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Nation Building Program

Pacific Highway - Banora Point Upgrade

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Funding Program:Nation Building Program National Projects
Status:Completed
Transport Mode:Road
Expected Start/Finish:16 December 2009 - 23 September 2012
Estimated Project Cost:$359,000,000
Australian Government Contribution:$349,000,000
Local Council/Shire:Tweed Shire Council
State:NSW
Corridor:Sydney - Brisbane

Project Description

The project upgraded 2.5 km from the northern end of Barney's Point bridge to the southern end of the Tweed Heads bypass.

Benefits

The upgraded project will improve road safety, reduce travel times, reduce freight transport costs and improve economic efficiency.

Funding

The Australian Government has previously provided $2 million for the planning activities for the project and has committed a further $347 million in the Nation Building Program to 2013-14, bringing the total Australian Government commitment to $349 million.

Timetable

The project was completed on 23 September 2012.

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Project details last updated: 16/05/2013