The Fremantle Traffic Bridge closed on 1 February 2026 to make way for the completion of the new Bridge. This means approximately 23,000 additional passenger vehicles per day diverting to the Stirling Bridge which understandably will create congestion - John Park (Head of Business Operations - FTA/APSA) provides commentary on Channel 9 News.

Channel 9 News - Closure of Fremantle Traffic Bridge could bring costly delays