📋 Tender Overview
The start of early work on the Goonoo Goonoo Road Upgrade in Tamworth has begun.The Australian and NSW governments are jointly investing 40 million on an 8020 basis for the duplication of Goonoo Goonoo Road between Jack Smyth Drive and Calala Lane. The project will deliver two lanes in each direction to address congestion provide for future traffic growth and improve road safety.The upgrade will also include a set of traffic signals at the intersection of Calala Lane a roundabout at the intersection of Craigends Lane and intersection improvements for The Ringers Road and Greg Norman Drive.Major work on the Goonoo Goonoo Road duplication is expected to start in December 2024 and be completed in early 2027 weather permitting.Quotes attributable to Federal Infrastructure Transport Regional Development and Local Government Minister Catherine KingThe Australian Government is committed to working collaboratively with the NSW Government on key infrastructure projects in the region which is why Im proud we are delivering 32 million to make this vital upgrade for Tamworth a reality. Motorists travelling along Goonoo Goonoo Road will soon benefit from safer and faster journeys with early work starting on this important project.The upgrade will reduce travel times increase reliability for people business as well as freight improve safety and deliver a road network which facilitates both local access and regional connectivity. Quotes attributable to NSW Regional Transport and Roads Minister Sam FarrawayThe NSW Government is securing a brighter future for communities in Tamworth and surrounds by building the infrastructure projects needed to support one of the fastest growing regional centres in NSW.The upgrade will remove a major pinch point from the citys road network and will benefit more than 20000 motorists who use this section of the road each day. In preparation for major work to start on the upgrade early works underway will include building a new shared footpath on the western side of the road relocation of services installation of new line marking and minor vegetation removal. Quotes attributable to State Member for Tamworth Kevin Anderson The start of early works sends a clear message that our government is working hard to deliver the infrastructure that matters.We have delivered on our promise to get the plans drawn up that make this upgrade possible and I want to thank our community for their ongoing patience as we moved towards construction this year. Goonoo Goonoo Road is the gateway to our city and locals and visitors alike will benefit greatly from the duplication of a road which connects our residential areas to our worldclass sporting and entertainment precincts.
