One of Maitland's busiest roads is set for a major upgrade, with over $14 million worth of improvements getting underway next month along Haussman Drive, Thornton (northwest of Newcastle).
The Albanese Government, under the Safer Local Roads and Infrastructure Program, and Maitland City Council are each contributing more than $3.74 million towards the $7.5 million duplication of Haussman Drive between Raymond Terrace Road and Taylor Avenue, expanding the road to two lanes each way.
The New South Wales Government and the council are also investing another $6.9 million to construct a roundabout at the intersection of Haussman Drive and Taylor Avenue.
These upgrades will make it easier for motorists exiting Thornton via Taylor Avenue and reduce some of the pressure on peak hour traffic along Haussman Drive.
Crews will minimise disruptions where possible, with changed traffic conditions reported via Live Traffic.
As part of the Thornton North development plan, further works are planned for Haussman Drive but are subject to grant funding.
This includes upgrading the Raymond Terrace Road-Haussman Drive intersection with traffic lights and constructing a shared path connecting Harvest Boulevard and Settlers Boulevard, Chisholm to Haussman Drive.
