More than $50 million is being invested by the Australian Government to deliver further upgrades to Monaro Highway in Canberra.
As part of the 2025-26 Federal Budget, another $53.5 million has been allocated to build the infrastructure that the growing Australian Capital Territory (ACT) communities need and deserve. This includes:
“Road upgrades are important to ensuring the safety of Canberrans on their commutes, travelling to holidays and everything in between. Upgrades like these to the Monaro Highway will benefit the many Canberrans who use it every day,” Member for Canberra Alicia Payne said.
The Monaro Highway Upgrade is a long-term series of improvements that are delivering improved safety, freight efficiency as well as faster and smoother commutes for residents.
The additional $30 million to complete Stage 1 and the $20 million funding for the Stage 2 business case brings the total Australian Government investment into the Monaro Highway Upgrade to $165.3 million.
The first stage of the upgrade is divided into four sections:
Stage 1 works are due to be completed in late 2027.
Meanwhile, planning for Stage 2 of the Monaro Highway Upgrade will commence in mid-2026 and be completed in mid-2028.
“This Budget, we’re investing in the transport infrastructure Canberrans need to support a growing city.
“We’re injecting a further $50 million into the Monaro Highway to continue these critical upgrades, ensuring it’s in good nick for residents and visitors – some of whom drive it every day.
“We will continue to work with the ACT Government to deliver the roads and rail projects that matter the most to Canberra,” Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government Catherine King said.
“I welcome this additional investment into critical infrastructure in the ACT. The Monaro Highway is a main arterial route for local residents and it is important that we get these improvements complete with the ACT Government,” Member for Bean David Smith said.
Lastly, the $3.5 million funding allocated towards the Gundaroo Drive duplication will ensure the completion of the project – expected early next year. This takes the total Australian Government investment in the project to $30.3 million.
This project will deliver a dual carriageway between Ginninderra Drive and the Barton Highway alongside intersection upgrades at Dumas Street, Owen Dixon Drive and Chuculba Crescent.
“Canberra is on the move – and we’re laying the track and paving the way.
“With investment in light rail, bike paths and roads like the Monaro and Gundaroo upgrades, we’re building a city that’s faster, more efficient, and better connected.
“After a decade of Canberra being overlooked by the Liberals, these projects are about designing the future; making it easier for Canberrans to get around, connect with each other, and make the most of our growing city,” Member for Fenner Andrew Leigh said.
Source: Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government; ACT Government – City Services
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