TODAY I welcome the much-needed upgrade to local bridges under the Australian Government’s new $300 million Bridges Renewal Programme, said Federal Member for Parkes, Mark Coulton.
The Abbott/Truss Government is committing $28.5 million matched by proponents to 29 projects across New South Wales as part of Round One of the Bridges Renewal Programme.
“The injection of more than $3 million to upgrade our local bridges will make using them safer and more reliable, while also being a huge fillip for freight providing major benefits for the community and the region,” Mr Coulton said.
Local bridges approved for upgrade in the Parkes Electorate are listed below:
|
Local Government Area |
Project Name & Location |
Australian Government Contribution |
Total Project Cost |
|
Mid-Western Regional Council |
Green Gully on the Queens Pinch Rd, Queens Pinch 22kms south of Mudgee. |
$326,000 |
$652,000 |
|
Mid-Western Regional Council |
Stoney Creek on the Wollar Rd 34kms NE of Mudgee |
$410,000 |
$820,000 |
|
Mid-Western Regional Council |
Butter Factory Bridge, Crudine Creek on the Crudine Rd 63kms south of Mudgee |
$315,000 |
$630,000 |
|
Narrabri Shire Council |
Harparary Bridge over the Namoi River, Harparary Rd 35kms south of Narrabri |
$1,694,000 |
$3,388,000 |
|
Warrumbungle Shire Council |
Mow Creek Bridge, on Warrumbungle Way, 25kms south of Coonabarabran |
$400,000 |
$1,100,000 |
|
Warrumbungle Shire Council |
Orana Rd Bridge, 20kms south of Coolah on Rd to Dunedoo. |
$225,000 |
$450,000 |
“In particular, our programme will improve road access for local traffic and increase efficiency on local roads, which will be a relief to all,” Mr Coulton said.
“The Parkes electorate is a vibrant region and our Government is investing in its continued growth.
“Councils will play a significant role in managing these projects, ensuring these bridges can continue to contribute to productivity and community access.”
Today, the Australian Government has committed $28.5 million under Round One of the programme, with a total commitment of $300 million over five years from 2014-15 for the entire programme.
