JENNY AITCHISON
MINISTER FOR REGIONAL TRANSPORT AND ROADS

DAVID HARRIS
MINISTER FOR CENTRAL COAST
MEMBER FOR WYONG

MEDIA RELEASE - SAFETY IMPROVEMENT WORK TO START ON CENTRAL COAST HIGHWAY AT KARIONG HILL

Motorists will soon experience safer and smoother journeys with improvement work starting on the Central Coast Highway at Kariong Hill this month.

The NSW Government is providing $2.5 million from the Safer Roads Program to upgrade a section of the Central Coast Highway between Brisbane Water Drive Interchange, Point Clare, and West Gosford Lookout at Kariong Hill.

Transport for NSW will be carrying out a range of safety improvement works upgrade from Sunday, February 18.

The work will include line marking and installation of new guard rails and vehicle activated signs which will advise motorists of the speed and traffic lights ahead.

Work will be carried out 7pm to 5am Sunday to Thursday. Some work may also be carried out from 9.30am to 2.30pm on weekdays. It is expected to be complete in six weeks, weather permitting.

A single lane closure and 40 km/h speed limit will be in place for the safety of workers and motorists during work hours. Motorists are advised to drive to the conditions and follow the direction of traffic controllers and signs.

Quotes attributable to the Minister for Regional Transport and Roads Jenny Aitchison:

“The safety of road users is our top priority, which is why we are committed to improving our road network.

“This upgrade will provide a stronger and safer road network on the Central Coast Highway which will benefit the 16,000 motorists who use this section every day.

“This is a win for all motorists who travel to, from and around the Central Coast.”

Quotes attributable to Minister for the Central Coast David Harris:

“It’s great to see this vital project progressing that will bring many benefits to Central Coast residents and visitors.

“Under the NSW Labor Government the Central Coast is set to enjoy ongoing improvements to our road network which will lead to safer travel as well as create jobs and opportunities for our community.”

Quotes attributable to Member for Gosford Liesl Tesch:

“Central Coast Highway at Kariong Hill is a fundamental connection between our community and the wider region.

“Everyone deserves to arrive home safely after driving on our roads and safety works at this location are vital to making sure that our community, particularly our growing commuter population, are able to drive in our community with peace of mind.”

MEDIA:
Alison Ayres | Minister Harris | 0488 463 6548
Joely Langmaid | Member for Gosford | 0422 103 44