Planning begins for the extension of Camden Bypass in South-West Sydney

Planning is now underway on a much-needed extension of the Camden Bypass in South-West Sydney, and this marks a step towards improved connectivity and reduced traffic congestion in the region.

Communities in South-West Sydney have been calling for better road infrastructure and less congestion, with the Minns and Albanese Labor Governments now getting on with the job of delivering what the region needs and deserves.

The extension is proposed to include a flyover connecting the Camden Bypass to Camden Valley Way to allow motorists to avoid two major intersections and Narellan Town Centre.

“Western Sydney is growing fast but the former Liberal Government let the infrastructure fall behind, that is changing under our Government.

“The extension of the Camden Bypass would help these fast-growing communities avoid congestion points around Narellan and get home to their families faster.

“This commitment is about planning the roads infrastructure of the future so the people of the South West aren’t cut off or held back from opportunity,” Acting Minister for Roads John Graham said.

This project forms part of the $65 million South West Sydney Roads Planning Program that focusses on seven critical road corridors across Greater Macarthur and the South West Growth Area. This includes the Hume Motorway, Cowpasture Road, Camden Valley Way, Campbelltown Road, Menangle Road, a future extension of Jersey Road, and a bypass of the Appin town centre.

The Program represents a decisive investment in delivering the road network needed to support growth as well as ease congestion as thousands of new families continue to move into the region. Not only will this initiative help people spend less time in traffic and more time with their family, friends and local communities, but it will also ensure that South-West Sydney is not left behind.

The State Government is committing a record $7.4 billion investment in roads across Western Sydney, including the South-West Sydney Roads Planning Program. This significant funding will deliver the infrastructure needed for one of the fastest growing regions in Australia.

Transport for NSW is now progressing planning for the Camden Bypass extension, with the appointment of GHD to develop the concept design and Review of Environmental Factors for widening two other sections of Camden Valley Way. This includes:

• 3.5 kilometres from the M5/M7 interchange to Cowpasture Road
• 1.8 kilometres from Oran Park to Anderson Road

Transport for NSW will keep the community updated as planning progresses.

“I speak to parents and locals who tell me they’re leaving early in the morning and still getting stuck in traffic around Narellan, At the end of the day, we just want to get home to our families – not spend another half hour sitting behind the wheel.

“That’s why projects like the Camden Bypass Extension matter so much to our community. It’s about giving people some of their time back and making everyday life a bit easier.

“Locals know our area is growing quickly and they deserve infrastructure that grows with it. We can’t be playing catch up,” Member for Camden Sally Quinnell said.

Source: NSW Government – Media Releases; Camden Council – Media Centre; Infrastructure Magazine