Major upgrades to three key NSW routes backed by federal and state investment
NSW and federal government will invest $1.74 billion to improve three regional road corridors, supporting over 1,000 jobs.
NSW Premier Chris Minns announced a more than $1.74 billion investment in the Regional Corridors Upgrade Program on Wednesday. The federal government is contributing $697 million and the state $1.049 billion.
The money will strengthen routes that connect freight to ports and regional industries. Upgrades include road widening, new overtaking lanes, improved intersections and intelligent traffic systems using digital signs and monitoring cameras.
New rest stops, pull-over bays and heavy vehicle facilities will support freight operators moving goods across the state. Work between Newcastle and Dubbo has already begun with new line markings and traffic signs at town entry points.
The upgrades will be delivered faster through Project Swift, which removes unnecessary processes and allows work to happen concurrently. More than 1,000 jobs will be created across NSW.
Minns said regional roads are vital to keeping communities connected and goods moving, from farm produce to supermarket shelves.
- $1.74 billion
- Total investment
- $697 million
- Federal contribution
- $1.049 billion
- State contribution
- Over 1,000
- Jobs supported
Why it mattersBetter regional roads reduce travel times and accidents for drivers. They lower freight costs for businesses and support local jobs across regional NSW.
AustraliaNSW residents and businesses benefit from safer, faster freight corridors and improved road conditions across regional routes critical to the state's economy.
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