• Funding program Investment Road and Rail Program
  • Status Completed
  • Transport mode Road
  • Expected start/finish Early 2023 - Mid 2025
  • Estimated project cost $55,000,000
  • Australian Government contribution $44,000,000
  • Local Council/Shire Shire of Carnamah,Shire of Coorow,Shire of Dandaragan,Shire of Irwin
  • State WA

Project description

The project will realign, improve and widen seals on Indian Ocean Drive between Jurien Bay and the Brand Highway. The coast between Jurien and Dongara is home to a large fishing and lime sand industry. The route has seen significant increases in traffic volumes as it provides enhanced accessibility and separation from heavy vehicles on Brand Highway. The increases in traffic have highlighted deficiencies in the older section to cope with the increased traffic and the need for an increase in dedicated passing lanes along the route. The project is expected to improve road safety and efficiency on Indian Ocean Drive, which provides access to tourist areas to the north of Perth.

Benefits

  • Improved road safety for all road users
  • Improved efficiency and network reliability

Funding

The Australian Government has committed $44 million towards the $55 million project.

Timetable

This project commenced construction in February 2023 and was completed in April 2025. 

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