FAQ
The Albert Park Grand Prix Circuit has not been resurfaced since it was originally laid in 1995. This project will incorporate resurfacing in addition to a number of geometric circuit modifications. AGPC and Parks Victoria (PV) have worked in collaboration to deliver many exciting community benefits aligned with the APMP.
The key objectives of the project include:
- To increase the lifespan of the Albert Park Grand Prix Circuit and improve racing.
- To improve upon the form and function of Albert Park.
- To integrate opportunities which enhance Albert Park.
- To deliver a mutually beneficial upgrade project which aligns with the intent and purpose of the APMP.
The works have been separated into the following categories:
Category 1 circuit upgrade and improvement works:
- A resurfacing/replacement of the existing F1® asphalt surface.
- Realignment of some corners to enhance racing.
- Widening of the pit lane area to improve function and support racing strategy.
- Provide a net gain of useable open space, 36sqm of reduced bitumen and 4048sqm of increased lakeside space.
Category 2 works:
AGPC/PV identified complementary works that would be required to ensure the form and function of Albert Park is returned and enhanced, meeting the intent of the APMP including;
- Additional on-street parallel car parking along Lakeside Drive to service Lakeside running loop/visitor nodes, along Ross Gregory Drive to service sports fields, and along Aughtie Drive North to service stakeholders.
- Additional pavement rehabilitation outside of the F1® track alignment along Lakeside Drive adjacent to the golf course (Turns 11 and 12).
- New line marking across the entire circuit with improved cycling corridors.
- Pavement and turn-around areas for a new cycling criterium loop on Lakeside Drive.
- Pit lane planter boxes to enhance streetscape (repurposed for the F1® event).
- Significant increased lakeside parkland adjacent to the realigned Lakeside Drive and Ross Gregory Drive.
- Safer traffic arrangements for road and park users.
- Additional on-street parallel car parking along Lakeside Drive, Ross Gregory Drive and Aughtie Drive North.
- New line marking across the entire circuit with improved cycling corridors.
- Pavement construction to facilitate a new cycling criterium loop on Lakeside Drive.
- Pit lane planter boxes to enhance Aughtie Drive streetscape.
- Additional pavement rehabilitation outside of the F1® track alignment along Lakeside Drive adjacent to the golf course (Turns 11 and 12).
- Relocation of existing lighting will improve lighting on new Lakeside Drive car parking for the community and park users.
Road closures have been agreed by Albert Park Roads Manager, Parks Victoria and endorsed by Department of Transport (VicRoads) and City of Port Phillip.
Works have been scheduled to ensure alternate routes are provided through north/south public traffic flow on Lakeside Drive or Aughtie Drive at any given time.
Please refer to the provisional road closure schedule above, dependant on works progress and restrictions.
Yes, park access and facilities remain the same and works will be localised to the above-mentioned areas.
All sporting facilities will remain open.
There will be signage, including maps and messaging throughout the park with information relating to road closure and detours. Vehicle access through the park will always be available with detours in place.
Access to the park and all facilities will remain available with works localised to the road. For up-to-date traffic information, please visit VicRoads.
Yes, vehicle access through the park will be maintained with detours along Aughtie Drive or Lakeside Drive.
During the mentioned work, cyclist access will be limited to Aughtie Drive only.
Due to the complete Albert Park loop closure, alternative cycling loops will need to be arranged, please see attached map here for details.
The Formula 1® Heineken Australian Grand Prix will undergo its biggest change since the race moved to Melbourne in 1996, offering a brand new on-track spectacle for fans in 2022.
Seven of the Albert Park Grand Prix Circuit’s corners are being modified – with two removed entirely – enabling more overtaking opportunities and promoting faster and more competitive racing.
