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Posted on Wednesday 26th of February, 2020,
Greater Shepparton City Council advises Watt Road will be temporarily closed on Monday 2 March 2020 between 9.00am and 3.00pm from Mooroopna, at the Watt Road Bridge through to Botanic Gardens Avenue, Kialla.
The closure of Watt Road is required to allow Council to undertake maintenance works and carry out further inspections of the Watt Road Bridge.
Watt Road will be closed on Monday morning immediately after the morning peak at approximately 9.00am and reopened in time for the afternoon peak at around 3.00pm.
Council asks for residents and motorists to take care and be aware of traffic detours. Changes may occur depending on weather conditions.
For further information, please contact Council on (03) 5832 9700
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