City Notices: Health Alerts, Infrastructure Updates, and Essential Public Service Announcements

Official Health Advisory: Legionnaires’ Disease Outbreak

The Victorian Department of Health has issued an active health alert following an outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease centered in the Craigieburn area. As of late March 2026, investigations are ongoing into the source of the bacteria, with focus on local cooling towers and other potential water systems. The advisory extends to the surrounding suburbs of Mickleham, Greenvale, and Roxburgh Park.

Residents and visitors who have spent time in these areas since late February are advised to monitor for flu-like symptoms, including fever, chills, cough, and shortness of breath. Health professionals have been instructed to prioritize testing for patients presenting with atypical pneumonia. Individuals at higher risk, such as those over 65 or with chronic lung conditions, should seek medical attention immediately if symptoms develop.

Traffic and Infrastructure: Roadwork Disruptions

Major infrastructure projects under the Victoria’s Big Build initiative continue to impact travel across the metropolitan area this Monday, 30 March. Commuters should be aware of the following scheduled disruptions:

• Eastern Freeway Upgrades: The Springvale Road citybound entry ramp, which has been closed for significant construction works over the weekend, is scheduled to reopen at 5:00 AM this morning. While the ramp returns to service, ongoing piling for new noise walls and earthworks continue in the Junction Road Reserve area.
• Western Ring Road (Derrimut): Asphalt resurfacing works are scheduled for the northbound lanes near Fitzgerald Road. Motorists should expect lane closures between 9:00 PM tonight and 5:00 AM tomorrow morning. Detours are in place via the Western Freeway and Ballarat Road.
• CBD Maintenance: While recent sewer inspections on Elizabeth Street have concluded, localized footpath occupations remain in effect near the northern end of the CBD to support ongoing utility relocations.

Public Transport: Metro Tunnel Full Operations

Following the successful completion of the 'Big Switch' transition earlier this year, the Metro Tunnel is now in full operation. Commuters on the Sunbury, Cranbourne, and Pakenham lines are reminded that all services now run exclusively through the five new underground stations: Arden, Parkville, State Library, Town Hall, and Anzac. Passengers should continue to use the updated 2026 timetables for all metropolitan rail travel. The new configuration has successfully diverted high-frequency lines away from the City Loop, reducing congestion across the wider network.

Governance: Upcoming Council Meeting

The City of Melbourne will hold an Ordinary Council Meeting tomorrow, Tuesday, 31 March 2026, at the Melbourne Town Hall. Monday serves as the final day for residents to review the published agenda and documentation, which was made available via the Council’s governance portal last Thursday. Key items on the agenda include urban renewal strategies for the Arden precinct and updates to the municipal waste management plan. The meeting will be held at 5:30 PM and is open to the public, with a livestream provided for those unable to attend in person.