Temporary road closures
The City of Hobart will close local roads for the purposes of conducting special events or to facilitate construction activities. However, closures cause inconvenience for road users, residents and traders. Closures for special events are only considered when the benefits for the community justify the closure.
All City of Hobart road closures are carried out under the authority of the Local Government (Highways) Act 1982.
Please be aware that some road work and emergency activities do not require approval by the City of Hobart.
Other road closures
The following are events occurring on public streets that are typically managed by Tasmania Police:
- motor vehicle race, cycling or athletic events
- demonstrations or street processions
- charitable collections.
Further information can be found on the Tasmania Police Community Alerts page.
Road closures may also be approved by the Department of State Growth. Further information can be found on the Transport Services website.
Emergencies
Road closures due to emergencies such as flooding are also managed by Tasmania Police, and updates can be found on the Tasmania Police Community Alerts page.
kunanyi/Mt Wellington
Information regarding the status of Pinnacle Road on kunanyi/Mount Wellington can be found on the Pinnacle Road status page.
Current and upcoming road closures
Kelly Street and McGregor Street, Battery Point
Pursuant to Section 19(1)(c) of the Local Government (Highways) Act 1982, notice is given that Kelly Street, and McGregor Street between Kelly Street and South Street will be closed to traffic from 7 am to 5 pm weekdays from Monday 3 February to Wednesday 30 April 2025 to install a water main.
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Queens Walk between Domain Highway and Bellevue Parade, New Town
Pursuant to Section 19(1)(c) of the Local Government (Highways) Act 1982, notice is given that Queens Walk between Domain Highway and Bellevue Parade will be closed to traffic from Monday 5 March to Saturday 31 May 2025 for road works.
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Roope Street between Pirie Street and Swanston Street, New Town
Pursuant to Section 25(1) of the Local Government (Highways) Act 1982, notice is given that Roope Street between Pirie Street and Swanston Street will be closed to traffic from Tuesday 11 March to Saturday 17 May 2025 for road works.
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Baden Street from Randell Street to Lord Street, Sandy Bay
Pursuant to Section 25(1) of the Local Government (Highways) Act 1982, notice is given that Baden Street from Randell Street to Lord Street will be closed to traffic intermittently from 7 am to 4 pm from Monday 17 March to Friday 30 May 2025 for road works.
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Lower Domain Road between Botanical Gardens bus turning bay and Domain Highway, Queens Domain
Pursuant to Section 19(1)(c) of the Local Government (Highways) Act 1982, notice is given that Lower Domain Road between Botanical Gardens bus turning bay and Domain Highway will be closed to traffic from Monday 28 April to Wednesday 25 June 2025 for road works.
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Roope Street and Swanston Street intersection, New Town
Pursuant to Section 25(1) of the Local Government (Highways) Act 1982, notice is given that Roope Street and Swanston Street intersection will be closed to traffic from 7 am to 4.30 pm from Monday 5 May to Monday 19 May 2025 for road works.
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Victoria Street from Harrington Street to road end, Hobart
Pursuant to Section 19(1)(c) of the Local Government (Highways) Act 1982, notice is given that Victoria Street from Harrington Street to road end will be closed to traffic from 10 am to 4 pm on Saturday 24 May 2025 for an event.
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Brisbane Street between Elizabeth Street and Murray Street, Hobart
Pursuant to Section 19(1)(c) of the Local Government (Highways) Act 1982, notice is given that the west bound lane of Brisbane Street between Elizabeth Street and Murray Street will be closed to traffic from Friday 15 December 2023 to Friday 28 November 2025 to facilitate building works at 80 Brisbane Street.
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Quayle Street, Sandy Bay
Pursuant to Section 41 and 42 of the Local Government (Highways) Act 1982, the City of Hobart advise that the bridge structure across the Sandy Bay Rivulet adjacent to 4 Quayle Street has been temporarily closed to vehicular traffic in the interests of public safety, while consideration is given to practical means to repair or upgrade the structure.
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Bathurst Street (between Murray Street and Elizabeth Street) and Criterion Street, Hobart
Pursuant to Section 20(1) of the Local Government (Highways) Act 1982, notice is given that Bathurst Street (between Murray Street and Elizabeth Street) and Criterion Street will be closed to traffic for the purpose of conducting the Farm Gate Market from 6 am to 3 pm every Sunday.
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Salamanca Place, Hobart
Salamanca Place is closed to traffic each Saturday from 5.30 am to 6 pm under the Salamanca Market By-law for the Salamanca Market.
More information can be found on the Salamanca Market website
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For more information, or to apply for a road closure, please contact the City of Hobart on 03 6238 2711 or email coh@hobartcity.com.au.