In addition to a major pledge for an upgrade of Terrigal Dr, the Federal Government has promised an extra $6.5M for the Central Coast Roads Package, bringing its total commitment to $93M.
The $107.3M package, with a $14.3M contribution from Central Coast Council, is delivering upgrades to 29 road projects across the region, including construction of kerbs and gutters, footpaths, street drainage and new road pavement..
The additional funding will allow Council to complete the five final unfinished projects, with 24 projects already complete.
The five projects include the Ocean Beach Rd and Rawson Rd intersection upgrade at Woy Woy and the Shelly Beach Rd upgrade at Empire Bay.
The remaining three projects – Del Monte Pl at Copacabana, Lushington Rd at East Gosford and Steyne Rd at Saratoga – are all underway and are expected to be completed over the next 18 months.
Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government Catherine King said the upgrades will reduce congestion and travel times, improve road safety and make the local infrastructure more resilient.
Member for Dobell Emma McBride said the region has more than 2,000km of local roads, with many in urgent need of upgrades.
“Our Government is funding much-need local roads upgrades across the Coast, like Cresthaven Ave, Bateau Bay, and Craigie Ave, Kanwal,” she said.
“This boost in funding will mean local road upgrades continue, making sure locals are getting home sooner and safer.”
Member for Robertson Dr Gordon Reid said addressing local road infrastructure is a top concern for residents.
“I am pleased that the Federal Labor Government is taking action and investing in our region’s local roads,” he said.
“I welcome the news that additional funding has now been allocated to ensure important upgrades can take place at the Ocean Beach Rd and Rawson Rd intersection roundabout in Woy Woy, and in Empire Bay at Shelly Beach Rd.”
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