Friday, 10 May 2019

More local roads, bridges and intersections will be upgraded across regional and rural Victoria as part of the Andrews Labor Government’s Fixing Country Roads Program, meaning safer and more reliable journeys for drivers.

Latrobe City Council has secured a portion of the $70 million in second round funding for additional road improvement projects.

Black Tank Road and Railway Avenue at Glengarry will be sealed as part of the Fixing Country Roads Program, boosting safety for motorists and locals. Macpherson Road, Newborough and Buckleys Road, Hazelwood North will also be sealed.

Round one projects are on track for completion by mid-2019, while round two projects must be delivered by June 30, 2020.

For more information and the full list of projects funded under the Fixing Country Roads Program, visit regionalroads.vic.gov.au.

Quotes attributable to Member for Eastern Victoria Region, Harriet Shing

“With these upgrades, we’re making sure Latrobe City Council’s roads are safer and more durable for all drivers.”

“It’s all about ensuring regional communities have access to high-quality roads so all Victorians can get home sooner and safer.”