General News
6 March, 2026
New roundabout for hospital precinct
CONSTRUCTION will begin this month on a new roundabout at the intersection of Koroit and Ryot streets.
It is anticipated the new roundabout will improve driver and pedestrian safety around the hospital precinct, with work due to start the week of March 16.
It is expected the construction will be completed by the end of May, weather permitting.
The project is supported by the state government with a $400,000 grant via the Safe Local Roads and Streets Program, while Warrnambool City Council will also contribute up to $400,000.
As well as a new roundabout, the project includes pedestrian islands, accessible footpaths, five additional car parking spaces as well as road surface, kerb and drainage improvements.
Warrnambool mayor Cr Ben Blain said that the project would create calmer and more predictable traffic.
“It’s a busy part of Warrnambool that’s only going to get busier once the $396.1 million hospital redevelopment is completed,” he said.
“Koroit Street is one of the busiest roads in the city with over 8,300 vehicle movements between Ryot and Hider streets daily.
“This project will make it a lot safer for people to cross the road and get to or from the hospital, especially older residents, children, people using mobility aids or pushing a pram.
“The new roundabout will make it easier to drive in the area too, especially if you are looking to turn right onto Koroit Street.”
While construction is under way, there will be some temporary changes to traffic conditions.
Entry from Koroit Street into Ryot Street will be closed for the duration of the works.
Access will be available via Lava Street or Kruger Street.
Koroit Street and Ryot Street (south of Koroit Street) will remain open in both directions.
Vehicles will share a single lane under traffic control, with stop-go arrangements in place as required.
Anyone not looking to visit the hospital precinct is advised to use an alternative route.
The new roundabout means the bus stop will also move approximately 100 metres west along Koroit Street.
