Public Notice: Essential Infrastructure Works, Health Alerts, and Traffic Disruptions

Emergency Traffic Alert: Princes Motorway Closure

Wollongong City Council and NSW Police advise residents and commuters of a significant traffic disruption currently affecting the Princes Motorway (M1). Following a serious incident in the early hours of Monday, 16 March 2026, the northbound lanes of the Princes Motorway are closed at Darkes Forest. Emergency services and crash investigators remain on-site. Motorists are urged to avoid the area and utilize the Princes Highway as an alternative route. Delays are expected to continue throughout the morning commute, and drivers should allow for additional travel time.

Infrastructure and Road Maintenance Schedule

Essential maintenance and infrastructure projects are active across the local government area this week. Traffic control measures are in place at the following locations to ensure the safety of workers and the community:

• Berkeley: Roadworks are underway on Salisbury Street. Residents should anticipate minor delays and follow the directions of traffic controllers.
• Bulli: Traffic and transport infrastructure upgrades are progressing near the North Depot.
• Fairy Meadow: Multi-site road maintenance continues along Balfour Road, Dymock Street, and Helen Brae Avenue.
• Kembla Grange: Critical works are active on West Dapto Road and Whylie Road to support the ongoing urban release area development.
• Figtree: Footpath construction is impacting pedestrian access on Garden Avenue.

Ongoing work also continues on the North Wollongong Seawall as part of the Blue Mile precinct protection plan. Site mobilization is active, and residents are reminded to stay clear of fenced construction zones.

Public Health Advisories

NSW Health has maintained active region-wide alerts for the Illawarra Shoalhaven district. Community members are encouraged to remain vigilant regarding the following:

• Measles Alert: Due to identified exposure sites in the region, residents should monitor for symptoms including fever, sore eyes, a cough, and a blotchy rash. Those who are unsure of their vaccination status are encouraged to contact their healthcare provider.
• Buruli Ulcer Warning: A health warning remains in effect regarding the detection of Buruli ulcer in south-east New South Wales. This bacterial infection is associated with mosquito bites. Residents are advised to wear protective clothing and use repellent during dawn and dusk.

Community Planning and Development

Council invites community feedback on several major planning projects currently on public exhibition. The closing date for submissions regarding the urban renewal project at the Corrimal Cokeworks site (DA-2023/840) is Wednesday, 18 March 2026. Additionally, the strategic review of Council-owned landholdings remains open for public comment until the end of the month. Detailed plans can be accessed via the 'Let’s Talk Wollongong' portal or at local library branches.

Waste Collection Reminder

Standard bin collection services are operating as scheduled for Monday routes. Residents are reminded to place bins at the kerbside by 7:00 am. Ensure a minimum 1-metre gap between bins and obstructions such as parked cars or trees to facilitate automated collection.