Official Notice: Northbridge Road Closures and Public Health Advisories for 3 March 2026

Public Notice: Essential Road Closures and Health Advisories for Tuesday, 3 March 2026

As the City of Perth moves into the first week of March, several official notices and public service announcements have been activated for Tuesday, 3 March 2026. Residents, commuters, and visitors are advised to review the following updates regarding transport disruptions and public health monitoring to ensure minimal disruption to their daily schedules.

Transport and Road Closures

The City of Perth has authorized a temporary full road closure in the Northbridge precinct to facilitate the removal of traditional lanterns and festive infrastructure following the 2026 Lunar New Year celebrations. This work is essential for the restoration of public thoroughfares and will be managed by specialized contractors.

• Location: James Street and William Street, Northbridge.
• Schedule: The closure is scheduled to begin at 7:00 pm on Tuesday, 3 March, and will remain in place until 5:00 am on Wednesday, 4 March 2026.
• Impact: Full road closures will be enforced. While local access for residents and business owners will be maintained where possible under the guidance of traffic wardens, motorists are advised to expect significant delays and utilize alternative routes.

In addition to this short-term event, the long-term closure of Telethon Avenue remains in effect. This thoroughfare is closed to all traffic as part of ongoing major infrastructure redevelopment and is not expected to reopen until August 2026. Commuters are encouraged to plan their journeys accordingly and refer to the City’s monitored activities report for further lane-specific updates.

WA Health: Measles Alert and Symptom Monitoring

WA Health has issued an active health advisory following confirmed cases of measles identified in the Perth metropolitan area during late February. As of Tuesday, 3 March 2026, health officials remain in a heightened state of monitoring. Individuals who may have visited high-traffic areas in Northbridge or public transport hubs are urged to be aware of the following:

• Primary Symptoms: Initial symptoms typically include fever, fatigue, runny nose, and red eyes, followed several days later by a distinctive red rash.
• Monitoring Period: Because measles can take up to 18 days to manifest after exposure, anyone who visited the Newcastle Street area in Northbridge in late February should monitor their health through the first week of March.
• Official Advice: Public health units advise that anyone born after 1965 who has not received two doses of the MMR vaccine should contact their GP to discuss immunization. If you suspect you have symptoms, please call ahead before visiting a clinic or emergency department.

Community Infrastructure and Strategy

The City of Perth is currently processing multiple obstruction permits for major infrastructure works for the week commencing 2 March. These works include routine utility maintenance and paving repairs across the CBD. Furthermore, the State Government has recently activated its 2026 Winter Strategy. This $140 million public health initiative is now underway to increase hospital capacity and improve patient flow across Western Australian emergency departments ahead of the upcoming flu season.