City Notices Roundup: Legislative Sessions, Major Road Closures, and Health Alerts for February 5

Official City and State Notices for Thursday, 5 February 2026

Stay informed with the latest official announcements, public health advisories, and service disruptions affecting the City of Melbourne today. These notices are compiled from verified council and state government sources to assist residents and commuters in planning their day.

Parliament of Victoria: Legislative Assembly Sitting

The Legislative Assembly is scheduled to sit today, Thursday, 5 February 2026. The session will commence at 9:30 am at Parliament House on Spring Street, East Melbourne. Members of the public are permitted to view proceedings from the gallery, though security screening is required upon entry. Official Hansard reports will be published progressively throughout the day as debates on current bills and motions proceed.

Health Advisory: Measles Red Alert

Victoria Health continues to maintain a 'red alert' following the confirmation of several new measles cases across the state earlier this week. Residents are urged to ensure their vaccinations are up to date, particularly those who have recently returned from international travel. Symptoms to watch for include fever, a persistent cough, and a blotchy rash. If you suspect you have been exposed, please phone your GP or clinic ahead of time to ensure proper infection control measures are in place before your arrival.

Major Transport and Road Disruptions

Significant works under Victoria’s Big Build and local council maintenance will impact travel across the CBD and eastern suburbs today:

• Eastern Freeway & Bulleen Road: The Bulleen Road citybound exit ramp is closed as part of critical 24/7 works for the North East Link. Delays of up to 20 minutes are expected; motorists are advised to use alternative routes.
• Elizabeth Street: Night works between Little Lonsdale Street and La Trobe Street involve a full eastern footpath closure between 10:00 pm and 5:00 am.
• Queen and Franklin Streets: A full northbound road closure remains in effect at the intersection of Queen and Franklin Streets for ongoing telecommunications upgrades.
• Collins Street: Footpath closures are active on the southern side of Collins Street between Elizabeth and Queen Streets due to private construction activity, affecting pedestrian flow until Friday.

Legal Notice: Public Housing Injunction Hearing

The Victorian Court of Appeal is scheduled to hear an urgent injunction application at 9:45 am today in the Supreme Court. The hearing concerns the planned retirement and redevelopment of public housing towers in North Melbourne and Flemington. This legal action seeks to restrain the serving of notices to vacate while further appeals are considered by the High Court.