Changed traffic conditions on Parramatta Road, Summer Hill and Old Canterbury Road, Lewisham

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Motorists are advised of changed traffic conditions from Sunday 22 October on Parramatta Road, Summer Hill and Old Canterbury Road, Lewisham.

These changes are necessary for concrete pavement restorations along Parramatta Road between Sloane Street and Dover Street. The work will create a smoother and safer road surface with consistent driving conditions. 

Work will be carried out within the hours of 8pm and 5am between Sunday, 22 October and Friday, 8 December 2023, for 10 shifts, working up to five nights in a row, weather and worksite conditions permitting. Work will not be carried out on Saturdays or public holidays.

A road closure will be in place on Old Canterbury Road between Parramatta Road and Cook Street. 

Two detour routes will be in place to access Old Canterbury Road.  

The main detour will be via Parramatta Road, West Street and Railway Terrace.  

Refer to the map below for more information.

A secondary detour will be via Parramatta Road, Liverpool Road, Queen Street and Canterbury Road.

Advance Warning Variable Message Signs (VMS) will advise exact road closure dates in advance.

Parramatta Road will remain open throughout construction, with a contraflow in place from West Street to divert westbound traffic into eastbound lanes.

TfNSW will ensure access to properties in and near the work zone on Parramatta Road and within the road closure zone along Old Canterbury Road is maintained. 

Traffic controls and reduced speed limits will be in place for the safety of pedestrians, workers, and motorists. Motorists are advised to drive to the conditions and follow the directions of signs and traffic controllers.

Transport for NSW thanks motorists for their patience during this time.

For the latest traffic updates download the Live Traffic NSW App, visit livetraffic.com or call 132 701.