11 Melbourne Museum and Spencer Street. Check the PTV app for details.
Yarra
Melbourne-metropolitan
16 Apr, 2021 - 12:30 PM
16 Apr, 2021 - 12:37 PM
lanes closed northbound - Vehicle Collision
Two northbound lanes blocked by a collision at Victoria Street. Please merge carefully. Emergency services are on site. Our Incident Response crew is on the way to assist.
Melbourne-metropolitan
26 Jan, 2021 - 7:09 AM
26 Jan, 2021 - 7:12 AM
lanes closed eastbound - Vehicle Breakdown
Truck has broken down blocking eastbound lanes between Swanston Street and Russel Street. Traffic using tram tracks to get past. Route 70 and 75 trams are not running.
Melbourne-metropolitan
25 Jan, 2021 - 8:38 AM
25 Jan, 2021 - 8:40 AM
lanes closed inbound - Vehicle Collision
Right lane closed inbound just after the Bolte Bridge due to a collision. Transurban incident repsonse crew on scene. Speed set to 40km/h.
Melbourne-metropolitan
19 Apr, 2021 - 2:44 PM
lanes closed inbound - Emergency Incident
Two lanes closed inbound near Mongtague Street, due to an oversize truck. Please be patient, obey the overhead signals and merge safely. Two lanes are open with speed set at 40km/h. Transurban's incident management crew is assisting.
Melbourne-metropolitan
20 Apr, 2021 - 12:57 PM
20 Apr, 2021 - 1:12 PM
lanes closed outbound - Vehicle Collision
One lane remains closed outbound between the casino tunnel and the West Gate Freeway, due to a collision. The left lane is now getting past emergency services. heavy delays remain. Alternatives include Spencer Street onto Clarendon Street, Queens Bridge Street, or St Kilda Road.
Melbourne-metropolitan
20 Apr, 2021 - 3:40 PM
lanes closed outbound - Vehicle Collision
Two right lanes closed outbound after the Bolte Bridge, due to a collision. Two lanes are open with speed set at 40km/h. Transurban's incident management crew is on the way to assist. Please obey the overhead signals and merge early.
Melbourne-metropolitan
20 Apr, 2021 - 6:27 PM
lanes closed inbound - Vehicle Breakdown
Left lane closed on the inbound ramp from the Bolte Bridge to the Burnley Tunnel, due to a breakdown. One lane remains open for merging traffic. Please merge early for everyone's safety.
Melbourne-metropolitan
21 Apr, 2021 - 4:31 PM
21 Apr, 2021 - 4:32 PM
Traffic Alert - Emergency Works
Traffic lights are flashing at the intersection of Queen Street and LaTrobe Street. Please follow the directions of police on site.
Port-phillip
Melbourne-metropolitan
22 Apr, 2021 - 5:16 PM
22 Apr, 2021 - 5:21 PM
lanes closed inbound - Vehicle Breakdown
The right lane is blocked citybound due to a truck stuck under the Montague Street bridge. Delays are building on the approach. Allow extra time.
Melbourne-metropolitan
23 Apr, 2021 - 6:17 PM
lanes closed inbound - Vehicle Collision
Two lanes closed inbound near Montague Street, due to a collision. Two lanes remain open with speed set at 40km/h for the safety of Transurban's incident management crew and emergency services attending. Please obey the overhead signals and merge early.
Port-phillip
Melbourne-metropolitan
18 Jan, 2021 - 5:30 PM
lanes closed outbound - Vehicle Breakdown
Left lane closed on the outbound entry from Kings Way to the West Gate Freeway, due to a breakdown. One lane remains open. Transurban's incident management crews are on the way to assist. Please merge with care.
Melbourne-metropolitan
24 Apr, 2021 - 12:16 PM
24 Apr, 2021 - 10:14 PM
Traffic Alert - Emergency Works
Two left lanes are closed outbound near Abbotsford Street while a burst water main is being repaired. Speed has also been reduced to 40km/h. Due for completion at 12am.
Melbourne-metropolitan
18 Jan, 2021 - 12:00 AM
28 Feb, 2023 - 12:00 AM
Sporting/Social Event - road closed
Event from 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM. Event speed limit 40 km/h. Traffic delay 0 to 5 min.
Port-phillip
Melbourne-metropolitan
25 Apr, 2021 - 12:00 AM
Sporting/Social Event - road closed
Event from 06:00 AM to 01:00 PM. Event speed limit 40 km/h. Traffic delay 0 to 5 min.
Port-phillip
Melbourne-metropolitan
25 Apr, 2021 - 6:42 AM
25 Apr, 2021 - 6:43 AM
Road Closed - Emergency Works
Closed between Domain Road and Southbank Boulevard to allow for the ANZAC Day dawn service and march. Due to re-open at 3pm.
Melbourne-metropolitan
16 Jan, 2021 - 9:01 AM
16 Jan, 2021 - 9:04 AM
Traffic Alert - Emergency Works
One right turn lane from Wellington Parade inbound onto Spring Street is closed due to sewer works. Due for completion at 3pm.
Port-phillip
Melbourne-metropolitan
15 Jan, 2021 - 3:36 PM
lanes closed outbound - Vehicle Breakdown
Left lane blocked on the Kings Way entry ramp to the West Gate Freeway outbound, due to a breakdown. Pass with care.
Melbourne-metropolitan
15 Jan, 2021 - 12:00 AM
31 Dec, 2022 - 12:00 AM
Sporting/Social Event - road closed
Event from 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM. Event speed limit nil. Traffic delay 0 to 5 min.
Melbourne-metropolitan
15 Jan, 2021 - 12:00 AM
31 Dec, 2022 - 12:00 AM
Sporting/Social Event - road closed
Event from 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM. Event speed limit nil. Traffic delay 0 to 5 min.
Melbourne-metropolitan
15 Jan, 2021 - 12:00 AM
31 Dec, 2022 - 12:00 AM
Sporting/Social Event - road closed
Event from 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM. Event speed limit nil. Traffic delay 0 to 5 min.
Melbourne-metropolitan
15 Jan, 2021 - 12:00 AM
31 Dec, 2022 - 12:00 AM
Sporting/Social Event - road closed
Event from 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM. Event speed limit nil. Traffic delay 0 to 5 min.
Melbourne-metropolitan
28 Apr, 2021 - 8:33 AM
lanes closed inbound - Vehicle Breakdown
The right lane is closed citybound on the West Gate Freeway adjacent to Montague Street due to a broken down truck. Recovery crews en route, speed set to 40km/h
Melbourne-metropolitan
28 Apr, 2021 - 1:21 PM
28 Apr, 2021 - 1:23 PM
Road Closed - Vehicle Collision
Closed both directions at Exhibition Street due to a collision and tram derailment. Exhbition Street is also blocked. Emergency services are on site. Please avoid the area by using Flinders Street, Bourke Street, Russell Street and Spring Street.
Port-phillip
Melbourne-metropolitan
14 Jan, 2021 - 6:01 AM
14 Jan, 2021 - 6:03 AM
lanes closed outbound - Vehicle Collision
Right lane closed outbound at City Road due to a collision. Police are directing traffic. Allow extra time through the intersection.
Melbourne-metropolitan
28 Apr, 2021 - 4:29 PM
lanes closed inbound - Vehicle Collision
Left lane closed inbound near the Cook Street exit, due to a collision. Transurban's incident management crew is attending. three lanes are open with speed set at 40km/h. Please ovey the overhead signals and merge early for everyone's safety.
Melbourne-metropolitan
28 Apr, 2021 - 6:14 PM
28 Apr, 2021 - 6:15 PM
lanes closed inbound - Vehicle Collision
The left lane is closed inbound before Kings Way due to a collision. Transurban's Incident Management crew is on site. Please merge with care.
Melbourne-metropolitan
28 Apr, 2021 - 6:29 PM
lanes closed inbound - Vehicle Collision
Two inbound lanes closed under the Bolte Bridge, due to a collision. Transurban's incident management crew is attending. Two lanes remain open with speed set at 40km/h. Please obey the overhead signals and merge safely.
Melbourne-metropolitan
14 Jan, 2021 - 12:00 AM
31 Dec, 2022 - 12:00 AM
Sporting/Social Event - road closed
Event from 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM. Event speed limit 40 km/h. Traffic delay 0 to 5 min.
Melbourne-metropolitan
14 Jan, 2021 - 12:00 AM
31 Dec, 2022 - 12:00 AM
Sporting/Social Event - road closed
Event from 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM. Event speed limit 40 km/h. Traffic delay 0 to 5 min.
Melbourne-metropolitan
13 Jan, 2021 - 4:39 PM
13 Jan, 2021 - 4:47 PM
Road Closed - Emergency Works
Russell street is closed between Flinders Lane and Collins Street, due to a burst water main. Victoria Police is directing traffic away from the incident. Please plan to use Exhibition Street instead.
Melbourne-metropolitan
29 Apr, 2021 - 5:16 PM
29 Apr, 2021 - 5:17 PM
lanes closed inbound - Vehicle Breakdown
A broken-down truck is blocking the right lane at the end of the Power Street exit ramp from the West Gate Freeway inbound. One lane is getting past.
Melbourne-metropolitan
29 Apr, 2021 - 6:21 PM
lanes closed inbound - Vehicle Collision
Left lane closed inbound at the Bolte Bridge, due to a collision at the start of the Kings Way exit lanes. Response crews on site.
Melbourne-metropolitan
12 Jan, 2021 - 5:56 PM
lanes closed westbound - Vehicle Breakdown
One lane closed through the William, Peel and Dudley street roundabout, due to a breakdown. Northbound and westbound traffic is reduced to one lane. Victoria Police is attending. Please merge with care.
Port-phillip
Melbourne-metropolitan
12 Jan, 2021 - 5:41 PM
12 Jan, 2021 - 5:43 PM
lanes closed northbound - Emergency Works
Northbound lanes closed between Coventry Street and York Street until 29 March 2021, to accommodate changes for outdoor dining. Bus services are also impacted in the area. Consider using Clarendon Street or Ferrars Street instead.
Melbourne-metropolitan
12 Jan, 2021 - 2:27 PM
12 Jan, 2021 - 2:29 PM
lanes closed inbound - Vehicle Breakdown
Left lane closed inbound after Montague Street, due to aroken-down truck. Three lanes remain open with speed set at 40km/h.
Melbourne-metropolitan
12 Jan, 2021 - 1:56 PM
lanes closed inbound - Police Incident
The exit from Citylink (Tullamarine Freeway) inbound to Footscray Road is closed, due to a police incident. Please plan ahead and take the earlier exit at Dynon Road, or continue to the West Gate Freeway and use Montague Street and Wurundjeri Way to reach Footscray Road.
Melbourne-metropolitan
30 Apr, 2021 - 7:51 AM
30 Apr, 2021 - 7:52 AM
lanes closed inbound - Vehicle Breakdown
The left lane is closed citybound on the Tullamarine Freeway at Dynon Road due to a broken down truck. Transurban Incident Managment on site, speed set to 40km/h.
Melbourne-metropolitan
30 Apr, 2021 - 9:02 AM
30 Apr, 2021 - 9:03 AM
lanes closed inbound - Vehicle Collision
The left lane is closed citybound on Dudley Street at Adderly Street following a collision. Emergency services on site, speed set to 40km/h
Melbourne-metropolitan
1 May, 2021 - 6:44 AM
1 May, 2021 - 9:00 AM
Traffic Alert - Vehicle Collision
Traffic lights are out at the intersection of Flinders Street and King Street following an earlier collision. Please follow the directions of police who are directing traffic.
Port-phillip
Melbourne-metropolitan
2 May, 2021 - 12:00 AM
6 May, 2021 - 12:00 AM
Sporting/Social Event - road closed
Event 24 hours a day. Event speed limit nil. Traffic delay 6 to 10 min.
Port-phillip
Melbourne-metropolitan
3 May, 2021 - 5:54 AM
3 May, 2021 - 5:57 AM
Road Closed - Emergency Works
Bay Street is closed in both directions between Beach Street and Graham Street for a filming event. Closure set to remain in place until midnight 5 May. Consider alternatives. Allow extra time.
Melbourne-metropolitan
3 May, 2021 - 11:18 AM
3 May, 2021 - 11:19 AM
lanes closed inbound - Vehicle Breakdown
Left lane closed inbound at the start of the exit lanes for Kings Way, due to a broken-down truck. Response crews attending.
Melbourne-metropolitan
5 May, 2021 - 5:53 AM
5 May, 2021 - 5:55 AM
lanes closed inbound - Vehicle Collision
Emergency services are directing traffic near Flinders Street following a collision. Drive with caution. Consider alternatives.
Port-phillip
Melbourne-metropolitan
5 May, 2021 - 3:46 PM
lanes closed outbound - Emergency Works
Left lane closed outbound at Munro Street, due to emergency water works. Speed reduced to 40km/h. Works are due to run until 11pm. Allow extra time through the area.
Melbourne-metropolitan
5 May, 2021 - 5:30 PM
5 May, 2021 - 5:31 PM
Traffic Alert - Emergency Incident
Traffic lights are flashing yellow at the intersection of Southbank Boulevard and Kavanagh Street, due to a signal fault. Technicians are on the way to resolve the issue. Please be vigilant and follow the same rules as you would at an intersection with a Stop or Give Way sign.
Melbourne-metropolitan
6 May, 2021 - 12:00 AM
18 Jun, 2021 - 12:00 AM
Sporting/Social Event - road closed
Event from 05:00 AM to 05:00 PM. Event speed limit 40 km/h. Traffic delay 0 to 5 min.
Port-phillip
Melbourne-metropolitan
6 May, 2021 - 6:06 AM
6 May, 2021 - 6:07 AM
Road Closed - Emergency Services Access Only - Fire
Emergency services directing traffic in both directions near Buckhurst Street due to a building fire. Consider alternatives. Allow extra time through the area.
