The final stages of the multi-billion-dollar Coffs Harbour Bypass have begun as the project nears its completion.
With the Coffs Harbour Bypass opening to traffic in 10 months, extensive work is now underway to install lighting, fire, and safety systems in the Gatelys Road, Shephards Lane and Roberts Hill tunnels.
The tunnels are currently being filled out with large jet fans, variable speed and message signs, overheight truck detectors, boom gates, CCTV infrared traffic loggers and smoke and heat detectors.
Additionally, cable containment trays are being installed to link the intelligent transport systems across the three tunnels.
Meanwhile, the tunnels are being paved asphalt.
Once complete, all walls inside the tunnels will be covered by architectural panels that will cleverly cover utilities.
“Seeing first-hand the electronics and technology that will keep people safe, and cars and trucks moving through the tunnels is a testament to the hard work being carried out by the project team,” said Federal Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government, Catherine King.
“The Bypass will take thousands of cars and trucks from the centre of Coffs Harbour in a big boost to business and tourism, and our works here and in Newcastle mean you will soon be able to drive from Brisbane to Sydney without stopping at a single set of traffic lights.”
The Coffs Harbour Bypass is expected to open to traffic late this year, with project completion in late 2027.
The project is jointly funded by the Australian and New South Wales Governments, with the Australian Government investing $1.76 billion and the NSW Government $440 million.
Upon completion, it will allow motorists to avoid up to 12 sets of traffic lights on the Pacific Highway – cutting travel times by at least 12 minutes and easing congestion in Coffs Harbour’s CBD.
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