The preferred concept design for the Coffs Harbour Bypass project is now on display and community members are encouraged to provide feedback.
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Deputy Prime Minister Michael McCormack said the updated design not only made the $1.2 billion project more affordable but increased the benefits for Coffs Harbour residents and road users.
“This is a vital piece of the puzzle in finally delivering the Pacific Highway the North Coast deserves,” Mr McCormack said.
“The bypass will reduce travel times, remove hundreds of heavy vehicles from the centre of town and make Coffs Harbour much safer for drivers and the community.
“This project will also help transform the visual amenity and accessibility of the Coffs Harbour CBD and surrounding areas by reducing the number of vehicles using the existing Pacific Highway.”
NSW Minister for Roads, Maritime and Freight Melinda Pavey said the concept design brought construction one step closer.
“With funding now secured, the preferred concept design is an important step in preparing the project for construction,” Mrs Pavey said.
“We want to hear the community’s views on the changes and I encourage people to contact Roads and Maritime if they have any suggestions.”
The Nationals’ Member for Cowper Luke Hartsuyker said the design offered a range of benefits for all users of the highway.
“I fought for years to make this bypass a reality and I’m pleased it is now fully funded, with construction now certain, and starting in 2020,” he said.
“At almost $100 million per kilometre, this is the most expensive stretch in the entire multi-billion dollar upgrade of the Pacific Highway.
“It will provide much improved safety, convenience, and productivity for all users.”
The display will be open from September 24 to October 26 and the community can see it at information and feedback sessions at the Coffs Harbour Golf Course on September 27, and October 13 and 18.
The full design will be available from September 27 via an interactive map. You can provide your feedback on the design directly to the project team via this map.
An environmental impact statement is also currently being prepared and is targeted for public display in December 2018.
The community can view the updated design on the project website: www.rms.nsw.gov.au/coffsharbourbypass
You can also leave feedback on the design by calling, emailing or writing to the project team.
Phone: 1800 550-621
Email:CoffsHarbourBypass@rms.nsw.gov.au
Post: 21 Prince Street, Grafton NSW 2460
Submissions close on October 26.
