WEATHER CONDITIONS & RAIL DERAILMENT– 10/02/2023
Dear all,
Please see attached service alert email due to adverse weather conditions and train derailment in SA & QLD.
Dear Account Managers,
It is up to your discretion to forward this on to your relevant customers.
Please contact me for any further details.
Kind Regards
Ahmed Kahil
Service Delivery Manager
Level 1/115-121 South Centre Road, Melbourne Airport VIC 3045
M: +61 408 388 366 P: +61 3 9289 3888 F: +61 3 9289 3889
W: afslogistics.com.au E: [email protected]
Road & Rail Service Disruptions – 03/02/2023
Dear Customer,
Please be advised that adverse weather conditions, bushfires in WA, and rail derailment in QLD may result in delays for both road and rail services.
RAIL SERVICE
WA Rail Reopens
Please be advised that the rail line between Moondyne and Toodyay, WA is now open as the bush fires have ceased. Rail bookings have recommenced today but please anticipate delays of at least two days to clear the backlog for all rail movements in and out of Perth.
Rockhampton QLD Train Derailment
Please note that the train derailment at Marmor, QLD has resulted in track closure which will affect rail movements from / to North Queensland. Please anticipate rail service delays as the track is not expected to be reopened for at least 7 days.
We are working closely with our carriers to find alternate solutions to minimize delays where possible. For urgent freight, please use the road express service for bookings in the interim.
We will provide you with updates as soon as more information is available.
QLD IMPACTED REGIONS BY ADVERSE WEATHER CONDITIONS
- Northwest QLD: Beaufort, Laglan, Dunrobin, Galilee, Garfield, Jericho, Ingberry, Aramac, Isisford, Longreach, Sardine, and surrounding areas.
Please note that the road between Normanton and Croydon has reopened but lane closures still apply to some parts.
Please expect delays for deliveries to Beaufort, Laglan, Dunrobin, Galilee, Garfield, Jericho, Ingberry, Aramac, Isisford, Longreach, Sardine, and surrounding areas due to heavy rain and flooding. More information will be provided as updates are available.
Below is a view of current QLD traffic conditions from the QLD Traffic website:
WA IMPACTED REGIONS BY ADVERSE WEATHER CONDITIONS
- Remote Northern WA: Derby, Fitzroy Crossing, Wyndham, Durack, Kununurra, Halls Creek, Derby, and surrounding areas.
Please note that the Great Northern Highway from Sandfire to Roebuck has been closed since Friday the 6th of January due to flooding in the Kimberley region, which is impacting service to Derby, Fitzroy Crossing, Wyndham, Durack, Kununurra, Halls Creek, and Derby.
The Fitzroy River Bridge at Fitzroy Crossing has collapsed which has made some towns, notably Kununurra, Halls Creek, and parts of Fitzroy Crossing inaccessible for deliveries from Perth. Bridge repairs timeline is estimated to be 7 weeks, but we will provide you with updates as more information is available.
Road between Broome and Derby is still closed with restoration timeline estimated at 6-7 weeks. Road between Derby and Fitzroy Crossing is now open.
Some carriers are rerouting through Darwin to service this area with delays of up to 7 days expected with a few WA based carriers suspending service in the interim. We are working with our carrier partners for their individual recovery plans and your Account Manager will keep you updated. Please reach out in the meantime if required.
Below is a view of current WA traffic conditions from the WA SES website:
NSW IMPACTED REGIONS BY ADVERSE WEATHER CONDITIONS
- Central West: Booligal and surrounding areas.
- Remote Western NSW: Burtundy, Pooncarie, Menindee, and surrounding areas.
Below is a view of current NSW traffic conditions from NSW SES website:
https://www.ses.nsw.gov.au
Rail Service Update – 02/02/2023
Dear Customer,
WA Rail Reopens
Please be advised that the rail line between Moondyne and Toodyay, WA is now open as the bush fires have ceased. Rail bookings will recommence as of tomorrow but, please anticipate delays of at least two days to clear the backlog for all rail movements in and out of Perth.
Rockhampton QLD Train Derailment
Please note that the train derailment at Marmor, QLD has resulted in track closure which will affect rail movements from / to North Queensland. Please anticipate rail service delays as the track is not expected to be reopened for at least 7 days.
We are working closely with our carriers to find alternate solutions to minimize delays where possible. For urgent freight, please use the road express service for bookings in the interim.
We will provide you with updates as soon as more information is available.
Weather Conditions – 23/01/2023
Dear Customer,
Please be advised that some regions are impacted by adverse weather conditions and localised flooding which may result in delays for both road and rail services.
NATIONAL RAIL SERVICE
The rail line between NSW and WA is now open with general freight movements recommencing as of today. Please note that these movements will be implemented with speed restrictions and reduced capacity for at least the first week. At this stage, due to freight backlog and speed restrictions, please allow 10 business days in transit for rail movements between NSW and WA.
QLD IMPACTED REGIONS
⦁ Far North QLD: Normanton, Croydon, Karumba, and surrounding areas.
⦁ Northwest QLD: Hughenden, Richmond, Julia Creek, Cloncurry, Mount Isa, and surrounding areas.
⦁ North QLD: Eungella, Dingo Beach, Conway Beach, Strathdickie, Hideaway Bay, Proserpine, Sarina, Airlie Beach, Cannonvale, Mackay, Proserpine, Bowen, Collinsville, Hamilton Island, Ayr, and surrounding areas.
Please note that the road remains closed between Normanton and Croydon. Delays of two days are expected for freight movements to these areas as carriers will attempt to use the longer routes to achieve deliveries.
Deliveries from Townsville into western QLD locations such as Hughenden, Richmond, Julia Creek, Cloncurry, and Mount Isa could be affected by lane closures on Flinders Highway. Please anticipate delays delivering to these locations as water over road might decrease speed limits.
Please expect delays for deliveries to Eungella, Dingo Beach, Conway Beach, Strathdickie, Hideaway Bay, Proserpine, Sarina, Airlie Beach, Cannonvale, Mackay, Proserpine, Bowen, Collinsville, Hamilton Island, Ayr, and surrounding areas due to flooding. The Bruce Highway has reopened with limited capacity as some lane closures on the highway are still in place; please keep in mind that backlogged freight needs to be cleared before retaining normal transit times. Deliveries from and to Townsville, Cairns, and surrounding areas may be delayed due to linehaul vehicle access issues. More information will be provided as updates are available.
Below is a view of current QLD traffic conditions from the QLD Traffic website:
https://qldtraffic.qld.gov.au
WA IMPACTED REGIONS
⦁ Remote Northern WA: Derby, Fitzroy Crossing, Wyndham, Durack, Kununurra, Halls Creek, Derby, and surrounding areas.
Please note that the Great Northern Highway from Sandfire to Roebuck has been closed as of Friday 6th of January due to flooding in the Kimberley region, which is impacting service to Derby, Fitzroy Crossing, Wyndham, Durack, Kununurra, Halls Creek, and Derby.
Road access to Broome is available and Broome’s airport has reopened. Please anticipate up to 2-day delays for deliveries to Broome’s local areas whilst the backlog of freight clears. Freight movements are expected to normalise in the next few days.
The Fitzroy River Bridge at Fitzroy Crossing has collapsed which has made some towns, notably Kununurra, Halls Creek, and parts of Fitzroy Crossing inaccessible for deliveries from Perth. Bridge repairs timeline is estimated to be 8 weeks, but we will provide you with updates as more information is available.
Road between Broome and Derby is still closed with restoration timeline estimated at 6-8 weeks. Road between Derby and Fitzroy Crossing is now open.
Some carriers are rerouting through Darwin to service this area with delays of up to 7 days expected with a few WA based carriers suspending service in the interim. We are working with our carrier partners for their individual recovery plans and your Account Manager will keep you updated. Please reach out in the meantime if required.
Below is a view of current WA traffic conditions from the WA SES website:
https://www.emergency.wa.gov.au/
NSW IMPACTED REGIONS
⦁ Southern Region: Wentworth, Dareton, Gol Gol, Buronga, and surrounding areas.
⦁ Central West: Booligal and surrounding areas.
⦁ Remote Western NSW: Burtundy, Pooncarie, Menindee, Wilcannia, and surrounding areas.
Below is a view of current NSW traffic conditions from NSW SES website:
https://www.ses.nsw.gov.au
Weather Conditions – 13/01/2023
Dear Customer,
Please be advised that some regions are impacted by adverse weather conditions and localized flooding which may result in delays for both road and rail services.
WA IMPACTED REGIONS
⦁ Remote Northern WA: Derby, Fitzroy Crossing, Wyndham, Durack, Kununurra, Halls Creek, Derby, and surrounding areas.
Please note that the Great Northern Highway from Sandfire to Roebuck has been closed as of Friday 6th of January due to flooding in the Kimberley region, which is impacting service to Derby, Fitzroy Crossing, Wyndham, Durack, Kununurra, Halls Creek, and Derby.
Road access to Broome is now available and Broome’s airport has reopened. Please anticipate up to 2-day delays for deliveries to Broome’s local areas whilst the backlog of freight clears. By the middle of next week, freight movements to this area should normalise.
The Fitzroy River Bridge at Fitzroy Crossing has collapsed which has made some towns, notably Kununurra, Halls Creek, and parts of Fitzroy Crossing inaccessible for deliveries from Perth. Bridge repairs timeline is currently unknown, but we will provide you with updates as more information is available.
Some carriers are rerouting through Darwin to service this area with delays of up to 7 days expected with a few WA based carriers suspending service in the interim. We are working with our carrier partners for their individual recovery plans and your Account Manager will be in touch to discuss options. Please reach out in the meantime if required.
Below is a view of current WA traffic conditions from the WA SES website:
https://www.emergency.wa.gov.au/
QLD IMPACTED REGIONS
⦁ Far North QLD: Normanton, Croydon, Karumba, Gununa, and surrounding areas.
⦁ Northwest QLD: Hughenden, Richmond, Julia Creek, Cloncurry, Mount Isa, and surrounding areas.
Please note that the road is closed between Normanton and Croydon until the end of the week. Delays of two days are expected for freight movements to these areas as carriers will attempt to use the longer routes to achieve deliveries.
The Norman River is still rising and will continue to do so for the next few days as per weather forecasts. Please anticipate delays servicing Karumba and Gununa as well. We will provide you with more updates on this situation as soon as information is available.
Please note that torrential rain caused by cyclone Ellie has led to road closures that will affect deliveries from Townsville into western QLD locations such as Hughenden, Richmond, Julia Creek, Cloncurry, and Mount Isa. These conditions are expected to continue until early next week and updates will be provided as they become available.
Below is a view of current QLD traffic conditions from the QLD Traffic website:
https://qldtraffic.qld.gov.au
NSW IMPACTED REGIONS
⦁ Southern Region: Boundary Bend, Euston, Wentworth, Dareton, Gol Gol, Buronga, and surrounding areas.
⦁ Central West: Balranald, Booligal, Hillston, Euabalong, Lake Cargelligo, and surrounding areas.
⦁ Remote Western NSW: Burtundy, Pooncarie, Menindee, Louth, Tilpa, Wilcannia, and surrounding areas.
Below is a view of current NSW traffic conditions from NSW SES website:
https://www.ses.nsw.gov.au
NATIONAL RAIL SERVICE
Rail movements out of Sydney & Brisbane remain suspended due to track closure between Parkes and Euabalong. Please anticipate extended delays for rail freight ex Sydney or Brisbane into Adelaide / Perth as track repairs are progressing. The latest advice indicates the rail line will not open until late January.
Weather Conditions – 12/01/2023
Dear Customer,
Please be advised that some regions are impacted by adverse weather conditions and localised flooding which may result in delays for both road and rail services.
WA IMPACTED REGIONS
⦁ Remote Northern WA:
Derby, Fitzroy Crossing, Wyndham, Durack, Kununurra, Halls Creek, Derby, and surrounding areas.
Please note that the Great Northern Highway from Sandfire to Roebuck has been closed as of Friday 6th of January due to flooding in the Kimberley region, which is impacting service to Derby, Fitzroy Crossing, Wyndham, Durack, Kununurra, Halls Creek, and Derby.
Road access to Broome is now available and Broome’s airport has reopened. Please anticipate up to 2-day delays for deliveries to Broome’s local areas whilst the backlog of freight clears. By the middle of next week, freight movements to this area should normalise.
The Fitzroy River Bridge at Fitzroy Crossing has collapsed which has made some towns, notably Kununurra, Halls Creek, and parts of Fitzroy Crossing inaccessible for deliveries from Perth. Bridge repairs timeline is currently unknown, but we will provide you with updates as more information is available.
Some carriers are rerouting through Darwin to service this area with delays of up to 7 days expected with a few WA based carriers suspending service in the interim. We are working with our carrier partners for their individual recovery plans and your Account Manager will be in touch shortly to discuss options. Please reach out in the meantime if required.
Road to Broome Reopening
Below is a view of current WA traffic conditions from the WA SES website:
https://www.emergency.wa.gov.au/
QLD IMPACTED REGIONS
⦁ Far North QLD: Normanton, Croydon, Karumba, Gununa, and surrounding areas.
Please note that the road is closed between Normanton and Croydon until the end of the week. Delays of two days are expected for freight movements to these areas as carriers will attempt to use the longer routes to achieve deliveries.
The Norman River is still rising and will continue to do so for the next few days as per weather forecasts. Please anticipate delays servicing Karumba and Gununa as well. We will provide you with more updates on this situation as soon as information is available.
Below is a view of current QLD traffic conditions from the QLD Traffic website:
https://qldtraffic.qld.gov.au
NSW IMPACTED REGIONS
⦁ Southern Region: Boundary Bend, Euston, Wentworth, Dareton, Gol Gol, Buronga, and surrounding areas.
⦁ Central West: Balranald, Booligal, Hillston, Euabalong, Lake Cargelligo, and surrounding areas.
⦁ Remote Western NSW: Burtundy, Pooncarie, Menindee, Louth, Tilpa, Wilcannia, and surrounding areas.
Below is a view of current NSW traffic conditions from NSW SES website:
https://www.ses.nsw.gov.au
NATIONAL RAIL SERVICE
Rail movements out of Sydney & Brisbane remain disrupted due to track closure between Parkes and Euabalong. Please anticipate extended delays for rail freight ex Sydney or Brisbane into Adelaide / Perth as track repairs are progressing. The latest advice indicates the rail line will not open until late January. Please take into consideration that NSW rail closure will add pressure on rail services out of Melbourne as freight is moving via road express services to VIC and then railed out to SA or WA.
Please note that we are working with our carriers closely to find alternate solutions such as moving freight via the road express service to minimize delays where possible. This information is subject to change based on weather conditions and track repair status. Updates will be provided as soon as notifications are received by carriers and the ARTC.
Weather Conditions – 09/01/2023
Dear Customer,
Please be advised that weather conditions have significantly improved in comparison to last year’s few months, and we are finally enjoying our beautiful Australian summer. Very few regions are still impacted by weather conditions and delays are anticipated for both road and rail services.
NATIONAL RAIL SERVICE
Rail movements out of Sydney & Brisbane remain disrupted due to track closure between Parkes and Euabalong. Please anticipate extended delays for rail freight ex Sydney or Brisbane into Adelaide / Perth as track repairs are progressing. The latest advice indicates the rail line will not open until late January. Please take into consideration that NSW rail closure will add pressure on rail services out of Melbourne as freight is moving via road express services to VIC and then railed out to SA or WA.
Please note that we are working with our carriers closely to find alternate solutions such as moving freight via the road express service to minimize delays where possible. This information is subject to change based on weather conditions and track repair status. Updates will be provided as soon as notifications are received by carriers and the ARTC.
NSW IMPACTED REGIONS
- Southern Region:Koraleigh, Wakool Junction, Boundary Bend, Euston, Wentworth, Dareton, Gol Gol, Buronga, and surrounding areas.
- Central West: Balranald, Booligal, Hillston, Euabalong, Lake Cargelligo, and surrounding areas.
- Remote Western NSW: Burtundy, Pooncarie, Menindee, Louth, Tilpa, Wilcannia, and surrounding areas.
Below is a view of current NSW traffic conditions from NSW SES website:
https://www.ses.nsw.gov.au
VIC IMPACTED REGIONS
- Remote Western Victoria:Mildura and surrounding areas.
Below is a view of current VIC traffic conditions from the VIC SES website:
WA IMPACTED REGIONS
- Remote Northern WA: Kimberley region, and surrounding areas.
Please note that the Great Northern Highway from Sandfire to Roebuck has been closed as of Friday 6th of January due to flooding in the Kimberley region. WA services from Broome to Kununurra are now closed and we will provide you with updates as soon as information is available.
Below is a view of current WA traffic conditions from the WA SES website:
Weather Conditions – 16/12/2022
Dear Customer,
Please be advised that weather conditions have improved nationally which will help in reducing service delays approaching Christmas. Some regions are still impacted by weather conditions and delays are anticipated for both road and rail services.
NATIONAL RAIL SERVICE
Rail movements out of Sydney & Brisbane remain disrupted due to track closure between Parkes and Cootamundra. Please anticipate extended delays for rail freight ex Sydney or Brisbane into Adelaide / Perth as there is approximately one hundred kilometres of track still under which prevents the ARTC to check and identify what repair works are required. The latest advice indicates the rail line will not open until late January or early February 2023.
Melbourne to Adelaide / Perth rail movements have resumed as the rail tracks have reopened at Inverleigh, VIC. Please anticipate delays on this lane and keep in mind that due to the volume of containers that were stalled around the network, additional transit days are required as carriers are still clearing backlogged volumes. Please take into consideration that NSW rail closure will add pressure on rail services out of Melbourne as freight is moving via road express services to VIC and then railed out to SA or WA.
Please note that we are working with our carriers closely to find alternate solutions such as moving freight via the road express service to minimize delays where possible. This information is subject to change based on weather conditions and track repair status. Updates will be provided as soon as notifications are received by carriers and the ARTC.
NSW IMPACTED REGIONS
- Southern Region: Wanganella, Picnic Point, Deniliquin, Stevens Weir, Wanganella, Moulamein, Balranald, and surrounding areas.
- Central West: Hay, Booligal, Hillston, Lake Cargelligo, Euabalong, Condobolin, and surrounding areas.
- New England Region: Mulgawarrina, Gongolgon, Brewarrina, and surrounding area
- Remote Western NSW: Menindee, Bourke, Louth, Tilpa, Wilcannia, and surrounding areas.
Please note that the stretch of Newell Highway between Forbes and Back Creek is still closed to all vehicles due to flooding. Updates on this situation will be provided as soon as information is available.
Below is a view of current NSW traffic
conditions from NSW
SES website:
https://www.ses.nsw.gov.au
VIC IMPACTED REGIONS
- Northern Victoria: Echuca, Barham, and surrounding area
- Remote Western Victoria: Mildura and surrounding areas.
Below is a view of current VIC traffic conditions from the VIC SES website:
Weather Conditions – 09/12/2022
Dear Customer,
Please be advised that various national regions are less impacted by adverse weather conditions and localised flooding which will help in reducing service delays approaching the holidays. Some regions are still impacted by weather conditions and delays are still anticipated for both road and rail services.
NATIONAL RAIL SERVICE
Rail movements out of Sydney & Brisbane remain disrupted due to track closure between Parkes and Cootamundra. Please anticipate extended delays for rail freight ex Sydney or Brisbane into Adelaide / Perth as there is approximately one hundred kilometres of track still under water with no real sign of significant water movement in this area to allow ARTC to check and identify what repair works are required. The latest advice indicates the rail line will not open until sometime in January 2023.
Melbourne to Adelaide / Perth rail movements have resumed with moderate capacity as the rail tracks have reopened at Inverleigh, VIC. Please anticipate delays on this lane and keep in mind that due to the volume of containers that have been stalled around the network, it is expected to take additional few days to clear the backlog. Please take into consideration that NSW rail closure will add pressure on rail services out of Melbourne as freight is moving via road express services to VIC and then railed out to SA or WA.
Please note that we are working with our carriers closely to find alternate solutions such as moving freight via the road express service to minimize delays where possible. This information is subject to change based on weather conditions and track repair status. Updates will be provided as soon as notifications are received by carriers and the ARTC.
NSW IMPACTED REGIONS
Southern Region: Corowa, Jerilderie, Wanganella, Picnic Point, Deniliquin, Stevens Weir, Wanganella, Moulamein, Balranald, and surrounding areas.
- Central West: Hay, Booligal, Hillston, Lake Cargelligo, Euabalong, Condobolin, and surrounding areas.
- New England Region: Mulgawarrina, Gongolgon, Brewarrina, Goodwins, and surrounding area
- Remote Western NSW: Menindee, Bourke, Louth, Tilpa, Wilcannia, and surrounding areas.
Please note that the stretch of Newell Highway between Forbes and Back Creek is still closed to all vehicles due to flooding. Updates on this situation will be provided as soon as information is available.
Below is a view of current NSW traffic conditions from NSW SES website:
VIC IMPACTED REGIONS
- Northern Victoria: Kerang, Echuca, Rutherglen, Corowa, Rochester, and surrounding area
- Remote Western Victoria: Mildura and surrounding areas.
Northern Victoria is still the most effected by severe weather conditions, but heavy rains and flood warnings have eased for the remaining parts of the state.
Below is a view of current VIC traffic conditions from the VIC SES website:
Weather Conditions – 30/11/2022
Dear Customer,
Please be advised that various national regions are impacted by adverse weather conditions and localised flooding which may result in delays for both road and rail services.
NATIONAL RAIL SERVICE
Rail movements out of Sydney & Brisbane remain disrupted due to track closure between Parkes and Cootamundra. Please anticipate extended delays for rail freight ex Sydney or Brisbane into Adelaide / Perth as there is approximately one hundred kilometres of track still under water with no real sign of significant water movement in this area to allow ARTC to check and identify what repair works are required. The latest advice indicates the rail line will not open until sometime in January 2023.
Melbourne to Adelaide / Perth rail movements have resumed with limited capacity as the rail tracks have reopened at Inverleigh, VIC. Please anticipate extended delays on this lane and keep in mind that due to the volume of containers that have been stalled around the network, it is expected to take a few days to clear the backlog before normal rail services to and from Melbourne resume.
Please note that we are working with our carriers closely to find alternate solutions such as moving freight via the road express service to minimize delays where possible. This information is subject to change based on weather conditions and track repair status. Updates will be provided as soon as notifications are received by carriers and the ARTC.
NSW IMPACTED REGIONS
- Southern Region: Corowa, Cobram, Yarrawonga, Tumut, Barham, Tocumwal, Gundagai, Kimovale, Hay, Darlington Point, Narrandera, Deniliquin, Barmah, Moama, Moorong, Jingellic, Holbrook, Culcairn, Mulwala, Picnic Point, Balranald, Euston, Dareton, Gol Gol, Buronga, Wentworth, Jerilderie, Wanganella, Moulamein, and surrounding areas.
- Central West: Mudgee, Quandone, Carinda, Bathurst, Hillston, Lake Cargelligo, Condobolin, Derriwong, Molong, Gooloogong, Coombing Creek, Parkes, Jemalong Weir, Warren, Walgett, Collarenebri, Bourke, Brewarrina, Nundle, Mendooran, Gilgandra, Boorowa, Bugilbone, Goangra, Aberdeen, Muswellbrook, and surrounding areas.
- New England Region: Mungindi, Warren, Nyngan, Walgett, Terry Hie Hie, Wee Waa, Narromine, Wellington, Gravesend, Pallamawalla, and surrounding area
- Remote Western NSW: Menindee, Bourke, Louth, Tilpa, Wilcannia, and surrounding areas.
Please note that the stretch of Newell Highway between Forbes and Back Creek is still closed to all vehicles due to flooding. Updates on this situation will be provided as soon as information is available.
Below is a view of current NSW traffic conditions from NSW SES website:
VIC IMPACTED REGIONS
- Northern Victoria: Kerang, Echuca, Euroa, Cobram, Yarrawonga, Rutherglen, Corowa, Rochester, Shepparton, Albury, Wodonga, and surrounding area
- Remote Western Victoria: Mildura and surrounding areas.
- Greater Melbourne Region: Lilydale, Hoddles Creek, and surrounding areas.
Northern Victoria is still the most effected by severe weather conditions, but heavy rains and flood warnings have eased for the remaining parts of the state.
Below is a view of current VIC traffic conditions from the VIC SES website:
Weather Conditions – 29/11/2022
Dear Customer,
Please be advised that various national regions are impacted by adverse weather conditions and localised flooding which may result in delays for both road and rail services.
NATIONAL RAIL SERVICE
Rail movements out of Sydney & Brisbane have been disrupted due to track closure between Parkes and Cootamundra. Please anticipate extended delays for rail freight ex Sydney or Brisbane into Adelaide / Perth as there is approximately one hundred kilometres of track still under water with no real sign of significant water movement in this area to allow ARTC to check and identify what repair works are required. The latest advice indicates the rail line will not open until sometime in January 2023.
Melbourne to Adelaide / Perth rail movements have resumed with limited capacity as the rail tracks have reopened at Inverleigh, VIC. Please anticipate extended delays on this lane and keep in mind that due to the volume of containers that have been stalled around the network, it is expected to take a week or more to clear the backlog before normal rail services to and from Melbourne resume.
Please note that we are working with our carriers closely to find alternate solutions such as moving freight via the road express service to minimize delays where possible. This information is subject to change based on weather conditions and track repair status. Updates will be provided as soon as notifications are received by carriers and the ARTC.
NSW IMPACTED REGIONS
- Southern Region: Corowa, Cobram, Yarrawonga, Tumut, Barham, Tocumwal, Gundagai, Kimovale, Hay, Darlington Point, Narrandera, Deniliquin, Barmah, Moama, Moorong, Jingellic, Holbrook, Culcairn, Mulwala, Picnic Point, Balranald, Euston, Dareton, Gol Gol, Buronga, Wentworth, Jerilderie, Wanganella, Moulamein, and surrounding areas.
- Central West: Mudgee, Quandone, Carinda, Bathurst, Hillston, Lake Cargelligo, Condobolin, Derriwong, Molong, Gooloogong, Coombing Creek, Parkes, Jemalong Weir, Warren, Walgett, Collarenebri, Bourke, Brewarrina, Nundle, Mendooran, Gilgandra, Boorowa, Bugilbone, Goangra, Aberdeen, Muswellbrook, and surrounding areas.
- New England Region: Mungindi, Warren, Nyngan, Walgett, Terry Hie Hie, Wee Waa, Narromine, Wellington, Gravesend, Pallamawalla, and surrounding area
- Remote Western NSW: Menindee, Bourke, Louth, Tilpa, Wilcannia, and surrounding areas.
Please note that the stretch of Newell Highway between Forbes and Back Creek is still closed to all vehicles due to flooding. Updates on this situation will be provided as soon as information is available.
Below is a view of current NSW traffic conditions from NSW SES website:
VIC IMPACTED REGIONS
- Northern Victoria: Kerang, Echuca, Euroa, Cobram, Yarrawonga, Rutherglen, Corowa, Rochester, Shepparton, Albury, Wodonga, and surrounding areas.
- Greater Melbourne Region: Lilydale, Hoddles Creek, and surrounding areas.
Northern Victoria is still the most effected by severe weather conditions, but heavy rains and flood warnings have eased for the remaining parts of the state.
Below is a view of current VIC traffic conditions from the VIC SES website:
Weather Conditions – 28/11/2022
Dear Customer,
Please be advised that various national regions are impacted by adverse weather conditions and localised flooding which may result in delays for both road and rail services.
NATIONAL RAIL SERVICE
Rail movements out of Sydney & Brisbane have been disrupted due to track closure between Parkes and Cootamundra. Please anticipate extended delays for rail freight ex Sydney or Brisbane into Adelaide / Perth as there is approximately one hundred kilometres of track still under water with no real sign of significant water movement in this area to allow ARTC to check and identify what repair works are required. The latest advice indicates the rail line will not open until sometime in January 2023.
Melbourne to Adelaide / Perth rail movements have resumed with limited capacity as the rail tracks have reopened at Inverleigh, VIC. Please anticipate extended delays on this lane and keep in mind that due to the volume of containers that have been stalled around the network, it is expected to take a week or more to clear the backlog before normal rail services to and from Melbourne resume.
Please note that we are working with our carriers closely to find alternate solutions such as moving freight via the road express service to minimize delays where possible. This information is subject to change based on weather conditions and track repair status. Updates will be provided as soon as notifications are received by carriers and the ARTC.
STURT HIGHWAY REOPENED
The Sturt Highway west of Wagga is now open entirely after the remaining flood-enforced closure along the major thoroughfare was lifted on Friday afternoon. Road freight movements between Sydney and Adelaide via road no longer need to divert via Melbourne.
NSW IMPACTED REGIONS
- Southern Region: Corowa, Cobram, Yarrawonga, Tumut, Barham, Tocumwal, Gundagai, Kimovale, Hay, Darlington Point, Narrandera, Deniliquin, Barmah, Moama, Moorong, Jingellic, Holbrook, Culcairn, Mulwala, Picnic Point, Balranald, Euston, Dareton, Gol Gol, Buronga, Wentworth, Jerilderie, Wanganella, Moulamein, and surrounding areas.
- Central West: Mudgee, Quandone, Carinda, Bathurst, Hillston, Lake Cargelligo, Condobolin, Derriwong, Molong, Gooloogong, Coombing Creek, Parkes, Jemalong Weir, Warren, Walgett, Collarenabri, Bourke, Brewarrina, Nundle, Mendooran, Gilgandra, Boorowa, Bugilbone, Goangra, Aberdeen, Muswellbrook, and surrounding areas.
- New England Region: Mungindi, Warren, Nyngan, Walgett, Terry Hie Hie, Wee Waa, Narromine, Wellington, Gravesend, Pallamawalla, and surrounding area
- Remote Western NSW: Menindee, Bourke, Louth, Tilpa, Wilcannia, and surrounding areas.
Please note that the stretch of Newell Highway between Forbes and Back Creek is still closed to all vehicles due to flooding. Updates on this situation will be provided as soon as information is available.
Below is a view of current NSW traffic conditions from NSW SES website:
VIC IMPACTED REGIONS
- Northern Victoria: Kerang, Inglewood, Avoca, Echuca, Euroa, Cobram, Yarrawonga, Rutherglen, Corowa, Rochester, Shepparton, Albury, Wodonga, and surrounding areas.
- Greater Melbourne Region: Lilydale, Hoddles Creek, and surrounding areas.
Northern Victoria is still the most effected by severe weather conditions, but heavy rains and flood warnings have eased for the remaining parts of the state.
Below is a view of current VIC traffic conditions from the VIC SES website:
Weather Conditions – 25/11/2022
Dear Customer,
Please be advised that various national regions are impacted by adverse weather conditions and localised flooding which may result in delays for both road and rail services.
NATIONAL RAIL SERVICE
Rail movements out of Sydney & Brisbane have been disrupted due to track closure between Parkes and Cootamundra. Please anticipate extended delays for rail freight ex Sydney or Brisbane into Adelaide / Perth as there is approximately one hundred kilometres of track still under water with no real sign of significant water movement in this area to allow ARTC to check and identify what repair works are required. The latest advice indicates the rail line will not open until sometime in January 2023.
Melbourne to Adelaide / Perth rail movements have resumed with limited capacity as the rail tracks have reopened at Inverleigh, VIC. Please anticipate extended delays on this lane and keep in mind that due to the volume of containers that have been stalled around the network, it is expected to take a week or more to clear the backlog before normal rail services to and from Melbourne resume.
Please note that we are working with our carriers closely to find alternate solutions such as moving freight via the road express service to minimize delays where possible. This information is subject to change based on weather conditions and track repair status. Updates will be provided as soon as notifications are received by carriers and the ARTC.
STURT HIGHWAY CLOSURE
Due to flooding on the Sturt Highway, road movements Ex Sydney to Adelaide have been diverted through Victoria which will impact transit times adding an additional 24 hours.
We anticipate at this stage the road will be impassable for at least the next 24 hours. We will continue to provide you with regular updates as new information is available.
NSW IMPACTED REGIONS
- Southern Region: Corowa, Cobram, Yarrawonga, Tumut, Barham, Tocumwal, Gundagai, Kimovale, Hay, Darlington Point, Narrandera, Deniliquin, Barmah, Moama, Moorong, Jingellic, Holbrook, Culcairn, Mulwala, Picnic Point, Balranald, Euston, Dareton, Gol Gol, Buronga, Wentworth, Jerilderie, Wanganella, Moulamein, and surrounding areas.
- Central West: Mudgee, Quandone, Carinda, Bathurst, Hillston, Lake Cargelligo, Condobolin, Derriwong, Forbes, Molong, Eugowra, Gooloogong, Canowindra, Coombing Creek, Parkes, Jemalong Weir, Warren, Walgett, Wee Waa, Collarenabri, Bourke, Brewarrina, Nundle, Cootamundra, Mendooran, Gilgandra, Boorowa, Bugilbone, Goangra, Aberdeen, Muswellbrook, and surrounding areas.
- New England Region: Mungindi, Warren, Nyngan, Walgett, Terry Hie Hie, Wee Waa, Narromine, Wellington, Gravesend, Pallamawalla, and surrounding areas.
- Remote Western NSW: Menindee, Bourke, Louth, Tilpa, Wilcannia, and surrounding areas.
Please note that the stretch of Newell Highway between Forbes and Back Creek is still closed to all vehicles due to flooding. Updates on this situation will be provided as soon as information is available.
Below is a view of current NSW traffic conditions from NSW SES website:
VIC IMPACTED REGIONS
- Northern Victoria: St Arnaud, Kerang, Inglewood, Avoca, Echuca, Euroa, Cobram, Yarrawonga, Rutherglen, Corowa, Rochester, Shepparton, Albury, Wodonga, Culgoa, and surrounding areas.
- Central Regional Victoria: Yea, Marysville, and surrounding areas.
- South-eastern Victoria: Alexandra, Jamieson, Warragul, Rosedale, and surrounding areas.
- Greater Melbourne Region: Lilydale, Hoddles Creek, and surrounding areas.
Northern Victoria is still the most effected by severe weather conditions, but heavy rains and flood warnings have reduced for the remaining parts of the state.
Below is a view of current VIC traffic conditions from the VIC SES website:
Weather Conditions – 24/11/2022
Dear Customer,
Please be advised that various national regions are impacted by adverse weather conditions and localised flooding which may result in delays for both road and rail services.
NATIONAL RAIL SERVICE
Rail movements out of Sydney & Brisbane have been disrupted due to track closure between Parkes and Cootamundra. Please anticipate extended delays for rail freight ex Sydney or Brisbane into Adelaide / Perth as there is approximately one hundred kilometres of track still under water with no real sign of significant water movement in this area to allow ARTC to check and identify what repair works are required. The latest advice indicates the rail line will not open until sometime in January 2023.
Melbourne to Adelaide / Perth rail movements have resumed with limited capacity as the rail tracks have reopened at Inverleigh, VIC. Please anticipate extended delays on this lane and keep in mind that due to the volume of containers that have been stalled around the network, it is expected to take a week or more to clear the backlog before normal rail services to and from Melbourne resume.
Please note that we are working with our carriers closely to find alternate solutions such as moving freight via the road express service to minimize delays where possible. This information is subject to change based on weather conditions and track repair status. Updates will be provided as soon as notifications are received by carriers and the ARTC.
STURT HIGHWAY CLOSURE
Due to flooding on the Sturt Highway, road movements Ex Sydney to Adelaide have been diverted through Victoria which will impact transit times adding an additional 24 hours.
We anticipate at this stage the road will be impassable for at least the next 24 hours. We will continue to provide you with regular updates as new information is available.
NSW IMPACTED REGIONS
- Southern Region: Corowa, Cobram, Yarrawonga, Tumut, Barham, Tocumwal, Gundagai, Kimovale, Hay, Darlington Point, Narrandera, Deniliquin, Barmah, Moama, Moorong, Jingellic, Holbrook, Culcairn, Mulwala, Picnic Point, Balranald, Euston, Dareton, Gol Gol, Buronga, Wentworth, Jerilderie, Wanganella, Moulamein, and surrounding areas.
- Central West: Mudgee, Quandone, Carinda, Bathurst, Hillston, Lake Cargelligo, Condobolin, Derriwong, Forbes, Molong, Eugowra, Gooloogong, Canowindra, Coombing Creek, Parkes, Jemalong Weir, Warren, Walgett, Wee Waa, Collarenabri, Bourke, Brewarrina, Nundle, Cootamundra, Mendooran, Gilgandra, Boorowa, Bugilbone, Goangra, Aberdeen, Muswellbrook, and surrounding areas.
- New England Region: Mungindi, Warren, Nyngan, Walgett, Terry Hie Hie, Wee Waa, Narromine, Wellington, Gravesend, Pallamawalla, and surrounding areas.
- Remote Western NSW: Menindee, Bourke, Louth, Tilpa, Wilcannia, and surrounding areas.
Please note that the stretch of Newell Highway between Forbes and Back Creek is still closed to all vehicles due to flooding. Updates on this situation will be provided as soon as information is available.
Below is a view of current NSW traffic conditions from NSW SES website:
VIC IMPACTED REGIONS
- Northern Victoria: St Arnaud, Kerang, Inglewood, Avoca, Echuca, Euroa, Cobram, Yarrawonga, Rutherglen, Corowa, Falls Creek, Bogong, Rochester, Shepparton, Albury, Wodonga, Daylesford, Creswick, Culgoa, and surrounding areas.
- Central Regional Victoria: Yea, Marysville, and surrounding areas.
- South-eastern Victoria: Alexandra, Jamieson, Warragul, Rosedale, and surrounding areas.
- Greater Melbourne Region: Lilydale, Hoddles Creek, and surrounding areas.
Northern Victoria is still the most effected by severe weather conditions, but heavy rains and flood warnings have reduced for the remaining parts of the state.
Below is a view of current VIC traffic conditions from the VIC SES website:
Weather Conditions – 23/11/2022
Dear Customer,
Please be advised that various national regions are impacted by adverse weather conditions and localised flooding which may result in delays for both road and rail services.
NATIONAL RAIL SERVICE
Rail movements out of Sydney & Brisbane have been disrupted due to track closure between Parkes and Cootamundra. Please anticipate extended delays for rail freight ex Sydney or Brisbane into Adelaide / Perth as there is approximately one hundred kilometres of track still under water with no real sign of significant water movement in this area to allow ARTC to check and identify what repair works are required. The latest advice indicates the rail line will not open until sometime in January 2023.
Melbourne to Adelaide / Perth rail movements are expected to resume today with limited capacity as the rail tracks would reopen at Inverleigh, VIC. Please anticipate extended delays on this lane and keep in mind that due to the volume of containers that have been stalled around the network, it is expected to take a week or more to clear the backlog before normal services to and from Melbourne resume.
Please note that we are working with our carriers closely to find alternate solutions such as moving freight via the road express service to minimize delays where possible. This information is subject to change based on weather conditions and track repair status. Updates will be provided as soon as notifications are received by carriers and the ARTC.
STURT HIGHWAY CLOSURE
Due to flooding on the Sturt Highway, road movements Ex Sydney to Adelaide have been diverted through Victoria which will impact transit times adding an additional 24 hours.
We anticipate at this stage the road will be impassable for at least the next 48 hours. We will continue to provide you with regular updates as new information is available.
NSW IMPACTED REGIONS
- Southern Region: Corowa, Cobram, Yarrawonga, Tumut, Barham, Tocumwal, Gundagai, Kimovale, Hay, Darlington Point, Narrandera, Deniliquin, Barmah, Moama, Moorong, Jingellic, Holbrook, Culcairn, Mulwala, Picnic Point, Balranald, Euston, Dareton, Gol Gol, Buronga, Wentworth, Jerilderie, Wanganella, Moulamein, and surrounding areas.
- Central West: Mudgee, Quandone, Carinda, Bathurst, Hillston, Lake Cargelligo, Condobolin, Derriwong, Forbes, Molong, Eugowra, Gooloogong, Canowindra, Coombing Creek, Parkes, Jemalong Weir, Dubbo, Warren, Walgett, Wee Waa, Collarenabri, Bourke, Brewarrina, Nundle, Cootamundra, Mendooran, Gilgandra, Boorowa, Bugilbone, Goangra, Aberdeen, Muswellbrook, and surrounding areas.
- New England Region: Mungindi, Warren, Nyngan, Walgett, Terry Hie Hie, Wee Waa, Narromine, Wellington, Gravesend, Pallamawalla, and surrounding areas.
- Remote Western NSW: Menindee, Bourke, Louth, Tilpa, Wilcannia, and surrounding areas.
Please note that the stretch of Newell Highway between Forbes and Wyalong is still closed to all vehicles due to flooding. Updates on this situation will be provided as soon as information is available.
Below is a view of current NSW traffic conditions from NSW SES website:
VIC IMPACTED REGIONS
- Northern Victoria: St Arnaud, Kerang, Inglewood, Avoca, Echuca, Euroa, Cobram, Yarrawonga, Rutherglen, Corowa, Falls Creek, Bogong, Rochester, Shepparton, Albury, Wodonga, Daylesford, Creswick, Beaufort, Myrtleford, Culgoa, and surrounding areas.
- Central Regional Victoria: Broadford, Yea, Marysville, Seymour, Kilmore, and surrounding areas.
- South-eastern Victoria: Alexandra, Jamieson, Buchan, Snowy River downstream of McKillops Bridge, and surrounding areas.
- Greater Melbourne Region: Lilydale, Hoddles Creek, and surrounding areas.
Northern Victoria is still the most effected by severe weather conditions and flood warnings are still in place.
Below is a view of current VIC traffic conditions from the VIC SES website:
W/C 21 November
National Rail Service
Rail movements out of Sydney & Brisbane have been disrupted due to track closure between Parkes and Cootamundra. Please anticipate extended delays for rail freight ex Sydney or Brisbane into Adelaide / Perth as the track is not expected to reopen until the first week of December. Rail service has also been impacted ex Brisbane to Melbourne due to flooding at Gunning, NSW.
Rail derailment at Inverleigh, VIC has disrupted rail movements from Melbourne to Adelaide / Perth and no timeline has been provided on when this rail track would reopen. Please keep in mind that this route was the backup plan for rail disruptions out of Sydney where freight was moved via road to Melbourne and then vial rail to Perth. This event will likely cause shortages and delays on road services as trucks will try to alleviate the demand surplus caused by the suspension of rail services East to West.
Please note that we are working with our carriers closely to find alternate solutions such as moving freight via the road express service to minimize delays where possible. This information is subject to change based on weather conditions and track repair status. Updates will be provided as soon as notifications are received by carriers and the ARTC.
STURT HIGHWAY CLOSURE
Due to flooding on the Sturt Highway, road movements Ex Sydney to Adelaide have been diverted through Victoria which will impact transit times adding an additional 24 hours for delivery times.
We anticipate at this stage the road will be impassable for 7 Days. We will continue to provide you with regular updates as new information is available.
NSW IMPACTED REGIONS
⦁ Southern Region: Corowa, Cobram, Yarrawonga, Tumut, Barham, Tocumwal, Gundagai, Wagga Wagga, Kimovale, Hay, Darlington Point, Narrandera, Deniliquin, Barmah, Moama, Moorong, Booroowa, Jingellic, Holbrook, Culcairn, Mulwala, Picnic Point, Balranald, Euston, Dareton, Gol Gol, Buronga, Wentworth, and surrounding areas.
⦁ Central West: Gunning, Mudgee, Quandone, Carinda, Bathurst, Hillston, Lake Cargelligo, Condobolin, Derriwong, Forbes, Molong, Eugowra, Gooloogong, Canowindra, Cowra, Coombing Creek, Parkes, Woodstock, Jemalong Weir, Dubbo, Warren, Walgett, Wee Waa, Collarenabri, Bourke, Brewarrina, Nundle, Cootamundra, Mendooran, Gilgandra, Boorowa, Gunnedah, Bugilbone, Goangra, Aberdeen, Muswellbrook, and surrounding areas.
⦁ New England Region: Mungindi, Warren, Nyngan, Walgett, Terry Hie Hie, Narrabri, Wee Waa, Narromine, Wellington, Gravesend, Pallamawalla, and surrounding areas.
⦁ Newcastle Region: Maitland and surrounding areas.
⦁ Remote Western NSW: Menindee, Bourke, Louth, Tilpa, Wilcannia, and surrounding areas.
Please note that the stretch of Newell Highway between Forbes and Back Creek is still closed to all vehicles due to heavy rain causing further flooding. Updates on this situation will be provided as soon as information is available.
Below is a view of current NSW traffic conditions from NSW SES website:
VIC IMPACTED REGIONS
⦁ Northern Victoria: St Arnaud, Maldon, Kerang, Inglewood, Castlemaine, Maryborough, Avoca, Echuca, Euroa, Cobram, Yarrawonga, Rutherglen, Corowa, Falls Creek, Bogong, Bendigo, Rochester, Shepparton, Albury, Wodonga, Daylesford, Creswick, Beaufort, Molyulah, Tarrawingee, Glenn Creek, Myrtleford, Culgoa, and surrounding areas.
⦁ Central Regional Victoria: Broadford, Yea, Marysville, Seymour, and surrounding areas.
⦁ South-eastern Victoria: Alexandra, Mansfield, Jamieson, Bairnsdale, Biggara, Bringenbrong, Buchan, Snowy River downstream of McKillops Bridge, and surrounding areas.
⦁ Greater Melbourne Region: Bacchus Marsh, Melton, Doncaster, Lilydale, Healesville, Hoddles Creek, and surrounding areas.
Northern Victoria is still the most effected by severe weather conditions and flood warnings are still in place.
Below is a view of current VIC traffic conditions from the VIC SES website:
https://emergency.vic.gov.au/respond
