The Minns Labor Government is continuing to deliver safer, smoother journeys, with work set to start on a $25 million transformation of the Hume Highway at Table Top in early 2026.
The critical safety upgrades, which will be completed in three stages, include improving the road surface, upgrading drainage and installing safety barriers on a three kilometre stretch of the Hume, about fourteen kilometres north of Albury.
Work on the first stage will commence in February 2026, with the upgrade of two temporary crossovers at both ends to allow for two-way traffic flow in one direction, before major work starts on 1.65 kilometres of the southern half of the northbound lanes.
The second stage will upgrade a 1.65-kilometre section of the northern half of the northbound lanes, and the third stage will upgrade the full 3.15-kilometre length of the southbound lanes.
The project is expected to be completed by mid-2028, weather permitting.
All work will be carried out under traffic control, with at least one lane open in each direction at all times.
Following calls from the community, Transport for NSW is also carrying out a comprehensive investigation of the Hume Highway intersections with Tynan Road and Burma Road to help plan for future road upgrades.
An update on the potential upgrades at these intersections will be made available to the community in early 2026. Transport for NSW will keep the community updated on the timeline and traffic impacts for each stage as the project progresses.
Minister for Roads, Jenny Aitchison said:
"The Minns Labor Government is continuing our work to deliver the infrastructure regional communities need and deserve.
"We are committed to improving safety across the network. While each piece of work is not a silver bullet, we are listening to communities and progress is being made on other hotspots along the Hume.
"The Hume Highway is one of Australia's most significant highways, linking the nation's two largest state capitals, Sydney and Melbourne, making it an important route for passenger and freight transport.
"I want to be clear with locals: this is a case of short-term pain for long-term gain. We appreciate their patience as we deliver safer roads.
"On average, about 14,000 vehicles travel along this section of the highway each day, which includes about 5000 heavy vehicles and 9000 light vehicles.
"These upgrades will increase efficiency and traffic flow, reduce ongoing maintenance costs and provide motorists with a smoother and safer journey."
Minister for Regional New South Wales, Tara Moriarty said:
"People in regional communities rely on the Hume every single day, whether they are heading to work, moving freight or getting their kids where they need to go. This upgrade will make those journeys safer and smoother."
"This section of the Hume is a vital link for families, truckies and local businesses across the border region. Investing in stronger, more resilient roads supports the people who keep our regions moving.
