Traffic Incidents related to Western Freeway (M8), Melton, VIC
Melbourne
14 Jan, 2011 - 8:03 PM
14 Jan, 2011 - 8:06 PM
Tow Truck
Tow Truck Dispatched. Reason not specified. Breakdown likely.
Melbourne
10 Jan, 2011 - 10:23 PM
Tow Truck
Tow Truck Dispatched. Reason not specified. Breakdown likely.
Melbourne
10 Jan, 2011 - 10:22 PM
2 Jan, 2011 - 5:17 PM
Traffic Alert
Sunday 2 to Wednesday 12 January, 24 hours
Wattletree Road will be closed between Bailey Avenue and Duncraig Avenue (over the railway line at Armadale).
Detours via Dandenong Road and Tooronga Road.
Local access maintained through the area (excluding the bridge, which will be closed to all vehicles). 2/01/2011 5:17 PM Until 12/01/2011 11:00 PM
Melbourne
31 Dec, 2010 - 1:47 AM
Tow Truck
Tow Truck Dispatched. Reason not specified. Breakdown likely.
Melbourne
28 Dec, 2010 - 2:30 PM
Tow Truck
Tow Truck Dispatched. Reason not specified. Breakdown likely.
Melbourne
28 Dec, 2010 - 1:59 PM
28 Dec, 2010 - 2:30 PM
Tow Truck
Tow Truck Dispatched. Reason not specified. Breakdown likely.
Melbourne
17 Dec, 2010 - 5:26 AM
Tow Truck
Tow Truck Dispatched. Reason not specified. Breakdown likely.
Melbourne
27 Nov, 2010 - 12:57 PM
Tow Truck
Tow Truck Dispatched. Reason not specified. Breakdown likely.
Melbourne
27 Nov, 2010 - 12:56 PM
Tow Truck
Tow Truck Dispatched. Reason not specified. Breakdown likely.
Melbourne
22 Nov, 2010 - 12:11 PM
Traffic Alert
One lane blocked outbound near Leakes Road due to a crash.
VicRoads Incident Response Service are on site.
VicRoads advises drivers to take care through the area. 22/11/2010 12:11 PM Until 22/11/2010 3:11 PM
Melbourne
11 Nov, 2010 - 7:22 AM
Traffic Alert
Road closed in both directions south of the Western Freeway due to a crash involving a truck and a motorcycle.
VicRoads Incident Response Service and Emergency Services are on site.
VicRoads advises drivers to use an alternative route.
Update to follow.11/11/2010 7:22 AM Until 11/11/2010 11:00 AM
Melbourne
11 Nov, 2010 - 7:22 AM
Traffic Alert
Road closed in both directions south of the Western Freeway due to a crash involving a truck and a motorcycle.
VicRoads Incident Response Service is on site.
VicRoads advises drivers to use an alternative route.11/11/2010 7:22 AM Until 11/11/2010 11:00 AM
Melbourne
11 Nov, 2010 - 7:22 AM
Traffic Alert
Road closed in both directions south of the Western Freeway due to a crash involving a truck and a motorcycle.
VicRoads Incident Response Service is on site.
VicRoads advises drivers to use an alternative route.11/11/2010 7:22 AM Until 11/11/2010 1:00 PM
Melbourne
11 Nov, 2010 - 7:22 AM
Traffic Alert
Road closed in both directions south of the Western Freeway due to a crash involving a truck and a motorcycle.
VicRoads Incident Response Service is on site.
VicRoads advises drivers to use an alternative route.11/11/2010 7:22 AM Until 11/11/2010 3:00 PM
Melbourne
11 Nov, 2010 - 7:22 AM
Traffic Alert
Road closed in both directions south of the Western Freeway due to a crash involving a truck and a motorcycle.
VicRoads Incident Response Service is on site.
VicRoads advises drivers to use an alternative route.11/11/2010 7:22 AM Until 11/11/2010 5:00 PM
Melbourne
5 Nov, 2010 - 12:28 AM
5 Nov, 2010 - 12:33 AM
Tow Truck
Tow Truck Dispatched. Reason not specified. Breakdown likely.
Melbourne-metropolitan
1 Oct, 2017 - 12:00 AM
Sporting/Social Event - road closed
Event from 12:01 AM to 10:00 PM. Event speed limit 40 km/h. Traffic delay 0 to 5 min.
Melbourne
7 Oct, 2010 - 7:42 PM
8 Oct, 2010 - 5:51 PM
Tow Truck
Tow Truck Dispatched. Reason not specified. Breakdown likely.
Melbourne
7 Oct, 2010 - 7:30 PM
Tow Truck
Tow Truck Dispatched. Reason not specified. Breakdown likely.
Melbourne
4 Oct, 2010 - 1:12 PM
Tow Truck
Tow Truck Dispatched. Reason not specified. Breakdown likely.
Melbourne
29 Sep, 2010 - 10:09 PM
12 Jun, 2010 - 10:00 AM
Traffic Alert
The following roads will be closed for the duration of the 2010 Snow Season (Friday 11 June to Monday 4 October).
- Bogong High Plains Road, Falls Creek - between Falls Creek and the Omeo Highway.
Some roads in alpine areas may be affected by snow, ice or fog and drivers should carry chains and fit them if required.
For more information on snow alerts and road closures listen to local radio reports, phone 13 11 70 (24 hours) or visit the VicRoads Latest Traffic and Road Conditions website and click on the Current Alerts tab.
VicRoads wishes drivers a very safe and happy snow season.12/06/2010 10:00 AM Until 4/10/2010 10:00 PM
Melbourne
29 Sep, 2010 - 10:08 PM
30 Sep, 2010 - 11:26 AM
Tow Truck
Tow Truck Dispatched. Reason not specified. Breakdown likely.
Melbourne-metropolitan
20 Oct, 2017 - 10:55 AM
20 Oct, 2017 - 10:56 AM
Traffic Alert - Emergency Works
Power works near Leakes Rd. Left lane closed inbound.
Speed limit reduced to 40km/h.
Works expected to be completed by 3pm.
Melbourne
10 Sep, 2010 - 7:02 AM
Tow Truck
Tow Truck Dispatched. Reason not specified. Breakdown likely.
Melbourne
28 Aug, 2010 - 1:15 PM
Tow Truck
Tow Truck Dispatched. Reason not specified. Breakdown likely.
Melbourne
24 Aug, 2010 - 11:34 AM
Tow Truck
Tow Truck Dispatched. Reason not specified. Breakdown likely.
Melbourne-metropolitan
24 Nov, 2017 - 7:22 AM
24 Nov, 2017 - 7:29 AM
Traffic Alert - Vehicle Breakdown
Truck on fire near Hopkins Rd. Outbound traffic affected. Exit ramp to the service station is closed.
Delays for people travelling through the area.
Melbourne
16 Aug, 2010 - 7:54 AM
16 Aug, 2010 - 7:53 AM
Tow Truck
Tow Truck Dispatched. Reason not specified. Breakdown likely.
Melbourne
7 Aug, 2010 - 3:43 AM
7 Aug, 2010 - 3:55 AM
Tow Truck
Tow Truck Dispatched. Reason not specified. Breakdown likely.
Melbourne
20 Jul, 2010 - 7:24 AM
20 Jul, 2010 - 7:54 AM
Tow Truck
Tow Truck Dispatched. Reason not specified. Breakdown likely.
Melbourne
14 Jun, 2010 - 12:36 PM
Tow Truck
Tow Truck Dispatched. Reason not specified. Breakdown likely.
Melbourne
2 Jun, 2010 - 2:52 PM
2 Jun, 2010 - 2:53 PM
Tow Truck
Tow Truck Dispatched. Reason not specified. Breakdown likely.
Melbourne
27 May, 2010 - 4:42 PM
Traffic Alert
Left-hand lane blocked outbound just after Leakes Road due to a vehicle on fire.
VicRoads Incident Response Service, Police and Emergency Services are on site.
Traffic is heavy in both directions approaching the incident.
Drivers are asked to take care through the area.27/05/2010 4:42 PM Until 27/05/2010 5:42 PM
Melbourne
21 May, 2010 - 11:39 PM
Tow Truck
Tow Truck Dispatched. Reason not specified. Breakdown likely.
Melbourne-metropolitan
28 Feb, 2018 - 4:42 PM
28 Feb, 2018 - 4:43 PM
lanes closed outbound - Vehicle Collision
Only one lane is getting through outbound on the Western Fwy near Leakes Rd, due to a collision. Delays from the Western Ring Rd. Emergency services are on site. Please allow extra time.
Melbourne-metropolitan
28 Feb, 2018 - 5:49 PM
Road Closed - Vehicle Collision
Greigs Rd is closed in both directions at Leakes Rd, due to a collision. Avoid the intersection and seek an alternative route.
Melbourne
13 May, 2010 - 4:56 AM
Tow Truck
Tow Truck Dispatched. Reason not specified. Breakdown likely.
Melbourne
11 May, 2010 - 3:24 PM
1 Jan, 1970 - 10:00 AM
Traffic Alert
Freeway closed outbound at Hopkins Road due to a crash. Police are diverting traffic away from the scene. Emergency services are on site. VicRoads advises drivers to expect heavy delays and to use alternative routes where possible. Update to follow11/05/2010 3:24 PM Until 11/05/2010 6:24 PM
Melbourne
11 May, 2010 - 3:24 PM
Traffic Alert
UPDATE, 3.57pm: Police are diverting outbound traffic off the Freeway at Hopkins Road then back on again at the Hopkins Road entry ramp after an earlier crash. Emergency services are on site. VicRoads advises drivers to expect heavy delays and to use alternative routes where possible. Update to follow11/05/2010 3:24 PM Until 11/05/2010 6:24 PM
Melbourne
8 Apr, 2010 - 6:34 PM
8 Apr, 2010 - 6:41 PM
Tow Truck
Tow Truck Dispatched. Reason not specified. Breakdown likely.
Melbourne
27 Mar, 2010 - 5:23 PM
Tow Truck
Tow Truck Dispatched. Reason not specified. Breakdown likely.
Melbourne
27 Mar, 2010 - 5:23 PM
Tow Truck
Tow Truck Dispatched. Reason not specified. Breakdown likely.
Melbourne
5 Feb, 2010 - 3:57 PM
Tow Truck
Tow Truck Dispatched. Reason not specified. Breakdown likely.
Melbourne
5 Feb, 2010 - 5:43 AM
Tow Truck
Tow Truck Dispatched. Reason not specified. Breakdown likely.
Melbourne-metropolitan
18 Jun, 2018 - 7:35 AM
18 Jun, 2018 - 7:41 AM
lanes closed outbound - Vehicle Collision
Bus fire outbound near Leakes Road currently blocking the left lane. Expect delays. Emergency services on scene.
Melbourne
18 Jan, 2010 - 5:59 PM
Traffic Alert
Lanes blocked inbound just past Hopkins Road due to a multi-vehicle crash. VicRoads advises drivers to expect heavy delays and to take care through the area.18/01/2010 5:59 PM Until 18/01/2010 8:59 PM
Melbourne
17 Jan, 2010 - 5:19 AM
Tow Truck
Tow Truck Dispatched. Reason not specified. Breakdown likely.
Melbourne
11 Jan, 2010 - 8:02 AM
Tow Truck
Tow Truck Dispatched. Reason not specified. Breakdown likely.
Melbourne-metropolitan
23 Aug, 2018 - 8:15 AM
23 Aug, 2018 - 8:17 AM
lanes closed inbound - Vehicle Collision
A collision has closed the right lane heading inbound near Leakes Road. Emergency crews are on site working to clear the scene. Please drive with care.
Melbourne-metropolitan
5 Sep, 2018 - 5:26 PM
5 Sep, 2018 - 5:29 PM
Traffic Alert - Vehicle Collision
Reports of a collision in the outbound lanes near Leakes Rd. Traffic is heavy in parts from the Western Ring Road. Expect delays.
Melbourne-metropolitan
27 Oct, 2018 - 4:15 PM
27 Oct, 2018 - 4:19 PM
lanes closed inbound - Vehicle Collision
Western Fwy inbound near Hopkins Rd , vehicle collision .Left Hand lane closed . Emergency services on site. Vic Roads advises drivers to take care while travelling through area.
Melbourne-metropolitan
10 Dec, 2018 - 9:44 AM
10 Dec, 2018 - 9:45 AM
Traffic Alert - Emergency Works
Right-hand lane closed southbound near The Western Freeway for gas works.
Speed set to 40km/h.
Works due to be completed by 3.30pm.
Melbourne-metropolitan
20 Apr, 2019 - 6:08 AM
20 Apr, 2019 - 6:11 AM
lanes closed westbound - Vehicle Collision
A single car collision has closed 1 lane. A secondary collision involving 2 cars has also occurred. Emergency services are at scene. reduce speed to 40kmh. Keep a safe braking distance.
Melbourne-metropolitan
13 May, 2019 - 1:53 PM
13 May, 2019 - 1:54 PM
lanes closed outbound - Vehicle Collision
One lane closed outbound near Hopkins Road due to a collision. Emergency services on scene. Allow extra time.
Melbourne-metropolitan
30 May, 2019 - 9:36 AM
30 May, 2019 - 9:37 AM
Traffic Alert - Emergency Works
Right lane closed inbound near Leakes Road for power works.
Speed set to 60km/h.
Works due to be completed by 3.30pm.
Melbourne-metropolitan
25 Jun, 2019 - 6:54 AM
25 Jun, 2019 - 6:55 AM
lanes closed southbound - Vehicle Collision
Police are directing traffic around a collision near the Western Freeway where a public lighting pole has been hit. Allow extra time.
Melbourne-metropolitan
2 Aug, 2019 - 5:34 PM
2 Aug, 2019 - 5:40 PM
lanes closed outbound - Vehicle Collision
Left lane closed outbound on the Western Freeway at Hopkins Road, due to a collision. One lane remains open with delays back before Christies Road. Drive safely and allow extra time.
Melbourne-metropolitan
29 Aug, 2019 - 8:18 AM
29 Aug, 2019 - 8:41 AM
lanes closed outbound - Vehicle Collision
Right lane closed outbound near Hopkins Road due to a collision. Emergency services on scene.
Melbourne-metropolitan
5 Sep, 2019 - 7:31 AM
5 Sep, 2019 - 7:33 AM
lanes closed southbound - Emergency Incident
All southbound lanes are blocked on Leakes Road on the Western Freeway overpass after a power pole was struck. Emergency crews on scene, expect delays
Melbourne-metropolitan
7 Oct, 2019 - 12:00 AM
13 Oct, 2019 - 12:00 AM
Sporting/Social Event - expect delays
Dusherra Festival at Sri Durga Temple - Sunday 13 October. Speed limit reduced to 40km, delays expected on Hopkins Rd, Neale Rd, Sinclairs Rd during the arrival and departure of event.
Melbourne-metropolitan
22 Oct, 2019 - 9:05 AM
22 Oct, 2019 - 9:06 AM
lanes closed outbound - Vehicle Collision
Emergency services attending to a car fire outbound just after Hopkins Road. Delays both directions past the scene. Allow extra time.
Melbourne-metropolitan
18 Nov, 2019 - 6:58 AM
18 Nov, 2019 - 7:00 AM
lanes closed inbound - Vehicle Collision
Emergency services attending to an inbound collision near Leakes Road. Allow extra time. Two tow trucks have been called to the scene.
Melbourne-metropolitan
19 Dec, 2019 - 9:48 AM
19 Dec, 2019 - 9:50 AM
lanes closed inbound - Emergency Works
Left lane closed Melbourne-bound near the Werribee exit for roadworks.
Speed set to 40km/h.
Works due to be completed by 3.30pm.
Melbourne-metropolitan
29 Feb, 2020 - 2:36 PM
29 Feb, 2020 - 2:38 PM
Traffic Alert - Vehicle Collision
Right lane closed in both directions near Leakes Road due to a collision in the centre median. Allow extra time.
Melbourne-metropolitan
2 Mar, 2020 - 5:27 PM
2 Mar, 2020 - 5:30 PM
Traffic Alert - Vehicle Collision
The intersection of Plumpton and Taylors road is under the control of emergency services, due to a serious collision. Avoid the area, using Gourlay Road and the Melton Highway.
Melbourne-metropolitan
17 Mar, 2020 - 7:37 AM
17 Mar, 2020 - 7:38 AM
Traffic Alert - Vehicle Collision
Delays inbound after Ferris Road due to a multi-car collision. All vehicles now in the emergency lanes. Crews called to clear debris from the road. Allow extra time.
Melbourne-metropolitan
19 Mar, 2020 - 7:02 AM
19 Mar, 2020 - 7:24 AM
lanes closed inbound - Vehicle Collision
Right lane closed inbound near Leakes Road due to a multi-vehicle collision. Emergency services on scene. Allow extra time. Consider using the Melton Highway instead.
Melbourne-metropolitan
2 Jul, 2020 - 8:42 AM
2 Jul, 2020 - 8:43 AM
lanes closed outbound - Vehicle Collision
Emergency services attending to an outbound collision near Troups Road. Drive with caution. Allow extra time.
Melbourne-metropolitan
6 Jul, 2020 - 9:14 AM
6 Jul, 2020 - 9:38 AM
lanes closed outbound - Vehicle Collision
All outbound lanes of the Western Freeway are closed due to a rolled truck at Hopkins Road. Motorists should exit at Hopkins Road and use Greigs Road and Leakes Road to rejoin the Western Freeway. Emergency services on site. Allow extra time for your journey
Melbourne-metropolitan
10 Jul, 2020 - 3:56 PM
Traffic Alert - Vehicle Collision
Delays outbound on the Western Freeway, due to a collision near Hopkins Road. All vehicles are out of the running lanes. Please obey the 40km/h speed limit past emergency services with lights flashing.
Melbourne-metropolitan
14 Jul, 2020 - 12:06 PM
14 Jul, 2020 - 12:07 PM
lanes closed inbound - Vehicle Collision
Left lane closed inbound just after Leakes Road due to a collision. Emergency services on scene. Allow extra time. Consider using the Melton Highway instead.
Melbourne-metropolitan
10 Aug, 2020 - 12:41 PM
Traffic Alert - Vehicle Collision
Delays for citybound traffic, due to a collision between Leakes Road and Hopkins Road. Please slow down when driving past emergency services and follow their direction.
Melbourne-metropolitan
22 Oct, 2020 - 3:43 PM
22 Oct, 2020 - 3:45 PM
Traffic Alert - Vehicle Collision
Heavy delays on the Western Freeway outbound due to a collision at Hopkins Road.
Melbourne-metropolitan
19 Nov, 2020 - 6:56 AM
19 Nov, 2020 - 6:57 AM
Traffic Alert - Vehicle Collision
Significant citybound delays on the Western Freeway approaching Leakes Road following a collision. Emergency services on site, speed set to 40km/h. Consider using the Melton Highway to avoid delays
Melbourne-metropolitan
16 Dec, 2020 - 9:48 AM
16 Dec, 2020 - 9:49 AM
lanes closed outbound - Vehicle Collision
Emergency services are attending to a collision outbound just after Hopkins Road. Drive with caution. Allow extra time.
Melbourne-metropolitan
8 Feb, 2021 - 12:09 PM
8 Feb, 2021 - 12:10 PM
lanes closed outbound - Police Incident
All outbound lanes closed between Troups Road North and Leakes Road, due to a police incident. Please follow the direction of emergency services and use Greigs Road instead. Consider taking the earlier exit at Hopkins Road instead.
Melbourne-metropolitan
19 Feb, 2021 - 6:23 AM
19 Feb, 2021 - 6:24 AM
Road Closed - Police Incident
Woodlea Boulevard is closed at Leakes Road due to a police incident. Use Taylors Road instead. Allow extra time.
Melbourne-metropolitan
10 Mar, 2021 - 4:36 PM
10 Mar, 2021 - 4:37 PM
Traffic Alert - Vehicle Collision
Delays are building outbound due to a multi-vehicle collision near Troups Road. Emergency services are on site. Allow extra time.
Melbourne-metropolitan
17 Mar, 2021 - 6:04 AM
17 Mar, 2021 - 6:24 AM
Traffic Alert - Vehicle Collision
Emergency services attending to an inbound collision near Hopkins Road. All vehicles now in the left emergency lane. Allow extra time and drive with caution past the incident.
Melbourne-metropolitan
16 Apr, 2021 - 3:38 PM
Traffic Alert - Vehicle Collision
Beware of a two car collision on Hopkins Road at the Western Freeway. Follow the direction of emergency services.
Melbourne-metropolitan
30 Jul, 2021 - 10:01 AM
30 Jul, 2021 - 10:02 AM
lanes closed outbound - Vehicle Collision
Emergency services attending to an outbound collision near Hopkins Road. Expect delays. Drive with caution past the incident.
Melbourne-metropolitan
4 Aug, 2021 - 7:07 AM
4 Aug, 2021 - 7:08 AM
lanes closed inbound - Vehicle Collision
Emergency services attending to a Melbourne-bound collision just before Leakes Road. Allow extra time. Consider using the Melton Highway instead.
Melbourne-metropolitan
5 Aug, 2021 - 11:20 AM
5 Aug, 2021 - 11:21 AM
lanes closed outbound - Vehicle Collision
Emergency services attending to a 2 car collision outbound near Leakes Road. Drive with caution and allow extra time past the incident.
Melbourne-metropolitan
9 Aug, 2021 - 2:11 PM
lanes closed inbound - Emergency Incident
All inbound lanes closed at Leakes Road, due to a car fire. Please follow the direction of emergency services. Exit at Leakes Road, then use Greigs Road and Hopkins Road to return to the freeway.
Melbourne-metropolitan
4 Nov, 2021 - 7:29 AM
4 Nov, 2021 - 7:33 AM
lanes closed inbound - Vehicle Collision
Emergency services attending to an inbound collision just after Leakes Road. Allow extra time past the incident and drive with caution. Consider using the Melton Highwy instead.
Melbourne-metropolitan
24 Nov, 2021 - 6:28 PM
24 Nov, 2021 - 6:30 PM
Traffic Alert - Vehicle Collision
Delays outbound approaching Leakes Road due to a collision. Drive carefully and slow down past the scene. Consider Hopkins Road and Greigs Road as an alternative.
Melbourne-metropolitan
30 Nov, 2021 - 8:06 AM
30 Nov, 2021 - 8:08 AM
Road Closed - Vehicle Breakdown
All traffic sharing just one lane on Hopkins Road at the entrance to the Western Freeway due to a broken down truck. Recovery crews on site, delays in the area.
Melbourne-metropolitan
6 Dec, 2021 - 2:23 PM
lanes closed inbound - Vehicle Collision
Right lane closed inbound at Hopkins Road, due to a collision. There are delays in the area. Please follow the direction of emergency services.
Melbourne-metropolitan
13 Dec, 2021 - 7:24 AM
13 Dec, 2021 - 7:25 AM
lanes closed inbound - Vehicle Collision
Emergency services attending to an inbound collision just after Leakes Road. Drive with caution past the incident. Consider using the Melton Highway instead.
Melbourne-metropolitan
17 Dec, 2021 - 7:20 AM
17 Dec, 2021 - 7:22 AM
lanes closed inbound - Vehicle Collision
Emergency services attending to an inbound collision just after Leakes Road. Drive with caution past the incident. Consider using the Melton Highway instead.
