Additional infrastructure funding supports the Hawkesbury’s economic recovery

Friday, 22 October 2021

Over $2.4 million in federal funding has been allocated to twenty two infrastructure projects in the Hawkesbury under the Morrison Government’s Local Roads and Community Infrastructure (LRCI) Program.

 

Phase 2 of the government’s local infrastructure package provides funding to rehabilitate eight local roads and the reconstruction of fourteen footpaths. 

 

Major roads to be repaved include Industry Road in Mulgrave AND Terrace Road in Richmond, among others. 

 

Liberal Senator for Western Sydney, Senator the Hon Marise Payne, said the new funding would further bolster the Blue Mountains’ economic recovery.

 

“We know that investing in infrastructure projects creates an economic ripple effect across the local economy, and this latest funding package will support local jobs,” Senator Payne said.

 

“Every job engaged through Phase 2 is another example of how the Morrison Government is delivering on-the-ground support for the Hawkesbury.

 

“Phase 3 of the Program will commence from 1 January 2022, cementing our local infrastructure and jobs pipeline, and I look forward to continuing to work with Council to deliver this third tranche.” 

 

Mayor of Hawkesbury, Councillor Patrick Conolly, who inspected a completed LRCI project on Mileham Street in South Windsor, welcomed the federal government’s investment.

 

“Quality roads and paths are top priority for our community. The LRCI funding will go a long way to improve some of our City’s most heavily-used roads and pedestrian areas,” Mayor Conolly said.

 

“Not only will this mean a safer drive for motorists, but also improve the walkability of our City for access and leisure.”

 

Under Phase 1 of the LRCI Program, Hawkesbury City Council received over $1 million in July 2020 to complete the fix eleven footpath.

 

Project location

Project description

Funding

Mileham St, South Windsor

Rehabilitate a failed road section. The road has extensive ruts and deformation including ravelling. The new works will significantly improve riding quality and safety. 

$140,000

Kurmond Rd, Wilberforce

Rehabilitate a failed road section. The road has extensive ruts and deformation including ravelling. The new works will significantly improve riding quality and safety. 

$175,000

Grose Vale Road, North Richmond

Rehabilitate a failed road section. The road has extensive ruts and deformation including ravelling. The new works will significantly improve riding quality and safety. 

$30,000

Industry Rd, Mulgrave

Rehabilitate a failed road section. The road has extensive ruts and deformation including ravelling. The new works will significantly improve riding quality and safety. 

$430,000

Terrace Rd, North Richmond

Rehabilitate a failed road section. The road has extensive ruts and deformation including ravelling. The new works will significantly improve riding quality and safety. 

$350,000

Mill Road, Kurrajong

Rehabilitate a failed road section. The road has extensive ruts and deformation including ravelling. The new works will significantly improve riding quality and safety. 

$105,000

Wire Lane , North Richmond

Rehabilitate a failed road section. The road has extensive ruts and deformation including ravelling. The new works will significantly improve riding quality and safety. 

$180,000

Sanctuary Drive, Windsor Downs

Rehabilitate a failed road section. The road has extensive ruts and deformation including ravelling. The new works will significantly improve riding quality and safety. 

$140,000

Old Hawkesbury Rd, McGraths Hill

Construct a concrete foot path over a well-worn track to enhance pedestrian amenity. The new path will provide a safe all weather surface suitable for aged, prams and general use.

$4,000

Plimsoll Street, McGraths Hill

Construct a concrete foot path over a well-worn track to enhance pedestrian amenity. The new path will provide a safe all weather surface suitable for aged, prams and general use.

$45,000

Wolseley  Road, McGraths Hill

Construct a concrete foot path over a well-worn track to enhance pedestrian amenity. The new path will provide a safe all weather surface suitable for aged, prams and general use.

$35,000

Pitt Town Rd,

Construct a concrete foot path over a well-worn track to enhance pedestrian amenity. The new path will provide a safe all weather surface suitable for aged, prams and general use.

$145,000

McGrath Road, McGraths Hill

Construct a concrete foot path over a well-worn track to enhance pedestrian amenity. The new path will provide a safe all weather surface suitable for aged, prams and general use.

$75,000

Ivy Avenue, McGraths Hill

Construct a concrete foot path over a well-worn track to enhance pedestrian amenity. The new path will provide a safe all weather surface suitable for aged, prams and general use.

$30,000

Macquarie St, Windsor 

Construct a concrete foot path over a well-worn track to enhance pedestrian amenity. The new path will provide a safe all weather surface suitable for aged, prams and general use.

$35,000

Kurmond Rd,
Kurmond

Construct a concrete foot path over a well-worn track to enhance pedestrian amenity. The new path will provide a safe all weather surface suitable for aged, prams and general use.

$22,000

Bells Line of Rd,
Kurrajong Heights

Construct a concrete foot path over a well-worn track to enhance pedestrian amenity. The new path will provide a safe all weather surface suitable for aged, prams and general use.

$24,000

Walker St,
South Windsor

Construct a concrete foot path over a well-worn track to enhance pedestrian amenity. The new path will provide a safe all weather surface suitable for aged, prams and general use.

$105,000

Ham Street, South Windsor

Construct a concrete foot path over a well-worn track to enhance pedestrian amenity. The new path will provide a safe all weather surface suitable for aged, prams and general use.

$43,000

Hawkesbury St, Pitt Town

Construct a concrete foot path over a well-worn track to enhance pedestrian amenity. The new path will provide a safe all weather surface suitable for aged, prams and general use.

$50,000

Argyle Street, South Windsor

Construct a concrete foot path over a well-worn track to enhance pedestrian amenity. The new path will provide a safe all weather surface suitable for aged, prams and general use.

$81,000

Old Stock Route Road, Vineyard

Reconstruct a 240m gravel road section and seal- (Two coat flush seal). The current unsealed section is potentially unsafe with ongoing dust and erosion problems. The completed works will improve riding quality and safety. It will benefit the environment by reducing dust and sedimentation in the adjoining creek.

$250,085