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Latrobe River Bridge in Tyers to reopen as planned in December 2023

The Latrobe River Bridge in Tyers, closed since December 2022, is set to reopen in December 2023, its closure has affected the community's access to essential services, businesses, and emergency responses.

By news@gippsland - 6th October 2023 - Back to News

The Nationals Member for Morwell, Martin Cameron, has received confirmation from the Minister for Roads and Road Safety that the Latrobe River Bridge in Tyers is on track for its scheduled December 2023 re-opening. Mr Cameron has lobbied the Labor government to fast-track the rebuild of the bridge since the old bridge was shut in December 2022, leaving Tyers residents without direct access to the town.

Mr. Cameron is relieved to affirm the Minister's commitment to reopen the Latrobe River Bridge in Tyers by December 2023, especially with an upcoming severe bushfire season

Tyers bridge reopening

Last month, Mr Cameron wrote to the Minister for Roads and Road Safety seeking an urgent progress update ahead of bushfire season. "I am pleased to report that the Minister has advised me the new Latrobe River Bridge at Tyers is on schedule to be reopened by December 2023."

"For far too long the community has been without this critical piece of infrastructure that is the only direct route in and out of town, and they have been without an easy passage to Traralgon for school, work, access to medical services, and public transport. The financial stress of having the bridge closed is also placing a huge strain on household budgets and the bottom line of local sporting clubs and businesses," Mr Cameron said.

Bridge closure concerns

Mr Cameron added,"But of most concern is the fact that emergency services have been hampered by the bridge closure and their ability to respond swiftly has been compromised, risking safety and lives. We have seen first-hand, after being smashed by fire and flood in the same week, the importance of having quick access in and out of town."

"We are also being told to brace for a potentially catastrophic bushfire season, and it is absolutely crucial the Labor government completes the rebuild of the bridge by December 2023 as promised. This bridge was promised by the former Premier in 2015, so the project is already long overdue, and I look forward to seeing the new bridge open by the end of the year," Mr Cameron said.

Pictures from Martin Cameron MP website.

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