Hobart Commuter Alert: Delays Expected on Huon Highway and Major New Town Roadworks

Friday Commute Outlook: Significant Activity Across Major Arteries

Hobart commuters should prepare for a busy Friday on the roads this morning, 6 March 2026. While the morning peak is expected to follow typical patterns, several major infrastructure projects and local road closures are likely to cause localized congestion and travel delays of up to 15 minutes on key routes into the city.

Huon Highway and Southern Outlet Delays

The most significant impact for those travelling from the south remains the extensive repair and strengthening works on the Huon Highway. According to recent updates from the Department of State Growth, work continues at two key locations near Leslie Vale and Kingston. Motorists travelling between the Huon Valley and the Southern Outlet should expect reduced speed limits and potential lane closures. Specifically, the Leslie Vale section will see active crews from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM, with speed restrictions remaining in place around the clock. Commuters are advised to factor in at least an additional 10 to 15 minutes of travel time during the morning rush.

CBD and Suburb Closures

In the heart of the city, the Liverpool Street and Murray Street intersection is undergoing essential night works. While these are scheduled to conclude by 6:00 AM each morning, early commuters may still encounter residual equipment or traffic management as crews clear the site. Elsewhere in the CBD and inner suburbs, two significant closures are in effect today:

• New Town: Queens Walk remains closed between Gas Road and Selfs Point Road for ongoing roadworks. This closure is active from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM and is expected to continue through the end of March.
• Glebe: Edward Street is closed between Brooker Avenue and Short Street. Work is scheduled from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, impacting those attempting to access the Brooker Highway from the Glebe area.

Eastern Shore and Tasman Bridge Update

On the Eastern Shore, construction of the pathway connections for the Tasman Bridge project is nearing completion but remains active. Drivers should be mindful of changed traffic conditions and reduced speed limits on the approaches to the bridge on the eastern side. While all traffic lanes on the bridge itself are expected to remain open during the day, the presence of workers near the shoulder may cause intermittent slowing during the peak period. Pathway users should note that certain sections of the Eastern Shore shared path may be diverted.

Public Transport and Rail Safety

Metro Tasmania has confirmed that services are generally running as scheduled for Friday, following a period of temporary service adjustments aimed at improving reliability. Passengers are encouraged to use the Metro Tas App for real-time tracking, as localized roadworks in New Town and Glebe may cause minor diversions for specific bus routes. Commuters are reminded to stay vigilant around rail crossings in the northern suburbs as freight movements remain consistent with the regular Friday schedule.