MELBOURNE, Australia — A serious collision on Melbourne’s M80 Ring Road caused major traffic disruption on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, with Greensborough-bound lanes closed near Sydney Road.
VicTraffic reported the incident in the area of the Hume Freeway, where emergency services attended as traffic restrictions were put in place.
Greensborough-Bound M80 Lanes Closed
The incident initially resulted in two Greensborough-bound lanes being closed while emergency crews worked at the scene.
The closure later expanded to the entire Greensborough-bound carriageway near Sydney Road, creating significant delays for motorists travelling toward Greensborough.
VicTraffic warned that the closure could continue through the afternoon peak.
Traffic Queues Stretch Toward Tullamarine
The crash caused traffic to build back toward the Tullamarine Freeway, with reported delays of more than 50 minutes.
Drivers heading toward Greensborough were encouraged to leave the M80 earlier where possible and consider alternative roads to avoid the affected section.
Motorists were also asked to follow directions from traffic controllers and emergency personnel around the closure.
Alternative Routes for Melbourne Drivers
VicTraffic provided alternative options for motorists approaching the affected area.
One suggested route involved exiting near Sydney Road and using Mahoneys Road and Edgars Road before reconnecting with the M80.
Other alternatives were available for drivers approaching from the Tullamarine Freeway, depending on their destination and traffic conditions.
Injuries and Crash Details Not Confirmed
Although the collision was described as serious, the available traffic updates did not confirm how many vehicles were involved or whether anyone was injured.
The cause of the collision had also not been released in the information available for this report.
Further details could become available once emergency services and authorities complete their work at the scene.
M80 Accident Causes Major Disruption
The crash was separate from planned roadworks and closures connected with the broader M80 Ring Road and Greensborough Bypass project.
Traffic conditions can change quickly as emergency crews clear the scene and lanes reopen. Drivers travelling through the area should check current traffic information and follow instructions from authorities.
Further updates are expected as the response to the collision continues.
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