Targeted road safety improvements will be delivered at nine regional NSW locations following recent fatal crashes, as the Minns Labor Government moves quickly to address identified safety risks and help prevent future tragedies.
More than $900,000 has been allocated through the Towards Zero Fatal Crash Response Sub-Program to deliver immediate safety improvements at locations where a recent fatal crash has occurred.
The program enables Transport for NSW and councils to quickly assess crash sites and fund practical measures that can reduce the risk of future fatal or serious crashes.
While no road safety measure can undo the loss experienced by families and communities following a fatal crash, the rapid-response program provides an opportunity to learn from what has happened and act quickly to make roads safer.
The latest funding will deliver:
- $100,000 for Bega Valley Council to install semi-rigid safety barriers, upgrade line marking, improve signage, curve alignment markers and retroreflective pavement markers along Mount Darragh Road.
- $100,000 for Bega Valley Council to install semi-rigid safety barriers, audio-tactile line marking, improved signage and line marking, curve alignment markers and retroreflective pavement markers on Towamba Road between the Princes Highway and Silver Top Crescent intersections in Eden.
- $111,221 for Byron Shire Council to improve pedestrian safety and visibility along Raftons Road in Bangalow.
- $117,343 for Transport for NSW to install audio-tactile line marking on the Mitchell Highway at Naroogal Road in Bakers Swamp.
- $103,015 for Transport for NSW to extend safety barriers along the southern side of the Castlereagh Highway near Wallaroo Road in Mendooran.
- $150,920 for Transport for NSW to install a safety barrier over a large culvert on Henry Parkes Way between Overland Road and Yarrabandai Road at Bogan Gate.
- $39,600 for Transport for NSW to install safety barriers on the Kamilaroi Highway near Wee Waa.
- $97,925 for Transport for NSW to alter the arrangement of two intersections along Moss Vale Road.
- $85,408 for Transport for NSW to install static signage along Bulli Pass and heavy vehicle triggered Vehicle Activated Signs (VAS) on approach to the hairpin bend.
Following a fatal crash, Transport for NSW and councils can nominate a location to be reviewed for funding under the Fatal Crash Response Sub-Program.
Applications are assessed promptly so safety improvements can be identified, funded and delivered as quickly as possible.
The program is one of the ways the NSW Government is working to respond to serious crashes, learn from what has happened and take action to reduce the risk of further loss of life on NSW roads.
For more information, visit the TZSRP Fatal Crash Response Sub-Program website.
Quotes attributable to Minister for Roads, Jenny Aitchison:
"Every life lost on our roads is one too many. The Fatal Crash Response Sub-Program aims to quickly deliver improvements to sites where a recent fatal crash has occurred.
"These immediate road improvements, carried out by Transport for NSW, such as roadside safety barriers and audio tactile line marking - will benefit all road users.
"Safety across the state's road network is my highest priority. We need to do all we can to reduce the number of deaths and serious injuries on the roads.
"These projects are just one part of the commitment to the Towards Zero vision to make roads across the state safer for everyone who uses them."
Quotes attributable to Member for Bega, Dr Michael Holland:
"Every fatal crash is a tragedy, and I'm committed to doing whatever I can to help prevent further loss of life on our roads and in my community.
"These investments on Mount Darragh Road and Towamba Road are about acting on identified safety risks, protecting motorists and making our roads safer for everyone."
Quotes attributable to Member for Heathcote, Maryanne Stuart:
"Road safety is a priority for me, and these improvements are about taking practical steps to help prevent serious crashes and protect lives in my electorate.
"The work at Bulli Pass will help make this stretch of road safer for all motorists, with improved signage to support drivers and additional warnings for heavy vehicles."
Quotes attributable to Labor Candidate for Ballina, Janet Swain:
"A much-loved local lost their life on this stretch of road and I'm proud that the Minns Government is taking action to make it safer for all pedestrians."
