A major upgrade to one of Mildura’s most deteriorated roads is now locked in, with Transport Victoria set to begin rehabilitation works on a 600‑metre section of Seventh Street this month.
The project will take around nine weeks to complete, weather permitting.
Works will occur at night between 5.30pm and 7:00am to minimise daytime disruption.
Transport Victoria is responsible for major highways and arterial roads such as Benetook Avenue, Fifteenth Street, Deakin Avenue, the Calder Highway and the section of Seventh Street that will undergo repair, while Mildura Rural City Council maintains all local roads.
An online survey run by Mayor Ali Cupper earlier this year, which attracted hundreds of responses, identified the section of Seventh Street between Benetook Avenue and Etiwanda Avenue as the community’s top priority for repair.
A Transport Victoria spokesperson said the works were part of its broader statewide maintenance program.
“We’re rebuilding, repairing and resurfacing roads right across the state, including key routes in the Loddon Mallee,” the spokesperson said.
“Seventh Street is an important connection for the Mildura community, and these works will help ensure it remains safe and reliable.”
The upgrade will include pavement improvements and spray sealing.
During construction, lane closures, detours and a 40km/h speed limit will be in place.
Roadside parking will be restricted, and some property access may be temporarily limited outside working hours.
Residents and businesses have been notified directly.
Drivers are encouraged to plan ahead and allow extra travel time.
