Member for Kiama Gareth Ward has assured work on the Jervis Bay Road interchange is progressing well with some key works happening this month as the project takes shape.
The Jervis Bay Road Interchange lies in the southern-most part of Mr Ward’s electorate and completes the upgrade of the Princes Highway throughout his electorate with more than $2 billion invested from Albion Park Rail to Jervis Bay Road.
“Making the Princes Highway safer has been a career obsession for me. We worked with our community and the government and now a grade separated interchange at Jervis Bay Road is rising out of the ground and I am so pleased that the project is on track,” Mr Ward said.
“Many people thought this would never happen or that it was all too hard. But when I make a promise, I always get it done.
“During November, we’ll see the start of the bridge foundation, construction of the new entrance to Willowgreen Road, major earthworks and importing material for embankment construction, building road surfaces on parts of the Princes Highway, Jervis Bay Road, Old Princes Highway and Willowgreen Road, construction of the eastern roundabout and ongoing utility work.
“During work hours, there will be some temporary traffic changes to ensure worksite safety. Lane/shoulder closures and reduced speed limits of 60km/h or 40km/h may be in place on the Princes Highway, Old Princes Highway, Willowgreen Road, Jervis Bay Road and Gardner Road during these times.
“Whilst there are 10-night shifts planned as required, hours of work remain between 7AM to 6PM Monday to Friday and 8AM to 1PM on Saturdays.
“Motorists are advised to drive to the conditions and follow the directions of signs and traffic control. During night work, motorists are advised to allow an extra five minutes’ travel time,” Mr Ward concluded
