Meet Tom from Tarwin. Living in the valley means he’s got experience when it comes to driving safely in heavy rain and floods.

Before you drive in floodwater, hear what Tom’s got to say – and get the undiluted facts.

Avoid Mickleham Road, Craigieburn in both directions due to flooding near Cookes Road. Emergency services are directing traffic. Use Aitken Boulevard or Oaklands Road as alternatives. Drive with caution and allow extra time. #victraffic

Delays around Frankston with flooding on Cranbourne Road near the Moorooduc Highway. Never drive through flooded roads. Delay your trip if possible. Allow plenty of extra time getting to your destination with heavy rain across Victoria. #victraffic

Traffic lights are flashing yellow on Hoddle Street at Victoria Parade, due to a fault caused by the rain. Several sets of lights also out across the city . If you encounter traffic lights out proceed with caution using the same rules as at a stop or give way sign. #victraffic

Did someone say #freetravel for #seniors ?!

From 2 Oct to 9 Oct, take advantage of free PT with your Seniors myki & Victorian Seniors card. Explore Melbourne and regional Victoria or experience the many live Seniors Festival events.

Plan your journey at ptv.vic.gov.au/seniorsfestival.

As at 11:00am today, in the past 24 hours our volunteers have responded to over 300 requests for assistance, with heavy rainfall and flooding impacting communities across the state. If you need assistance, call 132 500.

And remember: Never drive through flood water.

While the best advice for driving during floods is to avoid it altogether, if you need to drive when it’s raining, there are some things you can do to stay safe.
- Turn on your headlights
- Slow down
- Be alert for changing conditions
For more info visit: go.vic.gov.au/tUlw6v.

New, more accessible trams are coming to Melbourne's west.

The new low-floor trams will be rolled-out from 2025 on routes 57, 59 & 82, providing better access for people with mobility needs and those travelling with prams. Learn more: bit.ly/3SBvhIB Yarra Trams

A safer and stronger Iguana Creek Bridge 🌉

We’ve replaced the old timber bridge over Iguana Creek on Bairnsdale-Dargo Rd with a stronger concrete bridge - improving everyone's safety & providing greater accessibility to the high country.

Learn more: go.vic.gov.au/fP1n8w

Road safety isn’t just about penalising motorists who do the wrong thing – it is also about rewarding those who do the right thing.

If you haven't incurred any demerits or other offences for 3 years prior to your renewal, VicRoads will reward you with 25% off your licence.

We've identified a missing link in the #AnniversaryTrail at Toorak Rd and are investigating four proposed designs to improve connectivity.

Share your thoughts on the Anniversary Trial designs here: bit.ly/3fv3E5j
Feedback closes 28 October, 2022.

📣 #Queenscliff & #StLeonards locals. We're running a controlled exercise (4 – 6 Oct) to practice responding to a marine pollution incident. Please be aware that boats & aviation may be present. There will be no impacts to safety or the environment: bit.ly/3CcALDV

Regional Roads Victoria have released draft designs for #BlackForestDrive between #Woodend and #Macedon for your feedback.

Visit bit.ly/3rtlCbg check out our draft designs and help shape the future of Black Forest Drive.

Feedback closes 5pm, 31 Oct.

Interested in helping young people gain valuable driving experience?
Become an L2P volunteer mentor!
- You'll need 21+
- Hold a current, full driver's licence
- Be medically fit to drive
- And have a satisfactory driver licence history report
Apply today bit.ly/3eWkRo6

Always be alert near railway crossings.

And always obey the stop signs.

Fines of $3,698 could apply.

bit.ly/3RfqviD

Just like that, school holidays are over, and school speed zones are back in place from 3 Oct.

Please slow down, and drive safely around schools.

📣 #Queenscliff & #StLeonards locals. We're running a controlled exercise (4 – 6 Oct) to practice responding to a marine pollution incident. Please be aware that boats & aviation may be present. There will be no impacts to safety or the environment: bit.ly/3CcALDV

This time of year marks the start of breeding season which means our favourite furry friends are very active.

Keep alert for animals on roads - especially during dawn and dusk.