Construction is now underway on the first package of freight efficiency and safety upgrades for Bridport Road.

These works will upgrade the section of Bridport Road between Weymouth Road and Industry Road, in Tasmania’s northeast.

The upgrades include road widening and surface repairs, slope improvements and new turning lanes at selected intersections to improve road safety while supporting more efficient freight movements along the corridor. 

The first package of upgrades on Bridport Road will deliver improvements at priority locations, and new dedicated turning lanes for Industry Road, Pipers River Road, Back Creek Road, Weymouth Road and the Pipers River General Store.

Works will take place from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, and 8am to 4pm on Saturdays.

Lane closures and a reduced speed limit will be in place during working hours and road users should allow up to 15 minutes extra travel time when travelling.

Please remember to follow the direction of traffic controllers and signage and keep to the posted speed limits to help keep road workers and all road users safe. 

Road users can stay up to date on upcoming roadworks across the state by visiting the Roadworks Map (www.transport.tas.gov.au/roadworks/roadworks_map) or the RoadsTas Facebook page (www.facebook.com/roadsTAS/). 

The Australian and Tasmanian Governments have committed a combined $25 million to deliver the Bridport Road Freight Efficiency and Safety Upgrades project. 

For more information on the project, visit www.transport.tas.gov.au/bridport-road.

Quotes attributable to Federal Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government Minister Catherine King:

“These Bridport Road upgrades back regional Tasmanian industries by ensuring safer, smoother and more reliable freight movements, as well as providing improved driving conditions for local and visiting motorists.

“The Australian Government, partnering with the Tasmanian Government, is investing in the economic future of northern Tasmania by bolstering safety and freight efficiency along this crucial section of Bridport Road.”

Quotes attributable to Tasmanian Infrastructure and Transport Minister Kerry Vincent:

“These improvements will deliver a safer and more efficient corridor for freight operators, local residents and visitors, while supporting more reliable travel times and improved access for local communities.

“We are building an even better road network for Tasmanians and visitors alike, and these Bridport Road upgrades will deliver a safer and more efficient journey.

“We are continuing planning for future packages of the project, with design work continuing for upgrades between Jarvis Link and Little Forester River, and between the East Tamar Highway and Dalrymple Road intersection.

“Road safety is everyone’s responsibility. I thank all motorists for their patience as these works are completed by our roadworks teams.”

Quotes attributable to Federal Member for Bass Jess Teesdale:

“This is a road I know incredibly well. My aunty has a shack at Tam O’Shanter, and I spent many summers travelling up and down Bridport Road, so I know how important this route is to the communities that rely on it every day.

“These upgrades are desperately needed and will make a real difference for local families, freight operators and everyone travelling through our North East. Safer intersections, better road conditions and a more reliable route are practical improvements people in this region have been calling for, and I’m very pleased to see work now underway.”