Works to replace the Quambatook-Boort Road bridge with a new structure are scheduled to begin on Monday, January 20.

The bridge, which spans the Avoca River and provides a road connection between the Quambatook township and the Quambatook Recreation Reserve, will be replaced with a two-lane concrete structure that will be able to withstand higher mass limits.

Gannawarra Shire Council mayor, Lorraine Learmonth said the road would be closed for approximately eight weeks, with detours in place via Ninyeunook and...