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Sydney Public Notice: Essential Road Closures, Health Alerts, and Service Updates for Saturday 7 February

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7 February 2026/04:28
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Sydney Public Notice: Essential Road Closures, Health Alerts, and Service Updates for Saturday 7 February
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City Services and Infrastructure Updates

Residents and visitors are advised of several official notices regarding infrastructure and service changes across the Greater Sydney area for Saturday, 7 February 2026. These updates are issued to ensure public safety and the efficient operation of city networks.

Road Closures and Traffic Management

Motorists are advised of continued road closures in North Sydney following the 'After Dark' street party. Traffic restrictions will remain in effect until approximately 1:00 am on Saturday, 7 February. Specific closures include:

  • Denison Street: Closed from Berry Street to Mount Street.
  • Spring Street: Closed from Denison Street to Little Spring Street.
  • Mount Street: Partial closures remain in place from Denison Street to Walker Street.

Drivers are encouraged to avoid the North Sydney CBD during the early hours of Saturday morning and follow all posted detour signs. Access to private residences and loading docks in the affected zone will be restored once event infrastructure is safely removed.

Public Transport and Rail Maintenance

Transport for NSW has confirmed essential maintenance and trackwork across the rail network. For Saturday, 7 February, passengers should be aware of the following service changes:

  • T7 Olympic Park Line: Buses will replace trains between Olympic Park and Lidcombe throughout the day.
  • Hunter Line: Buses will replace trains between Scone and Maitland due to major track upgrades and level crossing repairs.

Commuters are advised to allow for additional travel time and check real-time apps for updated bus replacement schedules.

Public Health Advisories

NSW Health has issued several active alerts for the weekend of 7 February. Public vigilance is requested regarding the following:

  • Measles Alert: Following several confirmed cases in the Sydney area, residents are urged to monitor for symptoms including fever, sore eyes, and a blotchy red rash. Ensure vaccinations are up to date, particularly for those who have recently returned from overseas travel.
  • High-Dose MDMA Warning: A public safety alert is active regarding high-dose ecstasy tablets found circulating in the state. These tablets contain significantly higher levels of MDMA than average, posing a severe risk of toxicity.
  • Sunscreen Product Recall: The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has issued a recall for specific batches of Banana Boat Baby Zinc and Hawaiian Tropic Mineral Zinc Sunscreen Lotions due to ingredient separation. Consumers should check batch numbers before use.

Sydney Lunar Festival Operations

In celebration of the Year of the Horse, the City of Sydney reminds the public that official Lunar Festival activities, including traditional lion dances, will continue through the weekend. Spectators are encouraged to utilize public transport to reach the CBD and Haymarket areas, as high pedestrian traffic is expected around the Chinatown precinct.