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M1 Pacific Motorway Tugan Bypass Opens after earlier closure

The M1 Pacific Motorway has reopened at the Tugun Bypass after emergency tunnel works forced a 5am closure in both directions. Expect heavy congestion for the next few hours—check Live Traffic NSW for the latest updates before you travel.

The M1 Pacific Motorway has just reopened after an earlier closure in both directions at the Tugun Bypass. The closure at 5am this morning, was implemented due to emergency works being conducted in the tunnel.

Traffic NSW, at 9:25am took to social media to report the reopening of the Tugun Bypass, however they are advising to allow extra time when travelling as congestion will continue to be heavy over the next few hours as traffic returns to normal.

For the most up-to-date information and ongoing updates regarding this incident, motorists are encouraged to check the Live Traffic NSW website.

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