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Update 20 - Acton tunnel open

The westbound lanes of Parkes Way are now open to traffic. The site has been declared safe by WorkSafe ACT following an extensive clean-up operation as a result of the...

Update 19 - Acton tunnel damage

The truck and excavator have been removed from the Acton tunnel. WorkSafe ACT will now conduct a roadworthiness assessment of the truck and confirm the excavator is well...

Update 18 - Acton tunnel damage

The removal of the truck and excavator is progressing slowly due to the significant safety precautions required when dealing with asbestos. A removal plan has been...

Update 17 - Acton tunnel damage

Throughout the night extensive clean-up work was completed within the tunnel, with the removal of more than 120 affected panels. Collectively these weigh over 10...

Update 16 - Acton tunnel road closures

The tunnel remains closed to westbound traffic on Parkes Way while the cleanup operation continues. The speed limit on the eastbound lanes of Parkes Way has been...

Update 15 - Acton tunnel damage

Crews will continue to work through the night to address the damage in the Acton tunnel following the truck collision on Tuesday. Workers have successfully dislodged the...

Update 12 - Acton tunnel damage

The truck has been freed from the roof and has been repositioned within the Acton tunnel. The truck and excavator will now be decontaminated. This process is expected to...

Update 11 - Acton tunnel damage

Work is underway to remove the truck from the Acton tunnel. Misting spray is being used to stop any fibres from escaping the tunnel. Licensed asbestos removalists and...