PENINSULA LINK

COMMUNITY NOTIFICATION & FAQ

Peninsula Link is carrying out major road works along 14 kilometres of the freeway to maintain a safe and reliable connection for drivers travelling between the Mornington Peninsula and Melbourne’s south-east.

These works will be carried out in sections, rebuilding the freeway from the ground up, to ensure the road can meet the demands of the growing population and provide a smoother, more enjoyable journey for all road users for decades to come. 

For all enquiries and latest updates, please visit peninsulalink.com.au.

Project Overview and Timeline:

  • Pavement rehabilitation works are being completed to ensure the road can meet the demands of the growing population and provide a smoother, more enjoyable journey for all road users for decades to come. 

    These works will be carried out along 14 kilometres of the southern sections of the Peninsula Link. The works will be delivered in staged sections and include all pavement layers including the top surface layer.

  • Pavement works are being delivered in stages, and closures and reduced speeds will been in place for extended periods.

    Works will be carried out 24/7 to shorten the overall program and complete the work as quickly as possible. 

    There will be no work over the Labour Day weekend or over the Easter long weekend. 

  • We acknowledge the impact the pavement works may have on the community and road users.

    By carefully staging and planning the works, the aim is to limit the duration and extent of disruptions and get the work done as quickly as possible.

    However, travel delays due to the roadworks is unavoidable and the chosen delivery method has been reviewed to minimise total impact on road users and community.

  • Weather conditions can impact the schedule, particularly rain and low temperatures. Dry and warm weather conditions are required to properly place the pavement layers; this is particularly important for the top asphalt layer.  

    If weather causes delays, the works may need to be rescheduled or timelines adjusted. 

  • The pavement works must be undertaken in multiple steps to properly rebuild the road structure. This includes removal of old pavement, placement of new underlying structural pavement and placement of the final surfacing layer. Works are progressing as expected.

    Each step must be completed in sequence and some steps require specific weather conditions. This is why you may see crews return to the same sections at different times throughout the project- each visit is completing a different layer or stage of the rebuild process.

Traffic, Lane Closures
& Detours

  • At times, some lanes and ramps will be closed while works are underway. 

    There will be times where lane closures are in place, still allowing traffic to flow through the freeway. Other times, a full road closure is required and traffic will be detoured off the freeway and around the works area.

    These closures are necessary to provide a safe work zone for crews and to allow equipment and materials to be used safely on site.

    Delays are likely and we encourage motorist to check before you travel and allow extra time. For closure details and maps, visit peninsulalink.com.au. 

Signs, Speed Limits & What You're Seeing On Site

  • Reduced speed limits and signage remain in place whenever road conditions have changed from normal, even if workers are not immediately visible. Temporary surfaces, altered lane alignments, barriers, equipment, or other hazards may still be present within the work zone, creating hazards that are not always obvious to drivers. Speed limits are in place to protect motorists and workers and to ensure safety through the area at all times.

  • There may be times when activities are not highly visible to passing motorists due to shift changeovers, safety briefings, equipment setup, or works being carried out in sections not visible from the road. 

    Weather conditions such as rain or low temperatures may also impact work activities. 

Updates and Contact Details

  • For all enquiries and latest updates, please visit peninsulalink.com.au.


We appreciate the community's patience and understanding while these essential works continue.

We are committed to completing this project safely and efficiently to ensure a reliable, high-quality freeway for years to come.