DRIVERS across the Mid North Coast can look forward to safer journeys, with the NSW Government investing more than $6.5 million in road safety upgrades.
Member for Oxley Michael Kemp welcomed the funding, describing it as a major boost for residents, freight operators, and visitors who rely on the region’s busiest and most challenging routes.
“These are significant routes for residents, freight, and visitors travelling through the Mid North Coast and the Oxley electorate.
“Anyone who drives Waterfall Way or the Oxley Highway understands how dangerous these routes can be, especially in poor weather.
“Every day families, farmers, truckies, and tourists rely on these corridors.
“Whether it’s kids on their way to school, freight deliveries, or emergency services responding to calls, safety on these roads is non-negotiable.”
Mr Kemp also highlighted the importance of continued investment closer to home.
“I am pushing for a safe and reliable alternative route to Waterfall Way, as well as long overdue safety solutions at the Wrights Road and Lake Road roundabouts in Port Macquarie,” he said.
The package includes $5 million for roadside barriers, shoulder widening and corner safety upgrades on Waterfall Way at Old Hillgrove Road, Metz ($2.6m); Bullock Creek No. 2, Ebor ($2.4m); and $1.5 million to widen shoulders and improve corner safety on the Oxley Highway between Walcha and Honeysuckle Creek at Yarrowitch.
The upgrades form part of the NSW Government’s Towards Zero Safer Roads Program, which is investing $46 million across the state to reduce road trauma.
By Sis HIGGINS
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