Morning Delays Expected on Queens Walk and Rosny Esplanade for Thursday Commuters

Thursday Morning Traffic and Commute Update

Commuters heading into the Hobart CBD and navigating the northern suburbs this morning, Thursday, 5 March 2026, should prepare for several ongoing roadwork projects and localized diversions. While major arteries like the Tasman Bridge and the Southern Outlet are currently clear of emergency incidents, several planned maintenance projects are likely to impact travel times during the peak period.

CBD and Inner Suburb Alerts

Early morning travelers in the city center should be aware of night works at the intersection of Liverpool Street and Murray Street. These works are scheduled to run until 6:00 am today. While the intersection is expected to be fully reopened for the peak morning rush, some residual equipment movement or temporary lane markings may cause minor delays for those arriving in the city before 7:00 am.

In New Town, a significant closure remains in place on Queens Walk. The stretch between Gas Road and Selfs Point Road is closed to through traffic from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm as part of a long-term infrastructure project. Motorists who typically use this route to access Cornelian Bay or the hockey center are advised to detour via Risdon Road or the Brooker Highway. This closure is scheduled to remain in effect through late March.

Eastern Shore and Northern Suburbs

On the Eastern Shore, the 24/7 closure of sections of Rosny Esplanade continues. The road is currently closed in stages between Kellatie Road and Ninda Street. Residents and commuters in the Rosny area should follow the posted detours and allow an additional five to ten minutes when navigating toward the Rosny Park transit mall or the Tasman Highway.

Further north, motorists in Austins Ferry should exercise caution on Main Road. Safety improvement works are underway between 7:00 am and 5:30 pm. While the road remains open, bike lanes are currently closed, requiring cyclists to share the main traffic lanes. In Claremont, work continues on Abbotsfield Road between Mongana Street and Russell Road, with 40km/h speed limits in place during active work hours.

Public Transport Updates

Metro Tasmania has confirmed that Route 562 continues to be diverted due to the Queens Walk roadworks. Several stops, including those at Rugby Park and Cornelian Bay, are currently unavailable. Passengers are advised to use alternative stops located at Apex Park or Risdon Road. All other Hobart services are currently reported to be running as scheduled, though the Temporary Service Adjustment remains in effect across the network to maintain timetable reliability.

Commuter Advice

• Plan for an additional 10 minutes of travel time if your route involves New Town or Rosny.
• Watch for 40km/h work zones in Glebe on Edward Street between the Brooker Avenue and Short Street.
• Cyclists should be aware of shifted traffic patterns on Main Road, Austins Ferry, due to safety upgrades.
• Check the Metro Tas app for real-time bus tracking and any last-minute service cancellations.