| Funding Program: | Investment Road and Rail Program |
| Status: | Underway |
| Transport Mode: | Road |
| Expected Start/Finish: | Early 2014 - Mid 2024 |
| Estimated Project Cost: | $565,000,000 |
| Australian Government Contribution: | $452,000,000 |
| Local Council/Shire: | Launceston City Council,Northern Midlands Council,Southern Midlands Council |
| State: | TAS |
| Corridor: | Hobart - Burnie |
Project DescriptionThe Midland Highway Upgrade involves a series of projects that will complete safety works such as installing flexible barriers, widening shoulders, removing roadside hazards, upgrading intersections, realigning tight curves, and providing additional overtaking lanes and rest areas. BenefitsThe project will improve safety on the highway and achieve a minimum 3 Star AusRAP Safety Rating. FundingThe total project cost is $565 million. The Australian Government is contributing $452 million and the Tasmanian Government $113 million. TimetableThe project commenced in January 2014 and is expected to be completed in mid 2024. |
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Project details last updated: 23/10/2020
