Drivers warned to expect delays as roadworks and bridge projects continue across Dungog Shire

DRIVERS across Dungog Shire are being urged to slow down, stay alert and allow extra travel time this week, as crews remain active on multiple road, bridge and infrastructure projects from Monday, 2 February.

Roadworks are continuing in several town centres, with Marshall Street in Clarence Town closed to through traffic while pavement and drainage upgrades are completed.

Resident access remains available, detours are in place and the closure is expected to remain until mid-March 2026.

Despite the scale of works currently underway, some residents say more attention is urgently needed on other local roads.
One resident commented on Facebook, “Limeburners Creek Road, between Beckett’s Way and Boatfalls Drive desperately needs work done on it.”

“It is dangerous and can cause significant damage to a car due to the damage to the surface of the road.

“This damage is getting worse and can be difficult to see in the shadows of the trees. It’s only a matter of time before there is a serious accident.”

In Dungog, Eloiza Street is also closed to traffic, except for residents, while pavement and drainage works continue.
Motorists are reminded to obey signage and traffic control to protect both workers and local residents.

Safety upgrades are underway on Clarence Town Road at the Glen Oak boundary, with works managed by Port Stephens Council.
The project includes shoulder widening, road geometry corrections, asphalt surfacing and guardrail installation, with traffic control in place and minor delays expected.

On Summer Hill Road, around 500 metres south of Glendonbrook Road, betterment works are progressing with a causeway replacement.
Culvert installation and rock armouring will continue through February, with traffic control operating during work hours.

Bridge works are also continuing at the New Clarence Town Bridge, where pavement approach works, deck construction and barrier installation are scheduled over coming weeks.
Temporary traffic lights are managing vehicle movements, and drivers should expect short delays in the area.

Routine maintenance is also underway, including grading on Fishers Hill Road, tar patching on key routes, roadside slashing and footpath upgrades at Williams River Holiday Park.

Council is reminding motorists that conditions can change quickly around work zones.
Drivers are asked to slow down, follow directions, be patient and give road crews plenty of space to do their jobs safely.

For real-time traffic updates, motorists are encouraged to check livetraffic.com before travelling.

By Sis HIGGINS