Work will begin today on Stage 2A of the NSW Government’s King Georges Road upgrade project.
Stage 2A will see the King Georges Road and Connells Point Road intersection upgraded to improve road safety and reduce travel times and congestion.
This next stage builds upon the improvements already delivered under Stage 1, which widened King Georges Road from Stoney Creek Road to Forest Road from four to six lanes.
Easing congestion along this key corridor, the upgrades will increase efficiency and improve safety for the 60,000 cars, trucks and buses that use this road daily.
“I’ve heard from our community just how frustrating congestion along King Georges Road can be, which is why we’re working with the Albanese Government to get this upgrade underway,” said NSW Premier and Member for Kogarah, Chris Minns.
“King Georges Road is one of the busiest corridors in southern Sydney, and this upgrade is long overdue.
“We’re getting on with the job of delivering the infrastructure growing communities need, easing congestion and making daily travel safer and more predictable for local families and businesses.
“This is a practical project that will make a real difference for the tens of thousands of people who use this road each day.”
The Australian and NSW Governments have each committed $95 million towards the $190 million project.
The milestone comes following the completion of detailed design, with the construction contract awarded to BMD Constructions.
Works under Stage 2A include widening King Georges Road from two to three lanes in each direction between Connells Point Road and William Street, and extending right turn bays on King Georges Road and Connells Point Road, among other improvements.
“We’re delivering better roads for southern Sydney, and this next stage of the King Georges Road upgrade is a big step forward,” said NSW Minister for Roads, Jenny Aitchison.
“Improving the Connells Point Road intersection will help traffic flow more smoothly, particularly during peak periods when this corridor is under the most pressure.
“With around 60,000 vehicles using this road each day, these upgrades will make journeys safer, quicker and more reliable for everyone who depends on this key corridor.”
For more information, visit https://www.transport.nsw.gov.au/projects/current-projects/improvements-to-king-georges-road.
