New classification system for fire-impacted roads

Published on 18 February 2026

Council has introduced a new road classification system to help manage access safely while recovery works continue. This system allows essential and authorised users including residents to move through the area.

Find out what classification your road is:

• Open – Unrestricted: Fully accessible to all users
• Open – Restricted: Open under traffic management due to hazards
• Road Closed – Authorised Access (local traffic only): Limited access such as residents, emergency response, essential services, farming support and waste services (daylight hours only)
• Road Closed – No Access: Unsafe for all traffic except emergency services
• Conditional Access: Access only with prior notification to, or supervision by, Council

Importantly, Ghin Ghin Road (to Highlands Hall) has now reopened under temporary speed restrictions following recent impacts from the Longwood Fire.

While crews continue tree management and safety works across the fire‑affected area, please drive with care and follow all signage in place.

Visit our Road access and closures page for a full list of impacted roads.