Safer road conditions on the way for NSW transporters

Freight operators and motorists in Glen Innes, New South Wales, can expect safer and more reliable journeys with $13.5 million from the Federal and State Governments to see road upgrades commence.

Glen Innes Severn Council has been approved to receive two packages of disaster funding under the jointly-funded Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements and Regional Roads and Transport Recovery Package by the Australian and NSW Governments.

The Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements will allow Glen Innes Severn Council to complete improvement works on nine local roads across the region including sections of Strathbogie Road, Rangers Valley Road, Furracabad Road, Glen Leigh Road, Pinkett Road, Shannon Vale Road, Haymarket Road, Maybole Road and Golf Links Road.

Meanwhile the Regional Roads and Transport Recovery Package will help Glen Innes Severn Council carry out improvement work on regional roads including sections of Emmaville Road and Wellington Vale Road.

“By upgrading our roads and transport networks, we’re ensuring they serve our community effectively, now and in the future,” said Glen Innes Severn Council General Manager, Bernard Smith.

“The support and resources provided by Transport for NSW are invaluable.

“Their expertise and commitment to enhancing regional transport infrastructure align perfectly with our goals for Glen Innes Severn.”

The work includes strengthening through cement stabilisation of the base pavement and resealing to make the roads better able to withstand prolonged periods of wet weather and flooding.

Geotechnical and design investigations are underway for both packages, with work expected to start later this year.

“The Albanese Government is working with the NSW Government and local councils to ensure communities have resilient infrastructure they can rely on every day,” said Federal Minister for Emergency Management, Jenny McAllister.

“We are working to ensure all road users are connected and make it home safely to their loved ones every day.”

In other news, the Australian and New South Wales Governments have completed $8 million worth of bridge upgrades in Armidale which are expected to benefit heavy vehicles and freight operators.

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