BY ISABEL EVERETT
The Hunter is being invited to have its say on initial plans to widen the Pacific Highway (Maitland Road) at Hexham from four to six lanes, between the Newcastle Inner City Bypass and the New England Highway.
The plan includes upgrading six kilometres of the existing highway from two to three lanes in each direction and a new bridge crossing at Ironbark Creek.
Minister for Transport and Roads Andrew Constance said the proposed project would improve traffic flow, deliver more reliable travel times for freight, and increase safety for all road users, including cyclists and pedestrians.
“This widening project is being designed to improve travel times and safety for the 50,000 drivers who use the road every day,” Mr Constance said.
“The project would facilitate economic growth to and from key employment areas in the Hunter region, such as the Port of Newcastle and Greater Newcastle, by improving the connection between Newcastle and the New England Highway, M1 Motorway and the Pacific Highway.”
Transport for NSW is inviting comments on the proposed plans until Friday 5 February, with all feedback being considered as the project progresses.
To have your say, visit nswroads.work/hexham.
