Road Conditions

Western Australia

North West Coastal Highway 

The North West Coastal Highway has reopened after Cyclone Narelle, which is great news for guests heading north. 

Kalbarri (Ajna-Kalbarri Road)

Kalbarri town and coastal area is open for business. Despite Cyclone Narelle tracking nearby, Kalbarri itself has come through in reasonable condition. The Kalbarri National Park gorge walks and coastal cliffs remain accessible.

Local roads access: https://www.northampton.wa.gov.au/news/tc-narelle-travel-information-update-2-02-april-2026/313    

Shark Bay (Shark Bay Road)

Shark Bay is open for business and warmly welcoming visitors. 

Local roads access: https://www.sharkbay.wa.gov.au/.../road-conditions.aspx 

Upper Gascoyne / Murchison 

Local roads access:

Upper Gascoyne: https://www.uppergascoyne.wa.gov.au/roadreport/ 

Murchison: https://www.murchison.wa.gov.au/road-condition-report.aspx 

Meekatharra: https://www.meekashire.wa.gov.au/.../road-conditions.aspx

Exmouth and Coral Bay

Cyclone Narelle has caused considerable damage to the town of Exmouth, however the town is open. Please refer to the Main Roads WA Travel Map for information.   

Gibb River Road

The Gibb River Road is open, however Mitchell River National Park is closed.

Northern Territory 

Victoria Highway

Victoria Highway is open. Always check ahead on the Northern Territory Road Map for current conditions for all access roads. 

Stuart Highway 

The Stuart Highway corridor is currently open.

South Australia

Stuart Highway remains open throughout South Australia. Please check the Traffic SA website for current closures. 

Birdsville Track

Most sections closed.