Public Notices: Easter Long Weekend Travel Advisories and Public Health Alerts

Public Notice: Warringah Freeway Weekend Closures

Transport for NSW advises motorists of significant traffic changes on the Warringah Freeway starting today. To facilitate essential upgrade works, temporary lane and ramp closures will be implemented in both directions from 10:00 PM on Thursday, 2 April, until 9:00 AM on Monday, 6 April 2026. Drivers should expect heavy queuing and delays throughout the weekend. It is recommended to plan journeys in advance or consider using public transport to avoid the North Sydney and Neutral Bay pinch points.

Travel Advisory: Sydney Royal Easter Show 2026

The Sydney Royal Easter Show officially commences today, Thursday, 2 April, at Sydney Olympic Park. With large crowds expected daily until 13 April, attendees are encouraged to utilize the integrated public transport options included with their event tickets. Special event bus services will operate every 10 to 20 minutes from the North West and Hills District directly to the Olympic Park precinct. Motorists are warned that car parks at the venue are likely to reach capacity early each day.

NSW Health: 2026 Influenza Vaccination Program

NSW Health has announced the launch of the 2026 seasonal influenza vaccination program. From April 2026, free flu vaccines are available under the National Immunisation Program for eligible groups, including children aged six months to five years, Aboriginal people, pregnant women, and seniors aged 65 and over. This year, the needle-free intranasal influenza vaccine is also available for children aged two to five years. Residents are urged to book appointments with their GP or pharmacist to ensure protection ahead of the winter season.

Urgent Road Alert: Great Western Highway (Victoria Pass)

The Great Western Highway remains closed to all traffic in both directions at Victoria Pass due to critical structural repairs. Following the discovery of instability in the road surface, Transport for NSW has confirmed the closure will remain in place for at least three months. Detours are currently active via the Darling Causeway and Chifley Road. A $50 million government commitment has been designated to strengthen these detour routes, but travelers to the Central West should expect significant additional travel time.

Transit Reminder: M1 Metro Line Testing Shutdown

Commuters are reminded that the M1 Metro Line will close for major technical testing beginning at 1:20 AM tomorrow, Friday, 3 April. This round-the-clock testing phase is a critical step for the Bankstown extension scheduled for later this year. During the shutdown, replacement buses will run between Tallawong and Chatswood. Normal services are expected to resume by 4:00 AM on Tuesday, 7 April.

Health Advisory: Synthetic Opioid Warning

NSW Health continues to monitor a high-priority public health alert regarding a series of life-threatening opioid overdoses. Recent clinical reports indicate that substances sold as cocaine may be contaminated with potent synthetic opioids. Residents are advised of the severe risk of respiratory failure and are encouraged to seek immediate medical attention if someone shows signs of unexpected drowsiness or breathing difficulties.