South Yarra Network Upgrade

As part of works to provide a new power supply for nearby developments, we will be carrying out service investigation and preparatory works for the installation of new underground power cables on the following streets in South Yarra:

• Garden Street
• Surrey Road
• Cromwell Road
• Hawksburn Road
• Cassel Road
• Williams Road

These works will involve excavation activities to locate and investigate existing underground services, as well as prepare for the installation of new infrastructure.

While investigation works are underway, temporary lane closures will be in place to maintain a safe work area. Traffic controllers will safely manage traffic flow through the work area.

Following completion of the investigation works, crews will return to install new underground power cables.

Future stages of the project will require temporary road closures and changes to traffic conditions. Further information will be provided to affected residents, businesses and stakeholders before these works commence.

Works are scheduled to commence on Monday 3 August 2026 and continue until the end of 2026.

Standard working hours will be 7:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday.

Occasionally, weekend or night works may be required to safely complete the project or minimise impacts on traffic. If this occurs, we will notify nearby residents and businesses in advance.

During this period, our crews will undertake investigation works on existing underground power infrastructure and install new electrical assets at various locations throughout the project area. Please refer to the map below for the planned work locations.

• Traffic management will be in place to safely guide cyclists and pedestrians around the work areas. Please observe all signage and directions from traffic controllers.
• During the early stages of the project, access to local homes and businesses will be maintained while works are underway. During later stages, there may be times when we need to work across driveways or walkways. If this is required, CitiPower staff will contact affected property owners and occupants directly to discuss access arrangements.
• Some planned power outages will be required as part of these works. Customers affected by any outages will be notified in advance through CitiPower’s standard notification process.
• Some of this work will be noisy. We appreciate your patience and understanding while we complete these essential works.
• Please note that work schedules are subject to change and may be extended or rescheduled due to weather conditions or other unforeseen circumstances.