Nationals Member for Oxley, Michael Kemp, has welcomed the NSW Government's regional road safety upgrades, which includes more than $6.5 million for two critical traffic corridors in the Oxley electorate.
"These are significant routes for residents, freight, and visitors travelling through the Mid North Coast and the Oxley electorate," Mr Kemp said.
- Waterfall Way (Armidale Regional - Metz and Ebor): $5 million combined for roadside barriers, shoulder widening, and corner safety upgrades at Old Hillgrove Road, Metz ($2.6m), and Bullock Creek No. 2, Ebor ($2.4m).
- Oxley Highway (Walcha - Honeysuckle Creek, Yarrowitch): $1.5 million will be invested to widen shoulders and improve safety on corners.
Mr Kemp said the investment will help reduce crash risks on notoriously difficult stretches of road that locals know too well.
"Anyone who drives Waterfall Way or the Oxley Highway understands how dangerous these routes can be, especially in poor weather. This funding is welcome recognition that our communities deserve safer roads," Mr Kemp said.
"Everyday families, farmers, truckies, and tourists rely on these corridors. Whether it's kids on their way to school, freight deliveries, or emergency services responding to calls, safety on these roads is non-negotiable."
Mr Kemp said he would continue to advocate for further upgrades to the Oxley electorate's road network.
"We know there's more work to be done. I am pushing for a safe and reliable alternative route to Waterfall Way, as well as long overdue safety solutions at the Wrights Road and Lake Road roundabouts in Port Macquarie."
