Apex Island – Upcoming Construction Works (Barnes Boulevard)

Published on 23 February 2026

Council, in partnership with Wimmera CMA, will soon commence construction works at Apex Island to improve public access and safety.

What’s happening?

Works will include:

• Construction of two new pedestrian bridges (eastern and western ends of the island)
• New connecting walking tracks

When will works occur?

To enable bridge construction, the weir pool will be temporarily lowered to install coffer dams (temporary water barriers).

• The weir will be lowered following the March Long Weekend - Tuesday 10 March and Wednesday 11 March,
• Coffer dams will be installed later that week.
• The water level will then return to normal.
• Coffer dams will be removed once works are complete.

Most works are expected to be finished before the Easter Long Weekend (Good Friday, 5 April), with minor works possibly continuing afterward.

Timelines may change due to weather or site conditions. The weir will not be lowered before 10 March.

What to expect

During construction, there may be:

• Noise during standard construction hours
• Increased activity in the area
• Temporary traffic and pedestrian disruptions along Barnes Boulevard

Council and Wimmera CMA will work to minimise disruption wherever possible.

Thank you

We appreciate the patience and cooperation of local residents and the wider community while these important improvements are delivered.

For further information, please contact Council on  53829777 or Wimmera CMA on 5382 9944.