Feedback invited on Dunheved Rd upgrade

Consultation on the concept design for Dunheved Road Upgrade is open for feedback until Friday 12 November 2021.

The $127 million upgrade, fully funded by the Australian Government under the Urban Congestion Fund, will alleviate traffic congestion and improve safety along the corridor between Richmond Road and the Werrington Road/Christie Street intersection.

Penrith General Manager Warwick Winn said that this upgrade will create a new median separated four lane carriageway, instead of the current two-lane undivided road.

“This upgrade will improve community access and contribute enormously to safety and efficiency in the area. We are keen to know what users of Dunheved Road think about the concept plans to improve this integral part of Penrith’s local road network,” Mr Winn said.

“If you use Dunheved Road, please take the time to look and tell us what you think, especially if you live in the immediately surrounding area. We particularly encourage those in the suburbs of Cambridge Gardens, Cambridge Park, St Marys, Werrington, Werrington Downs and Werrington County to participate.”

Minister for Communications, Urban Infrastructure, Cities and the Arts, the Hon Paul Fletcher MP, said he encouraged the community to have their say on this important project.

“The Dunheved Road Upgrade is just one example of us delivering on our commitment to progress critical infrastructure projects across the country under our record $110 billion, 10-year infrastructure investment pipeline, which is helping to drive Australia’s world-leading economic recovery,” Minister Fletcher said.

Federal Member for Lindsay, Melissa McIntosh, said the community was at the heart of this project from the beginning.

“It was our community’s support for my petition that helped me secure $127 million in Australian Government funding to fully fund this important project. I want this upgrade to deliver the best outcomes for local families and businesses, easing congestion and improving safety. That’s why it’s so important you make your voice heard and contribute to the community consultation,” Ms McIntosh said.

The final designs for Dunheved Road Upgrade are expected to be on display in mid-2022. Construction is anticipated to start in early 2023.

To give your feedback, see the concept designs for this transformation, view a 3D fly and understand proposed intersection changes please visit: yoursaypenrith.com.au/dunhevedroadupgrade