The Federal and New South Wales governments are investing a combined $81 million in a series of safety improvements across the state’s roads.
Forming part of the national Road Safety Program, these projects are set to improve safety and reduce the risk of crashes causing death or serious injuries.
There will be improved pedestrian access across signalised intersections, new safety barriers, roads upgraded to high-friction asphalt to prevent wet weather accidents and Audio Tactile Line Marking (ATLM).
The works delivered under this program include 49 projects within the Greater Sydney area, including 23 road safety projects, 25 walking and cycling projects, plus one mass action pedestrian protection project within both urban and regional New South Wales.
The funding will also deliver 179 pedestrian protection upgrades within both urban and regional locations.
Almost 400 jobs will be supported by these projects, which are expected to be delivered by 30 June 2025.
The Federal and New South Wales governments are each contributing $40.5 million.
New South Wales Minister for Roads, John Graham, said the rising number of fatalities on roads across Australia is extremely concerning.
“In the recent New South Wales and Australian Government budgets we confirmed our $2.8 billion partnership in road safety over four years, delivering on commitments in the 2026 Road Safety Action Plan.
“This is a practical boost to road safety.
“The first major projects for NSW under this tranche of the Road Safety Program will see some of our key Greater Sydney roads and highways get the improvements they urgently need to make them safer for years to come.”
Federal Member for Reid, Sally Sitou MP, said she was thrilled to be working with the government to deliver critical investments in road safety across the community.
“We’ll see important upgrades to key intersections and pedestrian crossings, including projects on Concord Road, Marlborough Road and Parramatta Road.
“These improvements will improve safety for our community, particularly around schools and high-traffic areas, and I look forward to seeing them delivered.”
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