Gipps Street bridge replacement project
Moyne Shire Council is progressing the Gipps Street Bridge Replacement Project to deliver a safe, reliable and accessible crossing that meets current engineering, transport and flood resilience standards while supporting the long-term needs of the Port Fairy community.
Jointly funded through a $5 million Australian Government contribution and a $2.76 million Council investment, the project will replace the existing bridge with a modern structure that provides two-way vehicle access, improved pedestrian facilities, safer cycling connections and accommodation for critical water infrastructure.
Significant planning and preparatory work has been completed, including flood modelling, environmental and geotechnical assessments, stakeholder engagement, utility planning and approvals processes.
Following a competitive procurement process, contracts have now been awarded, marking a major milestone in the project’s delivery. Community feedback has helped shape the concept design and will continue to inform future project phases as Council progresses detailed design, construction planning and ongoing engagement with residents, businesses and stakeholders.
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Procurement plan
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Design and construct specifications
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Geotechnical investigation and Environmental assessment
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Design and construct tender period
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Tender evaluation presented to Council
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Contract finalisation
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Detailed design
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Finalise permits and approvals
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Offsite fabrication and construction
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Roadworks, footpaths and works completion
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- Is the bridge replacement project ahead, or behind schedule?
- How exactly is the project being funded?
- Who is the contractor that council has engaged for the works?
- Will Council be upgrading the intersection of Woodbine Road and the Princes Highway to improve safety?
- What factors will determine the start date?
- How will council keep the community informed about the project?
- What will happen when the current bridge is demolished?
- How will residents, visitors, school buses and emergency services access Griffiths Street when the bridge is closed?
- What plans are in place to deal with the bridge’s closure?
- Will there be ongoing community information sessions?
- What happens in the event of a critical incident on or near Griffiths Street?
- What will the replacement bridge look like?
- Will materials such as timber and stone from the old bridge be available for community or residents to use?
- What has been achieved to date?
- How long will it take to drive when the detour is in place?
- Will extra parking spaces be available close to the footbridge?
- How will the old bridge’s history be recognised?
- Will the demolition and construction of the new bridge impact the local environment?
- Is council planning to celebrate the new bridge’s opening with an event?
- What can people do if they have questions about the project?
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Gipps Street Bridge Design Concepts.pdf (7.64 MB) (pdf)
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FAQs Sept 2026.pdf (323 KB) (pdf)
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Community feedback summary November 2025 (1.45 MB) (pdf)
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Gipps St Bridge - CRG Agenda 1 and Presentation - 2 March 2026 (274 KB) (pdf)
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Gipps St Bridge - CRG Minutes 1 - 2 March 2026 (208 KB) (pdf)
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CRG Presentation 19 May 2026.pdf (2.46 MB) (pdf)
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Gipps St Bridge - CRG 2 Agenda - 19 May 2026.pdf (209 KB) (pdf)
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Gipps St Bridge - CRG 2 Minutes -19 May 2026.pdf (235 KB) (pdf)
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Gipps St Bridge - CRG 3 Agenda and Presentation - 27 July 2026 (941 KB) (pdf)
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Gipps St Bridge- CRG 3 Minutes - 27 July 2026 (273 KB) (pdf)
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