The proposal demonstrates clear alignment to strategies and plans such as the National Road Safety Strategy, NSW’s Future Transport Strategy and the Central Coast Regional Plan 2041. There is a clear link between project outcomes and the Australian Government’s Infrastructure Policy Statement themes of Productivity and Liveabilty.  

Transport for NSW (TfNSW) has appropriately considered integration into the existing and future road and rail network. The proposal also includes futureproofing design requirements in the rail corridor through Wyong for potential additional tracks.  

The proposal is expected to provide a range of transport and amenity benefits for users travelling to or through Wyong. The majority of benefits are expected to accrue to transport users from private and commute trips (80%) due to improved travel time reliability, reduced vehicle operating costs and improvements in road corridor safety.  

Installing two more signalised intersections along the alignment further supports achieving the proposal’s amenity and safety objectives and is not forecast to impact travel speeds.  

Deliverability 

The proposal is well positioned for implementation and delivery. Property acquisitions are complete and further environmental assessment to meet community and regulator expectations is being finalised.  

Next Steps 

Infrastructure Australia supports delivering the Pacific Highway upgrades through Wyong Town Centre to enhance liveability and productivity in the growing regional centre.  

We recommend the Australian Government considers further investment so the full proposed scope can be delivered to maximise the project’s benefits. 

We recommend the NSW Government continues to engage with the Central Coast Council on the current review of bus service frequencies to identify opportunities to increase public transport patronage.