A new bridge and bypass for Moruya is a step closer, as the community has been invited to have their say on the project's proposed route.
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Member for Bega Andrew Constance said the proposed route would start near Shelley Road, at Moruya's industrial area in the north.
"A new bridge would be also built about two kilometres east of the existing bridge south of the Moruya River, crossing South Head Road and reconnect with the existing highway near Mountain View Road," Mr Constance said.
"Our local towns are often congested with traffic that has no need to, or no intention of stopping, we want to get them out of town and free our local streets for those who do want to stay and visit."
"Local residents are also frustrated about simply not being able to get to the shops without the long waits, especially during peak tourist periods."
Following community feedback on the proposed route, Mr Constance said design options for the bypass was the next phase of the project.
"Bypass connections to the Princes Highway will be investigated as the project progresses, following consideration of further community feedback along with more traffic and environmental studies," he said.
Senator for New South Wales Perin Davey encouraged the community to attend the information sessions and have their say on the project which forms part of the $1.5 billion Princes Highway corridor upgrades.
"The proposed bypass is approximately eight kilometres long and has been designed to deliver safer journeys on the Princes Highway, reduce congestion and remove heavy vehicles from the town centre," Senator Davey said.
"In addition to improving public transport, pedestrian and cyclist networks, this upgrade promises to increase the transport efficiency of freight operators.
For more information on the Moruya bypass, including the preferred strategic corridor option, and to have your say visit nswroads.work/moruyabypass.
The community is encouraged to have their say on the proposed route until Monday, June 14 and to meet the project team.
Information Sessions
Facebook Live online session
May 21, 12.30pm: Visit www.facebook.com/NSWRoads/events to RSVP
Community Session 1
May 22, between 8am-12pm: Moruya Country Markets.
Community Session 2
May 25: between 10am-2pm: Mechanics Institute Hall, 11 Page Street, Moruya
Community Session 3
May 25, between 3pm-5.30pm: SAGE Farmers Market
Community Session 4
May 27, between 2pm-6pm: Mechanics Institute Hall, 11 Page Street, Moruya.
To adhere to current health guidelines, bookings are required for Sessions 1 and 3 and booking details are available on the Transport for NSW webpage.
