Freight
Fully Sealed Carrigan Road Now Fit for Freight
The final 56-kilometre sealing of Carrigan Road is now complete, providing all-weather access for heavy vehicles.
Twenty-Five Tenterfield Bridges Upgraded to Boost Freight
Work is being completed on 25 bridges in Tenterfield to allow for higher mass limit (HML) vehicles in a boost to freight productivity.
More COVID Testing Sites to Keep Freight Moving
Two new freight-friendly COVID-19 testing sites are opening along key routes in Western NSW to further support the industry.
Construction Begins on New Bridge at Rouchel
The ageing timber truss bridge over the Rouchel Brook on Rouchel Road is being replaced by a new dual-lane concrete structure.
New Wonbobbie Road Bridge to Boost Freight
Freight operators are experiencing more reliable and safer journeys crossing Marthaguy Creek with a new Wonbobbie Road bridge now open.
Full Access for Road Trains on Newell Highway
Road train operators can now access the entire length of the Newell Highway including through Parkes.
Artwork Showcases Cultural Sites in Proposed Lower Hunter Freight Corridor
Artist Saretta Fielding will be showcased at the Lake Macquarie Gallery from September 9 and an online community session on September 3.
Further Extension of Consultation for the Lower Hunter Freight Corridor
Consultation for the Lower Hunter Freight Corridor has been extended until 13 September due to continuing COVID-19 restrictions in place.
Sydney's First Freight COVID Testing Site to Open
A dedicated freight-friendly COVID-19 testing site is opening in Wetherill Park, making it easier for heavy vehicle drivers to get tested.
Extension of Consultation For the Lower Hunter Freight Corridor
Consultation for the Lower Hunter Freight Corridor has been extended until 31 August due to COVID-19 restrictions in place across NSW.
Freight Community System
Transport for NSW is seeking input from freight industry stakeholders to inform a Strategic Business Case for a Freight Community System.
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Level Crossing Changes Puts New Rail Line on Track
As work continues on reactivating the railway line between West Tamworth and Westdale, a pedestrian crossing at Bridge St will be closed.
Have Your Say on Lower Hunter Freight Corridor
A proposed route for a future rail freight corridor around Newcastle has been put out for public consultation.
Berry to Bomaderry Rail Upgrade on Track
The upgrading of rail line between Berry and Bomaderry is well underway to provide a boost for rail freight through the region.
Cowra Lines Moves to Concept Design Phase
SMEC Australia Pty Ltd has been awarded the tender to develop a concept design for the Cowra Lines to establish if reactivation is feasible.
Maryvale Passing Loop to Boost Rail Services
A passing loop being constructed at Maryvale will help ease congestion on the railway between Orange and Dubbo.
$15 Million Upper Hunter Shire Roadworks to Power Ahead
Bunnan Road, Moonan Brook Road and Barrington Tops Forest Road are part of a $15 million program to improve roads in The Hunter.
Boosting Productivity and Access at the Farmgate
A pilot is currently underway to make it simpler for high productivity vehicles in using local roads from the farm gate to a main road.
Road Freight Keeps on Trucking in NSW through Weather Crisis
To assist the movement of supermarket and medical supplies after recent weather events, road freight access on key routes will be expanded.
New Junee to Griffith Rail Loop at Coolamon Under Way
Design and planning work will begin on the intermediate passing loop (Junee to Griffith line) at Coolamon as part of Fixing Country Rail.