Proposed interim changes to Odgers Road, Virginia

Council is proposing an interim one-way traffic arrangement on Odgers Road between O’Loughlin Road and Sophia Street.

We want to understand community views on the proposed interim arrangement, how it may affect residents and road users, and what Council should consider before making a final decision.

Community engagement open until 6 December 2026.

Background

As Virginia grows, the way people use local roads continues to change. Roads that once served a smaller community are now supporting more residents, different traffic movements and the needs of a growing township.

Council has been investing in Virginia’s road network, including upgrades to the main street, improvements to Bevan Road and most recently, an upgrade of Sheedy Road from a rural to urban road standard.

We also recognise that further improvements to roads will be needed as the township continues to develop.

Odgers Road is one of those roads, and we’ve heard from local residents who want to see changes.

After feedback from residents, Council is progressing plans for a longer-term upgrade of Odgers Road and O’Loughlin Road, funded through the 2026/27 Annual Business Plan. However, this will take time to complete, with construction subject to future funding.

To respond to residents’ concerns about Odgers Road while planning for its longer-term upgrade, Council is seeking community feedback on a proposed interim one-way traffic arrangement between O’Loughlin Road and Sophia Street.

What would change?

Under the proposal, vehicles would travel eastbound only, entering from O’Loughlin Road and continuing towards Sophia Street.

This would prevent vehicles travelling in opposite directions from having to pass each other on the road, providing a clearer and more predictable arrangement for road users.

The proposal would also change bin collection arrangements for residents on the southern side of Odgers Road, who would need to place their bins on the northern roadside for collection.

Why we want to hear from you.

We want to understand whether the community supports this interim arrangement, what impacts it may have on residents and road users, and what Council should consider before making a decision.

Importantly, the proposed one-way arrangement would not replace the longer-term upgrade. Council is separately preparing a detailed design for the upgrade of Odgers Road and O’Loughlin Road.

We encourage you to read the frequently asked questions for more information about the proposal and share your views. 

You can provide share your views by completing the survey or downloading a hard copy in the document library on this page and return to us.