The Allan Labor Government is getting on with one of the largest road projects included in this year's $976 million Better Roads Blitz maintenance program.
Minister for Roads and Road Safety Melissa Horne today announced rehabilitation works have started on approximately 3 kilometres of Hamilton Highway in Berrybank between Foxhow Road and Doyles Road.
In order to repair and strengthen the road, the project will completely rebuild the road - delivering smoother journeys and ensuring the road will last for years to come.
Further works are scheduled for the Moyne Shire, with a two separate rehabilitation projects along the Princes Highway West at Port Fairy and Panmure.
This year's road maintenance program is targeting high-traffic areas and busy freight routes, including some of the most important roads connecting communities in the southwest.
More works will start along the Hamilton Highway soon, with a major rehabilitation more than 3.5 kilometres of the Hamilton Highway at Darlington.
Backed by a record $976 million investment from the Labor Government, crews are hard at work delivering hundreds ofmajor maintenance projects on Victoria's roads across the state.
As stated by Minister for Roads and Road Safety Melissa Horne
"Whether it's travelling to school, work or taking produce to market, it's vital we have a reliable and efficient road network. That's why we are making record investments to deliver smoother journeys."
"We're investing in maintaining our regional roads across the state, including delivering these upgrades on the Hamilton Highway."
As stated by Member for Western Victoria Jacinta Ermacora
"These crucial works will ensure we can continue to maintain this key freight and farming route and get locals where they need to go."
