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BMD Constructions Pty Ltd has been awarded the contract to deliver the first stage of works under the Port to REZ Program.
Road upgrades that pave the way for the state’s Renewable Energy Zones (REZs) will start within weeks, after the NSW Government awarded the contract to deliver the first stage of the $128 million Port to REZ Program.
The program will upgrade key roads and intersections to make it possible to transport the oversized equipment needed to build renewable energy projects in regional NSW, and leave improved roads for the whole community.
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The Minns Labor Government is investing $110.5 million to build better roads that benefit communities and support the delivery of vital infrastructure and affordable renewable energy. The Australian Government is investing another $18 million in this project.
The first stage of works includes upgrades at 19 locations from the Port of Newcastle to Elong Elong near Dubbo, unlocking access to the Central-West Orana Renewable Energy Zone.
Australian company BMD Constructions Pty Ltd has been awarded the contract to deliver these works. Construction is expected to start within weeks. The project will create 60 jobs during construction.
Port to REZ route
The upgrades will include pavement widening, drainage adjustments, new turning lanes and relocation or adjustment of utilities, depending on the location.
Once delivered, the upgrades will benefit all motorists by reducing delay times, easing travel through intersections and improving road safety.
Construction will commence at several locations, including Selwyn Street in Mayfield North, Lonsdale Street in Jerrys Plains, Vinegaroy Road in Cassilis and Barneys Reef Road in Dunedoo.
It’s expected many upgrades will be completed this year. The Port to REZ program will continue to investigate further works across NSW.
To view the upgrades at the 19 locations, visit the Port to REZ interactive map.
Source: NSW Government
Source: © NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water. For current information go to energy.nsw.gov.au.
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