Work continues on the Walmer Street footbridge in Abbotsford to ensure the safety and structural integrity of the footbridge and safety for all residents.

The bridge is temporarily closed while Yarra City Council and City of Boroondara undertake the rehabilitation works.

The cost of the $120,000 restoration will be shared by both councils.

Works commenced on Tuesday 15 June and the footbridge will be fully closed for about eight weeks.

The closest alternative river crossings are Gipps Street footbridge, Abbotsford – to the west of the Walmer Street footbridge and Victoria Street bridge, Richmond – to the east of the Walmer Street footbridge.

Alternate routes:

A larger version of the map below is available.

Alternative route directions for cyclists on the Main Yarra Trail to use due to the temporary closure of the Walmer Street footbridge:

Direct route:

• Turn onto Victoria Street at the Walmer Street footbridge.
• Take the fifth right into South Audley Street.
• Then take the first left turn onto Nelson Street.
• At end of Nelson Street, turn right onto Church Street and then first left onto Murray Street.
• Turn right onto Albert Street.
• Follow the road along Victoria Crescent to Gipps Street where you can get back onto the Main Yarra Trail.

Cycle-friendly route:

• Turn off the Main Yarra Trail into River Street at Pridmore Park.
• Turn right onto Crown Street, ride until the end of the street.
• Cross Burnley Street and continue straight along Highett Street until you reach Lennox Street.
• Turn right onto Lennox street and continue across Victoria Street onto Nicholson Street until you reach Gipps Street.
• Turn right at Gipps Street where you can get back onto the Main Yarra Trail.

Yarra City Council and City of Boroondara apologise for any inconvenience caused.

Enquiries: 9278 4504