City Notices Roundup: Pride March Closures, Infrastructure Updates, and Health Advisories

Public Notice: Midsumma Pride March Road Closures

The City of Port Phillip and the City of Melbourne advise residents of significant traffic disruptions on Sunday, 1 February 2026, to accommodate the annual Midsumma Pride March. This major community event is expected to draw over 53,000 participants and spectators to the St Kilda area. To ensure public safety, the following arrangements are in place:

• Event Timing: The march is scheduled to commence at 10:30 am and conclude at approximately 1:30 pm. Post-march celebrations will continue in Catani Gardens until 3:30 pm.
• Road Closures: Fitzroy Street will be closed to all vehicular traffic between Grey Street and Beaconsfield Parade. Rolling closures will also affect Lakeside Drive and the surrounding precinct.
• Public Transport: Trams along Route 12 and Route 96 will be subject to diversions and delays. Commuters are encouraged to check the PTV app for real-time updates.

Infrastructure Update: Scheduled Road and Footpath Maintenance

Public service authorities have announced several essential works starting or concluding this Sunday. Motorists and pedestrians should plan for the following impacts:

• Elizabeth Street CBD: Starting Sunday, 1 February, at 10:00 pm, power utility works will commence between Little Lonsdale Street and La Trobe Street. This will result in a full eastern footpath closure. Works are scheduled to occur overnight from 10:00 pm to 5:00 am.
• Princes Highway, Caulfield North: Asphalt resurfacing works begin Sunday night at 9:00 pm. A westbound lane closure will be in effect between Station Street and Tooronga Road. Heavy delays are expected, and a detour is in place via Burke Road and High Street.
• Kensington Stormwater Works: Final drainage and stormwater works at the intersection of Macaulay Road and Stubbs Street are scheduled for completion on 1 February. Partial road closures will remain in effect until 5:00 pm to allow for site restoration.

Health Advisory: Increased Measles Alert

The Victorian Department of Health has issued a public service announcement following new measles cases identified in January 2026. With the risk of transmission ongoing, health officials advise the following:

• Exposure Sites: Individuals who have recently returned from South-East Asia or visited high-traffic public precincts in the CBD should monitor for symptoms, including fever, cough, and a blotchy rash.
• Vaccination: Residents born during or after 1966 are urged to verify their Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR) vaccination status. Two doses are required for maximum protection.

Regional Safety: State of Disaster Extension

While the metropolitan Melbourne area remains stable, the State of Disaster declared by the Premier remains in force for 18 Local Government Areas in regional Victoria until 8 February 2026, due to the January bushfire recovery efforts. Residents planning to travel to the Alpine or Gippsland regions this Sunday should exercise extreme caution and monitor the VicEmergency app for active alerts and forest closures.