Construction Notifications

Ongoing construction notifications

Stage 2A City to Commonwealth Park

Light rail to Commonwealth Park construction has started and works are ramping up to build this once in a generation asset for Canberra.

From 5 February 2025 the entire western side of London Circuit closed to regular traffic with the exception of some movement from West Row, through London circuit, to Knowles Place onto Edinburgh Avenue. It will remain closed for the duration of construction.

From Wednesday 12 March sections of London Circuit east, between Northbourne Avenue and Theatre Lane closed to motorists and on-road cyclists.

These closures will allow for the relocation of underground services to begin. London Circuit east will reopen to traffic in 2026 following streetscape improvements to the area.

Additionally, Northbourne Avenue will also be reduced to two lanes each way between Alinga Street and Vernon Circle.

What you will see

• fencing installed around London Circuit west and east
• construction teams removing existing street assets on London Circuit in readiness for construction. This includes bike rack, water fountains, park benches, light poles and public art
• start of utilities in the ground removed and relocated.

Impacts to expect

• sections of London Circuit west and east closed to motorists and cyclists
• there will be noise from machinery during construction.

Access maintained on London Circuit

• access is maintained to businesses along London Circuit west and east and wayfinding signs are in place to assist customers
• variable Message Signage are in place around the city to alert approaching drivers about the closures
• access to Knowles Place north and Odgers Lane will be maintained for motorists and cyclists
• access to London Circuit east will remain open for buses and for delivery drivers accessing Verity Lane
• pedestrian and wheelchair access is maintained along and across London Circuit. Cyclists and e-scooter users should travel carefully in the area and reduce their speed
• access is maintained to the city bus and light rail interchange.