As thousands of motorists prepare to take to the roads this Easter long weekend, NSW Police are urging drivers to slow down and take extra care amid a concerning rise in road fatalities across the state.
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Posted inAgriculture, Energy, NSW Politics, Transport and Freight
NSW boosts freight limits as national fuel plan sets staged response
The NSW Government has moved to increase freight capacity and ease pressure on fuel supplies, announcing temporary changes to truck limits and operating hours
Posted inArmidale, Roads and Infrastructure
6 months of roadworks north of Armidale
Delays and slow conditions will affect motorists north of Armidale as the next round of work on the New England Highway north of Sunnyside Road begins.
Posted inEnergy, Roads and Infrastructure, Uralla
$183m road boost for renewables as Uralla prepares for impact
$68.2 million has been earmarked for the New England REZ road upgrades between Muswellbrook and Armidale and develop an oversize and overmass route around Tamworth.
Posted inFeature, Narrabri, Regional Development, Roads and Infrastructure
Old Violet Street Bridge removed as new structure takes shape
Demolition of Narrabri’s Violet Street Bridge is underway, with work now shifting to foundations for the new $7 million structure.
Posted inFeature, Liverpool Plains Shire, NSW Politics, Roads and Infrastructure
Anger as speed limits slashed on key Liverpool Plains roads without consultation
Anger has erupted across the Liverpool Plains after speed limits on two key roads were abruptly reduced, with locals, council and the state MP Kevin Anderson all calling for an urgent review.
Posted inFeature, Local News, Public Transport
Regional communities footing the bill as local airports run at a loss
Regional councils are propping up loss-making airports to keep essential services running.
Posted inRoads and Infrastructure, Tamworth
Overnight roadworks to affect New England Highway traffic in Tamworth
Motorists in Tamworth are advised to expect overnight traffic changes on the New England Highway this weekend due to maintenance work.
Posted inLocal News, Public Transport
Regional rail fleet moves forward as State Government accelerates delivery after delays
New trains for NSW’s long-delayed Regional Rail Fleet are now arriving and being tested on lines serving the New England.
Posted inArmidale Regional, Roads and Infrastructure, Technology
High speed EV chargers to benefit residents and visitors
Two Superfast Electric Vehicle (EV) chargers have been installed in Armidale’s Cinders Lane Carpark and will benefit residents and visitors alike. They were officially opened on Monday 2 March.