New South Batemans Bay Link Road now open to traffic
Motorists will benefit from safer and smoother journeys between South Batemans Bay and the Princes Highway following completion of a major new Link Road.
The new South Batemans Bay Link Road opened to traffic on Wednesday 20th December, just in time for the busy Christmas and summer school holiday period.
The extension to Glenella Road will provide motorists with a critical connection between the existing Glenella Road and the Princes Highway while reducing congestion for local residents and visitors.
Featuring a new roundabout on the Princes Highway and a new two-lane road connecting to the existing Glenella Road, previously upgraded by Eurobodalla Shire Council, the completed project will also reduce the risk of serious crashes.
Minor work on the new Link Road will continue into 2024 with the installation of fauna crossings, landscaping work, final sealing and line marking activities, with the community to be given advance notice of any traffic impacts.
The speed limit will remain at 60 km/h after a Transport for NSW speed zone review found this would enable traffic to safely pass through the new roundabout, align with the surrounding speed limits and potentially save lives.
Minister for Regional Roads and Transport Jenny Aitchison said:
This transformative project will take pressure off Beach Road, relieve congestion in the Batemans Bay CBD and support future growth in the area.
“Most importantly, it will also reduce the likelihood of serious crashes and injuries.
“More than 2500mm of rain fell across the project between October 2021 and November 2023, but crews have worked hard to finish major work before Christmas, so I want to thank them for their fantastic efforts and commitment to getting this road open despite the delays.”
Member for Bega Dr Michael Holland said:
“We want to thank motorists and the community for their patience throughout the work; the end result has been well worth the wait.
“I’m pleased to see Glenella Road has now been reopened between the Princes Highway and Heron Road with the upgraded two-lane road connecting the suburbs around Batemans Bay with the Princes Highway.
“Access to The Ridge Road has also been reopened with a wider shoulder for passing vehicles on Glenella Road.
“This project is great for motorists living in, and visiting our region, and it reinforces the Minns Labor Government’s commitment to delivering for our communities.”