Significant funding to get critical North West Sydney road projects shovel-ready

The New South Wales and Australian Governments are teaming up to get critical road projects in North West Sydney shovel-ready, with a $156 million joint investment – which was announced as part of the 2025-26 State Budget. 

This funding will help accelerate planning and development of critical upgrades in the booming suburbs of Blacktown, Rooty Hill, Marsden Park, Schofields and Rouse Hill. 

The joint investment will pave the way for the delivery of construction projects that will help ease congestion and improve travel times to make it easier for North West families to get where they need to be, safer and faster. 

“The Minns Labor Government is building better communities and are investing to get critical road projects shovel-ready. 

“Roads are essential infrastructure for the growing communities of North West Sydney and that is why we are partnering with the Albanese Government to invest $156 million to kickstart planning for a series of major arterial road projects. 

“This is about new and widened roads, new intersections, roundabouts and safety improvements – all supporting new homes, expanding suburbs and new facilities. 

“The Minns Government is stepping up with a plan to build the roads the North West needs. These projects are critical to keeping pace with growth and ensuring our communities remain liveable,” Minister for Roads Jenny Aitchison said. 

Projects to be delivered with this funding include: 

• $49 million in additional funding for planning upgrades and future duplication along the Richmond Road Corridor from the M7 to The Driftway in Richmond. This takes the total investment to $74 million for one of the region’s busiest and most congested arterials (joint State and Australian Governments funded) 

• $30 million towards planning the duplication and future connection of Townson and Burdekin Roads in Schofield (joint State and Australian Governments funded) 

• $27 million to plan the upgrade of Garfield Road West in Marsden Park (State and Australian Governments funded), adding to the New South Wales Government’s existing commitment to widen Garfield Road East 

• $25 million for enabling works for the upgrade of Toongabbie Bridge (fully funded by the Australian Government) 

• $10 million to plan for critical road infrastructure around the future Rouse Hill Hospital (with a further $10 million from the Australian Government), ensuring the precinct is well connected when the hospital opens. Works include: 

• • Widening Windsor Road between Mile End Road and Commercial Road to three lanes plus a bus lane in each direction 

• • Upgrading the Windsor Road and Commercial Road, Windsor Road and Mile End Road, and Commercial Road and Caddies Boulevard intersections 

• • Constructing a shared path on the eastern side of Windsor Road 

• • Delivering new and upgraded bus infrastructure with dedicated bus lanes along Windsor Road between the existing T-way and Mile End Road 

• $3.5 million to plan for a new Francis Road rail overpass at Rooty Hill (fully funded by the New South Wales Government) 

• $1.5 million for a major congestion pinch point intersection upgrade at Flushcombe and Bungarribee Roads in Blacktown (fully funded by the New South Wales Government) 

“This funding is fantastic news for Riverstone and the broader North West. Upgrades to Richmond Road, Garfield Road West, Burdekin and Townson Roads will make a real difference to daily commutes and local connectivity. 

“The Riverstone community has been left behind when it comes to infrastructure and progress on these projects is long overdue. It’s great to finally have governments investing in the major road improvements we need,” State Member for Riverstone Warren Kirby said. 

“Rooty Hill families know how frustrating traffic congestion can be. This investment to plan the upgrade of the Francis Road rail overpass and other local roads shows the Minns Labor Government is listening to our community and delivering the infrastructure we need,” State Member for Mount Druitt Edmond Atalla said. 

“This is a huge win for our community. Areas like Blacktown are growing rapidly, and the intersection of Flushcombe and Bungaribee Roads is a major pinch point. This package ensures we can start the process to deliver the infrastructure our growing area needs, that was neglected for so long under the previous government,” State Member for Blacktown Stephen Bali said. 

“After years of being overlooked by the previous government, it’s great to see Prospect and the broader North West receive this critical boost, including upgrading Toongabbie Bridge. This package will help our growing communities stay connected and keep families moving safely,” State Member for Prospect Hugh McDermott said. 

When complete, the North West Sydney growth area will be home to about 250,000 people and it is one of the fastest growing parts of Australia, with new housing, schools and hospitals placing increased demand on the road network. 

The Minns and Albanese Governments are committing significant funding this year to ensure the next round of construction can get underway – kickstarting critical planning for North West Sydney. 

The joint $156 million funding is part of a broader roads and transport investment in the 2025-26 Budget which focuses on ‘must-have’ infrastructure in the State’s suburbs and regions that support liveability and growth. 

“For too long Western Sydney families have been stuck in congested roads which haven’t kept up with development. This investment reflects the Minns Labor Government’s commitment to getting the basics right. 

“Western Sydney roads have been a priority for Deputy Premier Prue Car and the Minns Government, and this boost means hardworking parents in our growing North West suburbs can get home to their families sooner. 

“Our 2025-26 Budget builds on the Minns Government’s plan to build a better NSW and a better Western Sydney – delivering more homes, stronger essential services, and the infrastructure our growing communities need to thrive,” Acting Minister for Western Sydney Courtney Houssos said. 

Source: NSW Government – Media Releases; Council Magazine