Victoria's State Roads Deteriorate Despite Funding

The Victorian Auditor General’s Office (VAGO) has released a report revealing that almost half of all state roads in Victoria are in poor or very poor condition. This marks an increase from 39 percent in 2021 to 48 percent in 2024, despite significant funding for transport infrastructure.

The VAGO report highlights the growing road maintenance backlog and rising costs as major challenges. The Department of Transport and Planning has advised that current funding is insufficient to maintain or improve state roads effectively. This situation forces a focus on reactive repairs rather than preventative measures.

For tradespeople, this means increased demand for urgent repair work but limited opportunities for proactive maintenance projects. Regional areas are particularly affected, with 82 percent of state roads located there and facing acute concerns over road conditions.

Source: Sourceable. Summarised by QuoteTrades.