Horsham Bypass Planning

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Horsham Rural City Council is beginning early planning for a potential bypass connecting the Western, Henty and Wimmera Highways.

The project responds to a long-standing community aspiration to reduce heavy vehicle traffic through the CBD while carefully considering impacts on homes, businesses and daily life. Traffic through Horsham is growing rapidly. In 2012, around 2,000 trucks travelled through the area each day. Today, that number has climbed to approximately 3,600 — and with several major developments underway or on the horizon, it’s expected to rise even further

This is the very start of the process. No route has been chosen and no decision has been made about whether a bypass will proceed.


Community involvement

A dedicated Community Reference Group (CRG), made up of local residents and industry representatives, has been established to help guide this work. The group will ensure a broad range of community perspectives are considered as Council explores future options.

The list of Community Reference Group members are available on the left.

Have your say

At this stage, Council is seeking your input to help define what matters most to the community.

Your feedback will shape the criteria used to assess any future bypass options.

The survey below is your opportunity to share your views on what should be considered in future planning.

  • Includes both mandatory and optional questions
  • You will be prompted if any mandatory questions are missed
  • You may participate anonymously or as a registered participant

Win a local shopping voucher 🎁

Registered participants who complete the survey can enter a draw to win one of 10 x $100 “Shop Horsham” vouchers.

To be eligible, you must register your details.

Only registered participants who complete the survey once will be eligible to enter the draw.

To enter, simply register your details and complete the survey.

Learn more

This page provides a summary only. Full project information, background and updates are available on Council’s website here.


Get involved and help shape the future of Horsham.


Help shape the future of Horsham 🚧

Horsham Rural City Council is beginning early planning for a potential bypass connecting the Western, Henty and Wimmera Highways.

The project responds to a long-standing community aspiration to reduce heavy vehicle traffic through the CBD while carefully considering impacts on homes, businesses and daily life. Traffic through Horsham is growing rapidly. In 2012, around 2,000 trucks travelled through the area each day. Today, that number has climbed to approximately 3,600 — and with several major developments underway or on the horizon, it’s expected to rise even further

This is the very start of the process. No route has been chosen and no decision has been made about whether a bypass will proceed.


Community involvement

A dedicated Community Reference Group (CRG), made up of local residents and industry representatives, has been established to help guide this work. The group will ensure a broad range of community perspectives are considered as Council explores future options.

The list of Community Reference Group members are available on the left.

Have your say

At this stage, Council is seeking your input to help define what matters most to the community.

Your feedback will shape the criteria used to assess any future bypass options.

The survey below is your opportunity to share your views on what should be considered in future planning.

  • Includes both mandatory and optional questions
  • You will be prompted if any mandatory questions are missed
  • You may participate anonymously or as a registered participant

Win a local shopping voucher 🎁

Registered participants who complete the survey can enter a draw to win one of 10 x $100 “Shop Horsham” vouchers.

To be eligible, you must register your details.

Only registered participants who complete the survey once will be eligible to enter the draw.

To enter, simply register your details and complete the survey.

Learn more

This page provides a summary only. Full project information, background and updates are available on Council’s website here.


Get involved and help shape the future of Horsham.


  • Survey

    Help shape Horsham’s future

    We’re asking for your input early in the process. This survey isn’t about choosing a route — no options have been developed yet. Instead, it’s about understanding what matters most to you, so future bypass options reflect community priorities.

    There will be another chance in 2026 to review and comment on proposed routes. For now, your feedback will help set the foundation.

    Have your say and help guide the future of Horsham.

    Win a local shopping voucher 🎁

    Registered participants who complete the survey can enter a draw to win one of 10 x $100 “Shop Horsham” vouchers.

    To be eligible, you must register your details. 

    Click on the "Register to Stay Up to Date" button on the previous screen. 

    Only registered participants who complete the survey once will be eligible to enter the draw.

    To enter, simply register your details and complete the survey.

    Privacy note: Information collected will be used by Council for this project only and handled in line with privacy requirements.

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Page last updated: 08 May 2026, 01:57 PM