Council welcomes commitment to transform Donnybrook Road
Published on 07 April 2025
The City of Whittlesea welcomes the announcement of a $192 million election commitment from the Liberal/Nationals Coalition Government to upgrade Donnybrook Road, providing a critical boost to transport infrastructure in Melbourne’s growing north.
This significant investment will support the rapidly expanding communities in Donnybrook, Kalkallo and the surrounding areas by delivering essential road duplications, safety improvements and congestion relief.
The project includes:
- upgrading the Donnybrook Road connection to the Hume Highway
- duplicating the road through to Epping/Merriang Road
- removing the level crossing at Donnybrook Station
- a new signalised intersection at Mitchell Street and the Southbound Hume Highway exit
- duplication of the bridge over the Hume Highway.
Currently, Donnybrook Road services tens of thousands of residents, with numbers continuing to rise as more families move into the area. The road is a vital link to employment, education and essential services, but increasing congestion has made travel times unreliable and residents have raised concerns about the impact on emergency response times.
The City of Whittlesea has been a strong advocate for investment in key transport infrastructure to meet the demands of our growing community. This commitment will improve road safety, reduce congestion and support future development, ensuring the region remains well-connected and accessible.
Quotes attributable to City of Whittlesea Mayor, Councillor Aidan McLindon:
“This announcement is a game-changer for our community. Donnybrook Road is a critical transport link and this investment will make a real difference in easing congestion, improving safety and ensuring our infrastructure keeps pace with growth. Our Council has been advocating for these upgrades to ensure our residents have better access to jobs, education and services. We welcome this commitment and look forward to working with all levels of government to deliver these much-needed improvements.”