Very large transport operation on the move – please avoid the area
02/09/2024
The transformer will be transported on an oversized vehicle approximately 62 metres long and 4.3 metres wide.
This is a complex operation and for everyone’s safety, stay well clear when the load is in transit and when parked. If you need to travel during the time the transport is on the road, plan ahead or seek an alternate route to avoid delays.
The journey
The transport operation will be escorted by a large contingent of escort vehicles and co-pilots travelling in front of and at the rear of the vehicle making sure your roads are safe during and after the move.
It will be travelling at night to reduce the impact on the road network.
Night one
Travel starts 10:00pm on 8th September 2024 from the Wilson Transformer Company, Glen Waverly to park up location in Beveridge.
Night two
Travel starts 9pm on 9 September 2024 from park up location in Beveridge to park up location in Wangaratta.
Night three
Travel starts 10pm on 10 September 2024 and the transport operation will continue its journey through NSW to its final destination in Queensland.
The transport operation will travel at speeds of 40 km/hr on average. There will be times when travelling over bridges or around corners where they will need to slow to around five km/hr.
There will be a road closure on Main Road, Lower Plenty, Melrose Drive, Wodonga, Hume Highway, Wodonga, High Street, Wodonga and Bandiana Link Road, Wodonga to accommodate the vehicle travelling on the wrong side of the road.
Road safety while the load is in transit
The transport operation will be travelling at significantly reduced speeds. Please plan your journey in advance and allow extra time. There will be opportunities to pass the under supervision in some locations.
If you see the pilot or escort vehicle with an ‘Oversize Load Ahead’ sign and yellow flashing lights, slow down and move as far to the left as you can and prepare to stop if instructed.
If you are approaching the transport operation from behind, slow down and be patient as you will be given opportunities to overtake when it is safe.
Only overtake when signalled to do so. Do not overtake the pilot or escort vehicle behind the load and get stuck in between. This makes it hard for everyone to do their job safely and you’re putting yourself and others at risk.
For more information on safety around an oversized vehicle, please visit the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator website and click on oversize loads.
Safety when the oversized vehicle and power transformer is parked.
For your own safety and other road users please do not stop on the freeway to view the load when it is parked. Stopping on a freeway is illegal and very dangerous for you, passengers in your vehicle and other road users. Penalties may be enforced by Victoria Police and the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator.
There will be no viewing opportunities provided. This is for everyone’s safety, including any children accompanying you.
Plan ahead
This is a huge operation with a large crew of specialists involved in the transport, their safety and your safety are the priority, please plan your journey in advance and avoid the area if possible. check real time travel advice at VicTraffic and allow plenty of time to get to your destination.