Works get underway on first stage of Gosford Bypass upgrades

Works to upgrade the Gosford Bypass in New South Wales have officially commenced as the Minns Government continues to deliver its election commitment for the Central Coast. 

To date, the State Government has invested more than $294 million on Central Coast roads. 

With early works commencing, it marks the beginning of a series of projects designed to help bust bottlenecks as well as get traffic flowing for the 30,000 motorists who use this corridor each day. 

“The Minns Labor Government is delivering on its promise to ease congestion and get traffic moving on the Central Coast. 

“The Gosford Bypass is a vital north-south link for locals, freight and visitors, and we’re getting on with the job of improving safety and reliability for every road user. 

“This investment will make a real difference for thousands of motorists, cyclists and pedestrians who rely on this corridor every day,” Minister for Roads Jenny Aitchison said. 

“Promises made, promises kept. This is a great milestone for the people of the Central Coast. 

“These works represent real progress on the delivery of the Gosford Bypass,” Member for The Entrance David Mehan said. 

The first stage of the $40 million project will prioritise the Manns Road and Stockyard Place intersection at West Gosford. 

The upgrade includes: 

• Extended southbound lanes north of the intersection to keep traffic flowing 

• A new 2.5-metre-wide shared path for cyclists and pedestrians 

• Improvements to the right-turn lane into Stockyard Place 

• Smoother, safer road surfaces and line markings 

• A relocated northbound bus stop for easier and safer access 

Works will take about six weeks to complete, weather permitting, and construction will be carried out at night between 7pm and 4am to minimise disruption to locals. 

Some lane closures will be required, and a reduced speed limit of 40km/h will be applied as works are completed. 

Project map (source: Transport for NSW)

The overall Gosford Bypass program of works will be delivered in stages, combining short-term congestion busting improvements with planning for future major upgrades along the corridor. 

There are two other projects that are in the design phase, which are expected to be finalised in early 20206. The projects are: 

• Pacific Highway and Parsons Road intersection (roundabout capacity upgrade) 

• Pacific Highway between Newling Street and Kathleen Morreau Road (safety and pedestrian improvements) 

“Progressing this region-enhancing project is a major win for the Central Coast. 

“The Gosford Bypass upgrades will cut travel times, reduce congestion and make our roads safer for drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians alike. 

“It’s exactly the kind of infrastructure our growing region needs and deserves,” Minister for the Central Coast David Harris said. 

“We promised to fix congestion on the Gosford Bypass and that’s exactly what we’re doing. 

“This upgrade will mean smoother, safer and faster trips for locals, and better connections between West Gosford and the M1. 

“i want to thank the community for their patience as we deliver this important project for our community,” Member for Gosford Liesl Tesch said. 

Source: NSW Government – Media Releases; Transport for NSW (1, 2)