Buses Replace Trains and Easter Sunday Market Delays Expected Today

Easter Sunday Traffic and Commute Update

Today, Sunday, 5 April 2026, commuters and holiday travelers across Wollongong should prepare for significant disruptions on the rail network and localized road congestion due to Easter festivities. With the Easter long weekend in full swing, authorities are reminding all motorists that Operation Easter remains in effect, meaning double demerit points apply for all speeding, seatbelt, mobile phone, and motorcycle helmet offenses until midnight Monday.

Rail Network: Sunday Morning Trackwork

Passengers on the South Coast Line will face major changes to their journey this morning. Transport for NSW has confirmed that buses will replace trains between Bomaderry, Port Kembla, and Wollongong stations on Sunday morning to facilitate essential maintenance. Regular train services are expected to resume later in the day, but travelers are urged to check real-time apps for the most current departure times. If you are heading north toward Sydney, allow at least 30 to 45 minutes of additional travel time due to the bus-to-train transfer at Wollongong.

Mount Ousley Interchange and M1 Conditions

Motorists navigating the M1 Princes Motorway will notice significant changes near the base of Mount Ousley. Following the successful opening of the first new heavy vehicle safety ramp earlier this week, the old southern-most safety ramp is now permanently closed. While the heavy holiday traffic is being prioritized, a reduced speed limit of 80km/h remains in place through the construction zone. Drivers are advised to exercise caution and watch for new signage indicating the entry point for the new safety ramp, which is located approximately 330 meters north of the former site.

Event Alert: Bulli Village Easter Sunday Market

Expect heavy local traffic in the northern suburbs today as the Bulli Village Easter Sunday Market takes place at the Bulli Showground from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. Congestion is expected on the Princes Highway near Bulli and along Grevillea Park Road. Local parking will be at a premium, and visitors are encouraged to arrive early or use local bus services where possible. Council rangers will be monitoring parking in the surrounding residential streets to ensure access for emergency vehicles.

Local Roadwork and Council Updates

Wollongong City Council has several localized roadwork projects that may cause minor delays today:

• Fairy Meadow: Stop/slow traffic control on the Princes Highway and Fairy Avenue.
• Corrimal: Maintenance work continuing on Eager Street.
• Figtree: Minor delays expected on Whelan Avenue.
• Mount Keira: Patching and drainage work on Kaloona Avenue.

For those traveling further south for the holidays, expect heavy southbound flows throughout the afternoon as families make the most of the Easter Sunday break. Drive to the conditions and stay safe on our roads.