Expect Delays Near South Hobart for Kunanyi Mountain Run; CBD Night Works Continue

Weekend Traffic Outlook for Hobart

As Hobart settles into the last weekend of March 2026, commuters and residents should prepare for a mix of event-related congestion in South Hobart and ongoing infrastructure projects within the CBD and Queens Domain. While major highways remain largely clear this Saturday morning, several localized closures and scheduled works will require drivers to adjust their routes.

Major Event Alert: Kunanyi Mountain Run

The primary driver of traffic in the city's southern suburbs today is the kunanyi Mountain Run. This three-day trail running festival, which began yesterday, is centered around Wellesley Park in South Hobart. Expect significantly higher vehicle and pedestrian activity along Cascade Road and the surrounding residential streets. Limited parking in the immediate vicinity of the park may lead to congestion as participants and spectators arrive for the Saturday sessions. Commuters are advised to exercise caution in the Wellesley Park area and consider walking or using public transport if heading toward the mountain foothills.

CBD Roadworks and Intersection Updates

While daytime travel through the city center is generally smooth, several key intersections are currently undergoing resurfacing and repairs. Motorists should be aware of the following:

• Liverpool and Murray Street Intersection: Ongoing roadworks are scheduled between 6:00 PM and 6:00 AM. While the road is open during the day, lane markings and temporary surfaces may be in place.
• Collins and Murray Street Intersection: Similar night works are active through Monday, 30 March. If you are traveling through the CBD tonight, expect localized detours and reduced speed limits after 6:00 PM.
• McVilly Drive (Queens Domain): This road remains closed between Davies Avenue and the Tasman Highway interchange for the installation of a new sewer main. This closure is expected to remain in place until mid-April, affecting access to the northern edge of the Queens Domain.

Public Transport and Bridge Conditions

Metro Tasmania has confirmed that all services for Saturday, 28 March 2026, are operating according to the standard weekend timetable. There are no reported widespread service disruptions, though minor delays may occur on routes passing through South Hobart due to the trail run festival.

On the Tasman Bridge, work continues on the Eastern Shore pathway connections. While the bridge remains fully open to vehicular traffic, crews may be active on the pedestrian pathways between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM today. Drivers are reminded to maintain a steady speed and avoid distractions while crossing as works progress on the new safety barriers.

Commuter Advice

For those planning to visit the Salamanca Market or the CBD this morning, the Brooker and Tasman Highways are currently free of significant incidents. However, with the kunanyi Mountain Run and night-time CBD works, we recommend planning for an extra 10 minutes of travel time if your route takes you through South Hobart or the Murray Street corridor after dark.