- Funding program Investment Road and Rail Program
- Status Under construction
- Transport mode Road
- Expected start/finish Mid 2022 - Mid 2026
- Estimated project cost $50,000,000
- Australian Government contribution $40,000,000
- Local Council/Shire Dorset Council
- State TAS
Project description
The Project will upgrade approximately a 15 kilometre section of the Tasman Highway at the Sideling between Minstone Road intersection and the Corkerys Road intersection.
Benefits
Upgrades are expected to improve freight productivity and reduce freight costs for the north-east agricultural sector.
Funding
The estimated cost of the project is $50 million. The Australian Government is contributing $40 million and the Tasmanian Government $10 million.
Timetable
Construction commenced construction in August 2022 and is expected to be completed by mid 2026.
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