AN elected Dutton Littleproud Coalition Government will invest $1.7 billion into Western Sydney road and rail upgrades, ensuring the region has the infrastructure it needs to support its growing population and economy.
The Coalition released a press release saying it “has a proud history of supporting Western Sydney. It was the Coalition Government that drove the 10 year Western Sydney Infrastructure Plan in 2014.
“We signed the $10.9 billion Western Sydney City Deal in 2018, and after decades of indecision, the Coalition kick started the Western Sydney International Airport (WSI).
The Coalition has already committed $1 billion towards the future southern extensions of the Sydney Metro Western Sydney Airport Rail, $500 million – to be matched by the NSW Government – to duplicate Fifteenth Avenue, and the upgrade of Wentworth Avenue to fix the Toongabbie Bridge.
“We are further investing in the future of Western Sydney with the following projects:
• $117.5 million to complete the final leg of the Mulgoa Road corridor upgrade (Stages 5A and 5B).
• $50 million to deliver stage one of the Edmondson Avenue duplication project which will provide enhanced transport capacity to accommodate planned future developments of more than 20,000 homes.
• $18.8 million for businesses cases to upgrade previously semi-rural roads that will be important to movement of freight to and from Western Sydney International Airport;
• $15 million to plan for improved future transport connections with the Old Windsor RoadWindsor Road corridor and Werrington Arterial Stage 2 business case.
• $15 million for to improve traffic flow and safety on Pennant Hills Road and Moseley Street, Carlingford
• $10 million for improve traffic flow and safety Pennant Hills Roads and Evans Road, Carlingford
• $5 million for the intersection improvements at the Kissing Point Road entry to Quarry Road, Dundas
Leader of the Opposition, the Hon Peter Dutton MP, said the Albanese Labor Government has
neglected Western Sydney, after cutting more than $2.5 billion in road and rail projects from the region.
“I want Western Sydney to be the economic powerhouse that we know it can be. Part of that is ensuring we build the roads and the infrastructure that western Sydney needs.
“A Government that I lead understands that investing in infrastructure is crucial to realising Western Sydney’s full potential.
“These investments will be a game changer for western Sydney: it will mean better roads and less congestion. It will mean less time spent on roads and in traffic and more time spent with your family.
“It will also take pressure off the broader Sydney network which we know is critical. Greater Western Sydney’s population is projected to hit 3.2 million by 2036. We must invest now to keep pace with this growth and make sure the community doesn’t fall behind.”
Shadow Minister for Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Development, Senator Bridget McKenzie, said while WSI is set to open in 2026, the Albanese Government’s funding cuts for vital road links has left the community without the connections they need.
“Labor talks about Western Sydney’s future, but their actions tell a different story—cancelling projects, delaying planning and putting growth at risk at the same time they have lost control of our borders and are adding to congestion by bringing in 1.8 million migrants over five years.
“The Coalition’s vision is clear: we will invest in congestion-busting, productivity-boosting road infrastructure to ensure Western Sydney communities and businesses can move efficiently and grow with confidence.”
Shadow Minister for Communications and Western Sydney, Melissa McIntosh MP, said Western Sydney residents, businesses and the broader Sydney region cannot afford another three years of Labor’s neglect of the region and cuts to infrastructure.
“This roads package is fantastic news for the Western Sydney community, which has been completely abandoned by the Labor Government. Without action, Western Sydney is facing a grim future of gridlock under the Albanese Government.
“The Coalition is delivering real solutions for Western Sydney – ensuring we invest in the roads, jobs and infrastructure our communities need to truly capitalise on this growth.
“These projects will boost connectivity for WSI, ensure safer commutes to Parramatta CBD and make sure housing developments get the roads they need.”
“Only a Dutton Coalition Government will invest in critical infrastructure projects that get Western Sydney and our great country back on track.”
