Council is the relevant rural authority for approximately 3408 kms of local roads as well as the bridges, footpaths and other ancillary assets. Council has developed a Road Management Plan pursuant to the Road Management Act 2004. The Road Management Plan sets minimum maintenance standards for the road assets based on an established hierarchy. It sets a program for safety and defect inspections and response times for rectifying defects on the road network. Other roads within the shire that are maintained by other road authorities include:
These roads are maintained by VicRoads and their contractors and include Western Highway, Sunraysia Highway and Wimmera Highway.
For defects on highways or arterial roads contact VicRoads on 131170