A critical upgrade in Sydney's North West will kick off next week, with early works set to begin from 28 April at the Bandon Road and Riverstone Parade intersection near Vineyard train station.
This investment will deliver safety improvements for a rapidly growing community, addressing the infrastructure backlog left by the former State Liberal government, which failed to keep pace with growth in the region.
The Albanese and Minns Labor Governments are jointly funding $150 million in planning and early works for the Bandon Road Upgrade, which is part of the North West Growth Centre Road Network Strategy.
The early works package includes a new car park with more than 70 spaces, upgraded bus stops, improved pedestrian access, lighting, and key safety improvements at the intersection to support future duplication.
These upgrades will make it safer and easier for locals to access Vineyard Station and move through the area.
The works will support the delivery of a future upgrade of Bandon Road, to ease congestion and support the growth of new homes for families in the North West.
The Bandon Road Upgrade, currently in planning with the $150 million in joint funding, envisages a new four-lane road, a new underpass below the railway line, shared pedestrian and cycle paths, improved flood evacuated routes and better connections for local communities.
Quotes attributable to Federal Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government Minister, Catherine King:
"In partnership with the Minns Government we are investing in the future infrastructure needs of communities, like here in Sydney's growing North West.
"We want to ensure that people can get around efficiently and get home safely whether they're walking, driving or taking public transport."
Quotes attributable to NSW Minister for Roads, Jenny Aitchison:
"This is one of the fastest-growing regions in the state, yet for too long the former Liberal government failed to keep pace with that growth.
"The Minns Labor Government is delivering the infrastructure Western Sydney needs and deserves - so families can spend less time in traffic and more time at home, getting where they need to go, safely and on time.
"These early works are an important first step towards the future duplication of Bandon Road, which will become a critical arterial road connection in the North West."
Quotes attributable to Federal Member for Greenway, Michelle Rowland:
"These works are a clear sign that we are delivering on our commitment to upgrading local transport links, reducing congestion and building a better future for North West Sydney.
"The Albanese and Minns Labor governments are working together to ensure local residents can spend less time in traffic and more time with their families."
Quotes attributable to Federal Member for Macquarie, Susan Templeman:
"For Hawkesbury commuters who use Vineyard Station or travel this route, the start of early works at Bandon Road is a significant milestone.
"This marks a major step forward in delivering the infrastructure our growing region needs."
Quotes attributable to Federal Member for Chifley, Ed Husic:
"Starting these early works on April 28 is fantastic news, as this upgrade is critical for improving safety and access to Vineyard station.
"These works form part of our more than $1bn investment in roads from Marsden Park to Colebee through to Riverstone, making sure local infrastructure can match local growth and support jobs out our way."
Quotes attributable to State Member for Riverstone, Warren Kirby:
"These upgrades are about making everyday life easier for people in our community.
"As Riverstone and Vineyard continue to grow, Bandon Road is becoming a key local link, and these early works will make a real difference to how people access the station and move around the area.
"This is the first tangible step towards duplicating Bandon Road and removing the Vineyard level crossing, making sure our infrastructure keeps pace with growth and delivers for the people who call this community home."
