- Funding program Investment Road and Rail Program
- Status Under construction
- Transport mode Road
- Expected start/finish Early 2023 - Early 2027
- Estimated project cost $415,700,000
- Australian Government contribution $415,700,000
- Local Council/Shire Cardinia Shire Council
- State VIC
Project description
The project is expected to duplicate Racecourse Road between the Princes Freeway and Henry Street in Pakenham, and upgrade McGregor Road and Racecourse Road interchanges. This includes the signalisation of the intersection at Bald Hill Road, upgrading the Princes Freeway overpass, upgrading the McGregor Road interchange with the Pakenham Bypass, new freeway ramps and the widening of McGregor Road between the northern freeway roundabout and Webster Way.
Benefits
The project is expected to reduce congestion and cater for growth and accessibility in the Pakenham East, Officer and South East Business Park areas. It is also expected to reduce traffic delays, improve network efficiency and increase safety for road users.
Funding
The Australian Government is contributing $415.7 million to the project.
Timetable
Construction commenced January 2023 and completion is expected early 2027.
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