Gisborne Residents Update
This page is dedicated to keeping Gisborne residents informed about the progress of both internal and external construction at Rosalia. Here, you’ll find the latest timelines and important notices as we work to bring this development to life. If you would like to be notified of on-going updates, please fill out the form at the bottom of this page.
Drainage Reserve
Details
Delivery of sediment and wetland retarding basins to cater for drainage from the Rosalia development. Landscaping will take place following civil works.
Duration
April 2025 – June 2026*
Ross Watt Road / Swinburne Avenue Intersection
Details
Upgrade of Ross Watt Road / Swinburne Avenue T-intersection, including the installation of a right-hand turning lane from Ross Watt Road travelling east into Swinburne Avenue.
Duration
Construction Complete. Public lighting energisation expected June 2026* (subject to Powercor timeframes).
Swinburne Avenue Upgrade (South)
Details
Urbanisation of the road shoulder / installation of kerb and channel on the western side of Swinburne Avenue. The eastern portion is being managed by Macedon Ranges Shire Council, with Winslow Constructors appointed to deliver the works.
Duration
Completed April 2026
Cherry Lane
Details
Completed Phase:
Sewer outfall connection and the installation of drainage from the Rosalia development to Cherry Lane and the corner of Ormerod Court (connection runs across/down Swinburne Avenue to Cherry Lane).
Phase 1:
Cherry Lane (Swinburne Avenue to Ormerod Court)
Urbanisation of the road and installation of kerbs on both sides of Cherry Lane from Swinburne Avenue to Ormerod Court are scheduled to commence in late April 2026 and continue until late May 2026.
Phase 2:
Cherry Lane (Ormerod Court to Honeysuckle Creek)
The Cherry Lane drainage outfall works are set to commence in early May 2026, with completion expected for early August 2026.
Works include the remaining outfall drainage works, urbanisation of the road, and installation of kerbs on both sides of Cherry Lane.
Duration
Phase 1: April 2026 – May 2026*
Phase 2: May 2026 – August 2026*
Ross Watt Road / Glorian Intersection Upgrade
Details
The upgrade of this intersection consists of urbanisation of road, installation of kerb and channel on the southern side of the road and construction of a T-intersection at the Ross Watt Road entry of the development.
Duration
April 2026 – June 2026*
*Timelines subject to change
FAQ’s
Approvals
ID_Land has sought the necessary approvals from Macedon Ranges Shire Council (MRSC) and the relevant external authorities to facilitate the above works.
Dust Management
Winslow will manage dust on site throughout the duration of works in accordance with the Construction Site and Environmental Management Plan. Water carts will be used to suppress dust on site when required, and banner mesh will be installed on construction fencing to minimise the impact to nearby residents.
Tree Protection
Tree protection fencing will be installed in accordance with MRSC approved Tree Management Plans around nearby trees for the duration of works.
Road Closures
Road closures will need to occur to facilitate the external works. Winslow will notify residents ahead of closures commencing and will maintain access to all properties. Construction vehicle access will be via the Calder Freeway and Ross Watt Road. There will be no construction vehicle access via Station Road (unless required).
