Works

Major construction in Byford for the Byford Rail Extension Project has been completed.

Standard work hours are Monday to Saturday, 7am–7pm, and any out-of-hours works are indicated below. All works will follow approved noise and traffic management plans, and every effort will be made to minimise impacts. For questions about project works, please email info@metronet.wa.gov.au or call 9326 3666.

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Armadale Road night Closures (until 31 October 2025)

Armadale Road between Abbey/Railway Avenue and Streich, Armadale, will be closed nightly from 8 pm to 5 am, until Friday 31 October 2025. Weekend work may also be included. These closures are necessary to ensure the safe completion of construction works related to the new Pedestrian Bridge and road upgrades.

Pedestrian and Business access

• All businesses in the area will remain accessible throughout the closure.
• Pedestrian detours may be in place along Armadale Road to ensure safety and divert foot traffic away from active crane lift zones.
• Please follow all pedestrian signage and directions from traffic controllers.

Detours in place

Detour routes will be clearly signposted and are provided below for:

• Heavy vehicles

• All other road users

Please follow all signage and detour instructions during the closure to ensure the safety of all road users, pedestrians and construction crews.

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Commerce Avenue (Ongoing to 7 November 2025)

Commerce Avenue, between William Street and Third Road, Armadale, is currently undergoing essential verge and roadside upgrades.

To ensure public safety and efficient delivery of works, staged road closures will be in place throughout this period.

The works will involve kerb repairs, upgrades to footpaths and pram ramps, new paving and landscaping, and the demolition of the temporary bus station and carpark. During works, all businesses will remain open, pedestrian and emergency vehicle access will be maintained, and traffic management will be in place.

Some noise and vibration are expected, but efforts will be made to minimise disruption.

Road Closure Schedule & Access

When:

Monday, 27 October – Friday 7 November 2025

Where:

Northbound lane closure between Third Avenue and William Street (24/7)

Standard work hours are Monday to Saturday, 7am–7pm, and any out-of-hours works are indicated below. All works will follow approved noise and traffic management plans, and every effort will be made to minimise impacts. For questions about project works, please email info@metronet.wa.gov.au or call 9326 3666.

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Hardwood Pass and Bruns Drive - Temporary Road Closure (until mid-October 2025)

Hardwood Pass and Bruns Drive is currently undergoing essential upgrades until mid-October 2025, with works occurring Monday to Saturday, 7am–7pm. To ensure safety and efficient completion of works, a temporary road closure and traffic controls will be in place during this period.

The works will include removing concrete from the roundabout and traffic islands, installing pavers, kerbing, and backfill. A section of Harwood Pass will be temporarily closed, and traffic on Bruns Drive will be reduced to one lane with stop/slow control near the roundabout.

Local resident access will be maintained throughout, with pedestrian and emergency vehicle access restricted within the closure area. Some noise, dust, and vibration from machinery are expected, but every effort will be made to minimise disruption.

Major construction in the rail corridor for the Byford Rail Extension Project has been completed.