The NSW Government is encouraging councils to apply for the latest round of the Fixing Country Roads program to help enhance the productivity of the State’s farming, manufacturing, and freight sectors.
Member for Cootamundra, Steph Cooke said better roads led to stronger local economies, stronger employment opportunities – particularly for youth – and ultimately stronger country communities.
“Our councils have faced enough challenges over the past few years and crews have been working incredibly hard out to maintain and upgrade these vital roads,” Ms Cooke said.
“I’m delighted the NSW Liberals and Nationals in Government are helping to fast-track projects to help the region with an injection of funding.”
We have already seen 31 projects completed in the electorate, totalling more than $23 million of investment through the Fixing Country Roads Program.
Minister for Regional Transport and Roads Sam Farraway said the new round of the $543 million program will focus on shovel-ready projects that will deliver immediate benefits to communities.
“We want projects that build better, safer roads and bridges with higher speed and load limits that improve access for freight on the local and regional road network.”
Every 100km out of a truck driver’s way costs over $300, so helping councils to build the infrastructure that reduces travel times for industry will ultimately reduce costs for families.
Applications under the new round of Fixing Country Roads can be made until 5pm Friday 14 October.
For more information visit: https://www.transport.nsw.gov.au/projects/programs/fixing-country-roads
