Next stage of $190m King Georges Rd upgrade now under construction

Works have commenced on Stage 2A of the King Georges Road upgrade in New South Wales, marking another major milestone on the $190 million project.

This stage will upgrade King Georges Road and Connells Point Road intersection to improve road safety as well as reduce travel times and congestion.

Key features of Stage 2A include:

• Widening the road from two to three lanes in each direction from Connells Point Road to the William Street and Culwulla Street intersection
• Extending the existing southbound right turn bay on King Georges Road by about 45 metres
• Introducing a central median along King Georges Road between Connells Point Road and the William Street and Culwulla Street intersection
• Adjusting existing island width and alignment on the service road
• Parking configuration changes on the service road
• Removing the left slip lane, zebra crossing and pedestrian island on the northeast corner of the intersection of King Georges Road and Connells Point Road for improved safety, while maintaining the signalised pedestrian crossing
• Increasing drainage capacity to manage flows from the widened road
• Relocating footpaths and utilities to suit the new road layout
• Resurfacing and new line marking on the road
• Changing to traffic control signals and signage
• Removing some trees and undertaking trimming and landscaping

“I’ve heard from our community just how frustrating congestion along King Georges Road can be, which is why we’re working with the Albanese Government to get this upgrade underway.

“King Georges Road is one of the busiest corridors in southern Sydney, and this upgrade is long overdue.

“We’re getting on with the job of delivering the infrastructure growing communities need, easing congestion and making daily travel safer and more predictable for local families and businesses

“This is a practical project that will make a real difference for the tens of thousands of people who use this road each day,” Premier and Member for Kogarah Chris Minns said.

“This upgrade is about keeping people, business and freight moving across southern Sydney, with the Albanese Government investing in infrastructure that delivers real benefits for local communities.

“By increasing capacity on King Georges Road, we’re cutting congestion, improving travel times and supporting a safer, more reliable network for the thousands of drivers who rely on this corridor every day,” Federal Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government Catherine King said.

Project map (source: Transport for NSW)

Stage 2A works build on improvements that have been completed under the first stage of the project, which included widening King Georges Road between Stoney Creek Road and Forest Road from four to six lanes.

The King Georges Road Stage 2A upgrade will not only help ease congestion along this key corridor, but it will also increase efficiency and improve safety for the thousands of cars, trucks and buses that use this road each day.

The overall project is jointly funded by the Australian and New South Wales Governments, each contributing $95 million.

BMD Construction is undertaking the delivery of this project.

“We’re delivering better roads for southern Sydney, and this next stage of the King Georges Road upgrade is a big step forward.

“Improving the Connells Point Road intersection will help traffic flow more smoothly, particularly during peak periods when this corridor is under the most pressure.

“With around 60,000 vehicles using this road each day, these upgrades will make journeys safer, quicker and more reliable for everyone who depends on this key corridor,” NSW Minister for Roads Jenny Aitchison said.

“Locals know how challenging this intersection can be. Congestion during peak times and on weekends are causing regular traffic jams when people just want to get to the shops at Shouth Hurstville, pick their kids up from school, or just go about their day.

“The works to widen King Georges Road, extend right turn lanes southbound, and upgrade footpaths and pedestrian refuges will make this intersection safer and easier to navigate for both drivers and pedestrians.

“I am proud to be part of a Federal Labor Government that is delivering $95 million in funding for this project, alongside our State Labor Government counterparts, working together to deliver the infrastructure upgrades our community needs,” Federal Member for Banks Zhi Soon said.

Source: NSW Government – Media Releases; Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government; Transport for NSW