A safer and smoother journey

Motorists will be able to enjoy safer and smoother journeys on the Pacific Highway at Lisarow with the road now open to two lanes in each direction and from Monday the speed limit will increase to 60km/h.

12 July 2023

 

MEMBER for The Entrance, David Mehan said the NSW Government has invested $178 million to upgrade the Pacific Highway between Ourimbah Street and Parsons Road at Lisarow.

 

“This is a huge win for motorists and the local community. This upgrade will improve traffic flow, travel times and safety for around 30,000 motorists using this 1.6-kilometre section of the highway each day,” Mr Mehan said.

 

“We know traffic is an issue on this critical connecting route through the Central Coast and this is an important step in reducing congestion and improving safety.

 

 “The project has also provided a welcome boost to the local economy, providing work for more than 1900 people, including more than 120 different suppliers and contractors.”

 

Mr Mehan said a key feature of the upgrade is the new rail bridge across the main Sydney to Newcastle rail line.

 

“The new rail bridge, which includes new traffic signals, will improve safety for road users and ensure easier accessibility to the local road network, which is a huge win for the community and our freight industry,” Mr Mehan said.

 

“Other key features of the upgrade include two lanes in each direction on the Pacific Highway, new traffic lights at the Railway Crescent and Tuggerah Street (formerly Macdonalds Road) intersections with the Pacific Highway and the upgrade of the existing traffic lights at The Ridgeway.

 

“Road users will also benefit from improved pedestrian and cycle paths along and across the highway and improved access to the parking area at Lisarow Railway Station.

 

“Motorists will notice some finishing work being completed in the second half of 2023.

 

“The finishing work, including finalising the station car park, site compound removal, rehabilitation and general cleaning of the area will be carried out during standard construction hours.

 

“Those are from 7am to 6pm from Monday to Friday and 8am to 1pm on Saturday. Final asphalting will also be carried out in the second half of this year during the night.

 

“We thank the community for its patience while we carry out this important work.”