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Junee Rail Shutdown Begins as Kemp Street Bridge Girder Work Resumes
A major rail shutdown is underway in Junee as crews return to bridge girder work, carry out railway maintenance and temporarily close the Olympic Highway underpass, concentrating local traffic through the centre of town.
YuToday Staff
· 1 min read · September 11, 2026
Key takeaways
- A 700-tonne crane has returned to the Kemp Street bridge site as crews prepare to continue installing large concrete girders.
- The work is taking place during Inland Rail's latest 96-hour track possession, alongside construction and maintenance at several locations around Junee.
- The Olympic Highway underpass closed on Friday evening and is scheduled to remain closed until 6 a.m.
Major Construction Across Junee
A 700-tonne crane has returned to the Kemp Street bridge site as crews prepare to continue installing large concrete girders. The work is taking place during Inland Rail's latest 96-hour track possession, alongside construction and maintenance at several locations around Junee.
Olympic Highway Underpass Closed
The Olympic Highway underpass closed on Friday evening and is scheduled to remain closed until 6 a.m. Monday. With the Kemp Street bridge already unavailable, the closure leaves the central level crossing as the main road connection between the eastern and western sides of Junee during the shutdown.
Train Passengers Also Affected
Rail travelers are also facing disruption, with coaches replacing Sydney-to-Melbourne XPT services during the track possession. Residents and motorists have been advised to expect construction noise, additional truck movements, traffic congestion and changes to local access while the work continues.