The Minns Labor Government has awarded a major construction contract for the long-awaited $100 million bypass project in New South Wales, signalling a significant investment in local infrastructure and road safety.
Abergeldie Complex Infrastructure has been selected to deliver the project, which will see the construction of a 950-metre bypass featuring two new roundabouts and a bridge crossing Hortons Creek.
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Construction is scheduled to begin in the coming months and is expected to open to traffic in late 2026.
Why the Bypass is Needed
More than 10,000 vehicles currently use the existing road each day, and traffic volumes during peak periods are projected to increase by 40 per cent in the coming years. The new bypass will offer an alternative route, helping to significantly reduce congestion and heavy vehicle traffic through the local town centre.
The project aims to:
- Improve safety for motorists and pedestrians
- Decrease travel times between Windsor and Wisemans Ferry
- Enhance flood resilience and emergency evacuation routes
- Support ongoing residential and commercial growth in Sydney’s north-west
The bypass will help maintain smoother traffic flow and improve local amenity, particularly as the North West region continues to experience rapid development.
Key Features of the Bypass
- Extending Pitt Town Road past Bathurst Street to connect with Cattai Road, east of Eldon Street
- Constructing a new single-lane roundabout at Eldon Street and Old Pitt Town Road
- Closing a portion of Cattai Road to maintain access to Buckingham Street
- Building new bridge crossings over Hortons Creek
- Installing a new single-lane roundabout at the Pitt Town Road/Bathurst Street and Glebe Road intersection
These upgrades aim to deliver a safer, faster, and more resilient transport link for the community.
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Government Statements
Minister for Roads, Jenny Aitchison:
“The Liberals promised to construct the Pitt Town Road Bypass for years, but failed to get the project moving. The Minns Labor Government has listened to the community and community advocates to bring this project to commencement.”
“As the North West of Sydney continues to grow, it is essential that local communities have reliable infrastructure. The bypass will connect travellers and serve residents in this fast-growing region.”
NSW Labor’s Hawkesbury spokesperson, Peter Primrose MLC:
“A bypass has been talked about for more than six decades. It’s good to see the time for talk is over and the Minns Labor Government is delivering this vital piece of infrastructure.”
Federal Member for Macquarie, Susan Templeman:
“Having advocated for many years alongside the community, I can say the Minns Government has made a huge difference, committing and then delivering the funding needed to get this project moving.”
Long-Term Benefits
Beyond easing congestion, the bypass project will also:
- Support regional economic growth by providing more efficient transport links
- Increase community safety, particularly during emergency events such as floods
- Reduce noise and air pollution in the local town centre
The bypass is a key part of broader efforts by the Minns Government to modernise New South Wales’ transport infrastructure and deliver better outcomes for regional communities.
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