Camden and Wollondilly Councils have welcomed the NSW Government’s announcement of a $7 million investment to upgrade the “blackspot’’ intersection of Wire Lane and Remembrance Driveway.
The money will help deliver the installation of traffic lights to improve safety and traffic flow along what is a key transport corridor connecting the two local government areas.
Once the work is completed, the new signalised intersection will provide a significant safety upgrade for thousands of residents who travel through the corridor each day for work, education and essential services.
Mayor of Camden, Cr Therese Fedeli, said the investment was a positive outcome for the region and demonstrated the importance of continued investment in transport infrastructure to support outer South West Sydney’s growing communities.
“This is a welcome investment that will improve safety for motorists travelling through one of the key connections between Camden and Wollondilly,’’ Cr Fedeli said.
“Road safety and investment into critical transport corridors is a shared priority, and investments like this make a real difference to our residents and everyone who travels through our region.
“We welcome the NSW Government’s commitment to improving road safety and look forward to seeing further investment in transport infrastructure that supports the needs of our growing communities.’’
Mayor of Wollondilly Shire Council, Cr Matt Gould, said he was looking forward to continuing to work collaboratively with neighbouring councils and the NSW Government to advocate for further road improvements across the region.
“Wollondilly Shire Council has welcomed the announcement of $7M funding for traffic lights at Wire Lane on Remembrance Driveway at the northeastern boundary of the Shire,’’ he said.
“Traffic lights at this location will significantly increase safety, which will benefit both Wollondilly and Camden residents.
“Remembrance Driveway is a key connecting road for the Wollondilly Shire and this investment reinforces the importance of our strategic advocacy to secure the re-categorisation of this road, as well as Menangle Road and Silverdale Road.
“Council looks forward to more roads and traffic investment into our region to support our growing community as we work together with all levels of government,” Cr Gould said.
