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Construction Work Ramps Up with North West Rail Link Planning Approval

Posted On May 21, 2013

Minister for Transport Gladys Berejiklian today said early construction of the North West Rail Link would be ramping up after planning approval was received for the project’s second Environmental Impact Statement.


Drayton South mine to undergo extra scrutiny

Posted On May 21, 2013

The NSW Government has heard the community’s concerns and has today moved to ensure further scrutiny of the proposed Drayton South coal mine near Muswellbrook and its potential impact on nearby horse studs.


Proponents Sought for Moorebank Intermodal Terminal

Posted On May 21, 2013

The Moorebank Intermodal Terminal is today being taken to the market with the Federal Labor Government calling for private companies to register their interest in developing and operating the Moorebank Intermodal Terminal.


Building and Planning for New South Wales' Future

Posted On May 14, 2013

The 2013–14 Budget not only continues the rollout of the Federal Labor Government’s current multi–billion dollar capital works program, it also begins identifying the major projects to be funded as part of the next Nation Building Program..


Billions Allocated To Restart NSW

Posted On May 8, 2013

NSW Premier Barry O’Farrell and Treasurer Mike Baird today revealed $4.7 billion had been allocated to Restart NSW, the fund established in 2011 to drive the renewal of key economic and social infrastructure across NSW.


Funding Confirmed for Major Road and Freight Improvements

Posted On May 2, 2013

The NSW and Australian Governments have announced major funding of almost $50 million to improve transport and freight links in country NSW.


Easier, More Direct M4 Access at Erskine Park and St Clair

Posted On April 26, 2013

The Federal and NSW Governments have today agreed to progress work on an additional set of on and off ramps along the M4 at Roper & Erskine Park Roads, a project which would give local residents easier, more direct access to & from the Motorway west.


Pimlico to Teven Pacific Highway Upgrade Open to Tender

Posted On April 26, 2013

Construction companies interested in the job of upgrading the Pacific Highway between Pimlico and Teven have until 29 May to submit their best bids under the tender process being managed by the NSW Government.


Building for the Future: NSW Schools Become Construction sites Over the Holiday period

Posted On April 24, 2013

While students and staff are on school holidays, the State’s schools have been turned into construction sites with upgrades and minor works occurring at 129 public schools, NSW Premier Barry O’Farrell and Education Minister Adrian Piccoli said today.


Communities and Consultation at the Heart of Planning

Posted On April 16, 2013

Communities across NSW will shape the future of their streets, suburbs and regions and benefit from faster development application decisions under the biggest overhaul of the State’s planning system in over 30 years.


Premier Inspects Construction of Shoalhaven Regional Cancer Care Centre

Posted On April 11, 2013

NSW Premier Barry O’Farrell, South Coast MP Shelley Hancock and Kiama MP Gareth Ward today inspected construction work at the new $34.8 million Shoalhaven Regional Cancer Care Centre which is nearing completion.


Building for the Future: NSW Government Delivers Major Upgrade for Cardiff

Posted On April 8, 2013

The NSW Government has fulfilled a major promise to the people of Cardiff, delivering a $14 million upgrade of the local train station.


$1 million upgrade of Wentworth Avenue set to commence

Posted On April 5, 2013

Work will commence next week on a $1 million upgrade of Wentworth Avenue in Kingston, Minister for Territory and Municipal Services, Shane Rattenbury, announced today.


Construction of New Light Rail Stops Underway

Posted On April 5, 2013

Delivery of the $176 million Inner West Light Rail Extension has reached a significant milestone with construction now underway on all nine new light rail stops.


Job Done—Kempsey Bypass Opens to Traffic

Posted On March 27, 2013

The $618 million, fully-Federally funded Kempsey Bypass, which boasts Australia's longest bridge, has been completed and opened in time for the Easter holidays, more than 15 months ahead of schedule.


Reducing Road Congestion - Another Pinch Point Upgrade Complete

Posted On March 25, 2013

Upgrades have been completed on a key road interchange in Western Sydney as part of a Sydney-wide program to reduce travel times for motorists and improve safety, NSW Premier and Minister for Western Sydney Barry O’Farrell said today.


Getting on with the job: Erskine Park Link Road on Track to Open in June

Posted On March 25, 2013

NSW Premier and Minister for Western Sydney Barry O’Farrell today announced the new $55 million Erskine Park Link Road is taking shape and is on track to open to traffic by June.


Improving Access to the Chullora Intermodal

Posted On March 20, 2013

Freight operators will soon have better access to the Chullora Intermodal with the Federal and NSW governments agreeing to jointly fund the first stage of upgrades of the local roads connecting the facility to the Hume Highway.


Contractors Shortlisted for Oxley Highway to Kundabung Upgrade

Posted On March 20, 2013

Two contractors have been shortlisted to design and build the Oxley Highway to Kundabung Pacific Highway upgrade, bringing us a step closer to a four lane Pacific Highway between Hexham and the Queensland border.


Main Construction Begins on $139 Million Redevelopment of Campbelltown Hospital

Posted On March 20, 2013

NSW Premier and Minister for Western Sydney Barry O’Farrell and Health Minister Jillian Skinner today marked the start of construction of the new clinical building at Campbelltown Hospital - the centrepiece of a $139 million redevelopment of the site.


South West Rail Link Steams Ahead

Posted On March 18, 2013

NSW Premier and Minister for Western Sydney Barry O’Farrell and Minister for Transport Gladys Berejiklian today revealed six kilometres of track has now been laid for the South West Rail Link.


Urban Renewal Sites In Sydney

Posted On March 16, 2013

The NSW Government has today identified eight precincts across Sydney for renewal as 21st century urban centres with up to 30,000 additional homes.


Sydney's Super Saturday: Improved Housing Affordability & Boosting Construction

Posted On March 16, 2013

The NSW Government today announced one of the State’s biggest ever housing supply programs - with up to 171,700 new homes to be delivered across Sydney, NSW Premier Barry O’Farrell and Minister for Planning and Infrastructure Brad Hazzard said today.


Site Works Begin on Bowen Place Underpass

Posted On March 14, 2013

Infrastructure work at Bowen Place has commenced in preparation for the construction of a new pedestrian and cycle underpass.


All New Canberra Terminal Opens During Centenary

Posted On March 13, 2013

The first passengers today passed through the new Western Concourse Terminal at Canberra Airport, marking a major milestone towards the completion of the airport's redevelopment.


New street furniture and bins for shopping centres and parks

Posted On March 13, 2013

Work has now commenced to install new street furniture and larger bin facilities at 10 shopping centres and three local parks across the ACT, Minister for Territory and Municipal Services, Shane Rattenbury, announced today.


Funding to Get Muswellbrook Bypass “Shovel Ready”

Posted On March 13, 2013

The Federal Labor Government has today announced that it will complete the planning for a future bypass of Muswellbrook, with $10 million having been set aside to get this project ‘shovel ready’.


Federal Funding for Westconnex Road Project

Posted On March 4, 2013

The Federal Government has committed to providing funds towards the Westconnex road project, if planning currently underway identifies a detailed business case and direct routes through to the CBD and Port Botany.


Maldon to Dombarton Rail Link: Field Studies Underway

Posted On February 26, 2013

Teams of specialist engineers and environmental advisers have begun work on identifying and investigating the design, safety and conservation issues associated with the proposed Maldon to Dombarton Rail Link.


Remote road works rebuild Namadgi access

Posted On February 20, 2013

Minister for Territory and Municipal Services, Shane Rattenbury, today acknowledged the efforts of the ACT Parks and Conservation Service in delivering significant upgrade and repair works to rural roads within Namadgi National Park.


Tough New Rules for Coal Seam Gas Activity

Posted On February 19, 2013

NSW Premier Barry O’Farrell and Deputy Premier Andrew Stoner today announced tough new measures to further strengthen the regulation of the Coal Seam Gas industry in NSW.


Work starts on $46 million Richomond Road Upgrade

Posted On February 16, 2013

NSW Premier and Minister for Western Sydney Barry O’Farrell and Roads Minister Duncan Gay today hit go on the upgrade of a key arterial road to support new housing and jobs in Western Sydney.


Jobs and water security supported by Dendrobium decision

Posted On February 11, 2013

The NSW Government has approved scaled-back plans for underground mining which will support 1,000 jobs and the Port Kembla steelworks while safeguarding the metropolitan area’s water supply.


Opportunity to Walk Across Australia's Longest Bridge

Posted On February 11, 2013

Locals from across the Mid North Coast are being invited to the celebrations on Sunday, 24 February to see firsthand the new Kempsey Bypass before it opens to traffic in March, more than 12 months ahead of schedule.


Construction on the Majura Parkway Begins

Posted On February 5, 2013

Major construction on the largest ever road project in our nation’s capital—the $288 million Majura Parkway—is now underway.


More Work on Northern Sydney Freight Corridor: Gosford Passing Loops

Posted On February 4, 2013

Downer EDI Works has been awarded the $93 million Design and Construct contract to deliver the Gosford Passing Loops Project, part of the Northern Sydney Freight Corridor Program.


New Stuart Highway Parking Bays Completed

Posted On January 25, 2013

Truck drivers who regularly use the Stuart Highway now have another safer place to pull over and take a break or catch up on their sleep following this week’s opening of two new parking bays.


New line to reduce congestion on Sydney rail network opens

Posted On January 21, 2013

The new 36 kilometre Southern Sydney Freight Line will commence operations today, a $1 billion piece of infrastructure which will speed up the movement of trains through Sydney.


Tidal flow scheme opens on Princes Highway at Arncliffe

Posted On January 16, 2013

The Member for Rockdale, John Flowers MP, today announced that the Roads and Maritime Services have opened a new traffic tidal flow scheme at the intersection of the Princes Highway, Forest Road and Wickham Street at Arncliffe.


M4 Motorway to Get Smarter: Design & Planning Contract Awarded

Posted On December 17, 2012

Sinclair Knight Merz (SKM) has been given the job of identifying and assessing the design and environmental issues associated with retrofitting the M4 Motorway with the latest technology for tackling congestion.


Contract Awarded for Fitzgerald Bridge at Aberdeen

Posted On November 29, 2012

Nelmac Pty Ltd has been selected to erect the new higher and wider Fitzgerald Bridge over the Hunter River just outside Aberdeen, with construction to start next month and be completed by early 2014.


Scone Rail Level Crossing Options on Display for Community Comment

Posted On November 29, 2012

Members of the public are invited to have their say on options to address the impact of the railway crossing at the New England Highway and Kelly Street at Scone.


Northern Beaches Hospital proposal

Posted On November 29, 2012

The Minister for Planning and Infrastructure, Brad Hazzard, has declared that major development within the Northern Beaches Hospital precinct will be assessed as State significant infrastructure (SSI).


New Stations, New Trains and 14 Million Fewer Car Trips

Posted On November 29, 2012

North West Sydney today got its first look at the city’s eight new railway stations and other major benefits of the North West Rail Link, with the project’s second Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) going on exhibition.


New Sydney Headquarters for Civil Aviation Safety Authority

Posted On November 29, 2012

Today I officially opened the new Sydney headquarters of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) which will provide our independent aviation safety regulator with enhanced facilities to oversight Australia's largest aviation market.


QA Software works with Dept of Transport for NSW on projects worth $10 billion

Posted On November 14, 2012

Following the successful implementation of the Department of Transport for NSW’s North West Rail Link project, Melbourne-based information management solutions company, QA Software has been awarded an additional two new projects by the department taking the total value of projects the company is working on to $9 billion.


Rebuilding NSW: 20-year vision for transport

Posted On September 12, 2012

The NSW Government today released its 20-year vision to deliver the State a world-class public transport, roads and freight network.


New GP Super Clinic Opens In Warnervale

Posted On September 10, 2012

The Federal Labor Government has today marked another milestone in delivering better health care for NSW Central Coast residents with the official opening of a new GP Super Clinic.


Abigroup commences work on M5 West Widening

Posted On August 20, 2012

National contractor Abigroup has officially commenced work on the much-anticipated M5 West Widening.


Moorebank: Government Seeks Private Sector Expertise

Posted On August 15, 2012

The process of appointing the board of the Government Business Enterprise (GBE) to oversee the private sector delivery of a new freight handling facility at Moorebank in Sydney's south west has begun and is expected to be concluded by the end of the year.


Revamped Tamworth Airport opens its doors

Posted On August 8, 2012

A newly revamped Tamworth Regional Airport will make the flying experience safer and more comfortable for passengers travelling to and from one of Australia's biggest regional centres.


First Bridge in Eastern Section of Hunter Expressway Complete

Posted On July 30, 2012

Another major milestone has been achieved on the $1.7 billion Hunter Expressway, with the completion of the first bridge in the eastern section.


Rose Bay boat ramp upgrade complete

Posted On July 27, 2012

The Member for Vaucluse, Gabrielle Upton MP, today announced that the boat ramp at Lyne Park in Rose Bay has been reopened to the public after a major upgrade.


Macleay River - Work area downstream from Frederickton

Posted On July 27, 2012

Roads and Maritime Services (RMS) has declared a navigation restriction area about 700 metres downstream from the Frederickton township for safety reasons.


Northern Sydney Freight Corridor Upgrade: One Down; Three To Go

Posted On July 23, 2012

The first major milestone in the billion dollar upgrade and modernisation of the Interstate Rail Network from North Strathfield through Sydney’s northern suburbs to Newcastle has been reached with the commissioning of the new passing loop at Hexham.


NSW Government Studies Unsolicited Proposal for F3 to M2 Link

Posted On July 23, 2012

NSW Roads Minister Duncan Gay today announced the NSW Government had received an unsolicited proposal from private motorway operator Transurban for a possible F3 to M2 Motorway Tunnel link underneath Pennant Hills Road.


Sydney Aviation Capacity Scoping Study Gets Underway

Posted On July 23, 2012

The Federal Government has appointed technical experts and consultants for a scoping study into Wilton’s suitability as a second Sydney Airport.


$5 million in grants available boating infrastructure projects

Posted On June 29, 2012

The Minister for Roads and Ports Duncan Gay today called for applications from councils, boating clubs and community groups for boating infrastructure projects under the Roads and Maritime Services (RMS) Better Boating Program (BBP).


A new dawn?

Posted On June 29, 2012

The New South Wales Government has revealed a major deal has been struck to redevelop several blocks of land in Newcastle's CBD.


New trains, more choice for North West as multi-billion dollar tender process begins

Posted On June 29, 2012

NSW Premier and Minister for Western Sydney Barry O’Farrell and NSW Minister for Transport Gladys Berejiklian today announced the multi-billion dollar tender process to build the North West Rail Link has started.


Australia opens Frederickton Interchange on Kempsey Bypass

Posted On June 29, 2012

The Australian government has completed and opened the Frederickton Interchange on the $618m Kempsey Bypass in New South Wales.


Stage one of the Wahroonga F3 interchange upgrade completed

Posted On June 29, 2012

Work to upgrade the F3 Pacific Highway interchange at Wahroonga is progressing well with stage one of the upgrade completed today, NSW Premier and Member for Ku-ring-gai Barry O’Farrell announced today.


Monorail to cease operations June 2013

Posted On June 29, 2012

Minister for Transport Gladys Berejiklian announced today Sydney’s monorail will cease operations next year, clearing the way for the removal of the infrastructure to accommodate the new convention centre at Darling Harbour.


Major national and international interest in North West Rail Link

Posted On June 29, 2012

Minister for Transport Gladys Berejiklian today addressed hundreds of industry representatives from Australia and overseas at a North West Rail Link project briefing held in Sydney’s north west.


M5 West widening works to start next month

Posted On June 29, 2012

NSW Roads and Ports Minister Duncan Gay today announced that the widening of the M5 West motorway was a step closer after the signing of contracts for the work and Interlink Roads reaching financial close.


NSW Government extends development (S.I.C) levy discount

Posted On June 29, 2012

The NSW Government will further support the comprehensive package to boost housing supply across the state by extending the discount on the State Infrastructure Contribution (S.I.C).


New grants to improve country passenger transport infrastructure

Posted On June 14, 2012

Minister for Transport Gladys Berejiklian today invited councils, transport operators and community groups to apply for $1.4 million in grants to improve public transport infrastructure in country NSW.


Community views sought on wind farm proposal near Wellington

Posted On June 14, 2012

The Department of Planning and Infrastructure is giving the community 60 days – double the usual exhibition period – to comment on a proposed wind farm near Wellington in central NSW.


Building today for tomorrow's future

Posted On June 14, 2012

The NSW Liberals & Nationals Government will continue to invest to improve essential services for the people of NSW and build the critical infrastructure needed to secure the State’s future.


Building Western Sydney's future

Posted On June 14, 2012

The 2012-13 Budget provides significant investment in transport, roads and health for Western Sydney, and continues the delivery of key election commitments for the region, NSW Premier and Minister for Western Sydney Barry O’Farrell said today.


$5 billion for roads and maritime in 2012-13 budget

Posted On June 14, 2012

“This year’s budget includes a significant investment aimed at tackling congestion in our busy city areas and improving our rural and regional network...," NSW Roads and Ports Minister Duncan Gay announced today.


Have your say on development standards for Huntlee

Posted On June 14, 2012

The public is being invited to comment on a draft plan to promote housing diversity, walkable villages and a vibrant town centre across a 1,702 hectare site in the NSW Hunter Valley.


Unclogging the arteries to boost NSW housing supply

Posted On June 14, 2012

More than half a billion dollars will be invested in new infrastructure funding and resources to unclog the arteries blocking housing development across NSW, Minister for Planning and Infrastructure Brad Hazzard said today.


Premier opens $65M redeveloped Sydney Showground Stadium

Posted On June 5, 2012

NSW Premier and Minister for Western Sydney Barry O’Farrell and Minister for Sport and Recreation Graham Annesley today officially opened the upgraded Sydney Showground Stadium at Sydney Olympic Park.


Getting on with the job: Contract awarded for construction of Inner West Light Rail Extension

Posted On June 5, 2012

NSW Premier Barry O’Farrell and Minister for Transport Gladys Berejiklian today announced a major step in the delivery of transport infrastructure for Sydney with the contract awarded for the Inner West Light Rail Extension.


Land zoned for housing, conservation on South Wallarah peninsula

Posted On June 1, 2012

The rezoning today of three key sites in the State’s Central Coast and Lower Hunter is expected to result in more than 900 new dwellings and the protection of 848 hectares of high-value conservation land.


Public comment on proposed coal terminal

Posted On June 1, 2012

Planning and Infrastructure Minister Brad Hazzard has given the community two more weeks to comment on a proposal to construct and operate a coal export terminal at Kooragang lsland.


Transport blitz to deliver improvements for Illawarra customers

Posted On June 1, 2012

The NSW Government will build Flinders Railway Station and deliver improvements at four other stations to make public transport a more attractive choice for Illawarra residents.


Veolia Transdev and Transfield Services to begin operating Sydney Ferries five months early

Posted On June 1, 2012

Minister for Transport Gladys Berejiklian today announced Harbour City Ferries, a partnership between Veolia Transdev and Transfield Services, had won the contract to operate Sydney Ferries under the NSW Government’s franchise model.


Pacific Highway duplication: builders shortlisted

Posted On March 23, 2012

NSW Roads and Maritime Services (RMS) has completed its initial assessment of the bids submitted by the construction companies interested in rebuilding the Pacific Highway from Frederickton to Eungai and shortlisted the best three.


Work to re-start on Princes Highway upgrade at South Nowra

Posted On February 28, 2012

NSW Roads and Ports Minister Duncan Gay today announced work will soon restart on the $62 million Princes Highway upgrade at South Nowra.


Nambucca heads to Urunga upgrade: Registrations of Interest

Posted On January 24, 2012

Following negotiations between the Australian and NSW Governments a bypass of Urunga is a step closer, with construction companies interested in designing and upgrading the Nambucca Heads to Urunga section of the Pacific Highway.


Delivering infrastructure for South West Sydney Camden Valley way upgrade to be completed

Posted On January 24, 2012

The remaining two lane sections of Camden Valley Way between Narellan Road and the M5/M7 interchange will be upgraded by the end of 2016, completing the upgrade of the entire 25 kilometre length to four lanes.


More than $6.5 million for tweed roads and ports infrastructure

Posted On January 24, 2012

NSW Minister for Roads & Ports Duncan Gay and Member for Tweed Geoff Provest today officially announced a $6.5 million contribution to Tweed Shire Council to extend Kirkwood Road from the Pacific Highway to Minjungbal Drive at Tweed Heads South.


O’Farrell delivers for Western Sydney: M5 West widening set to start mid-2012

Posted On January 24, 2012

NSW Premier and Minister for Western Sydney Barry O’Farrell and Minister for Roads Duncan Gay today announced the M5 West widening project would begin next year saving motorists up to an hour a week in travel times.


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