The Albanese Government is committing more than $2.6 million to Eden-Monaro projects as part of $45.1 million committed to 82 sites on NSW roads under the 2026-27 Black Spot Program funding round. 

The projects will deliver cost-effective safety improvements at two identified black spots to help reduce the chances of serious crashes occurring.

• More than $850,000 for safety upgrades, including curve alignment markers, sealed shoulders, new and improved barriers, and new signage, on 390m of Brayton Road, Marulan, south of Ambrose Road to mitigate the high and increasing volumes of traffic, including heavy vehicles, that have resulted in fatalities and injuries.
• More than $1.7 million for safety improvements on Arthur Kaine Drive and Toallo Street in Pambula to address 35 reported hazards, including narrow lanes, poor visibility, lack of pedestrian links, speed, delays and growth pressures that are increasing risk. Works will include installation of a roundabout at the intersection of Arthur Kaine Drive and Munje Street.

The projects were recommended by the NSW Black Spot Consultative Panel. This panel is comprised of local stakeholders to ensure nominations of the highest priority and importance to the local community are recommended for approval.

The Albanese Government has increased annual Black Spot Program funding to $150 million, improving road safety at sites right across the country.

It is a key part of our commitment to reducing fatalities and serious injuries on our roads.

Anyone can nominate a Black Spot for consideration, including individuals, community groups and local councils.

For details on funded projects, to make a nomination, or for further information on the Australian Government Black Spot Program, visit https://investment.infrastructure.gov.au/about/local–initiatives/black–spot–program.

Quotes attributable to Minister for Regional Development, Local Government and Territories, and Member for Eden-Monaro, Kristy McBain MP:

“I’m delighted to be able to announce more than $2.6 million to improve safety at two Black Spots in Eden-Monaro.

“The safety improvements at these sites will help reduce the risk of serious crashes and increase the likelihood of people getting to their destination safely.

“It’s fitting that we can announce this funding during Rural Road Safety Month, where we are asking everybody in our community to keep safety front of mind whenever they're on the road - for ourselves, our loved ones, and all other road users.

“The Black Spot Program delivers low-cost improvements that have demonstrated effectiveness in reducing the risk of serious crashes and fatalities on our roads.

“With our increased funding commitment to this long-running program, I encourage individuals, organisations and local governments to nominate sites in their local communities for consideration in the next funding round.”

Quotes attributable to Russell Fitzpatrick, Mayor, Bega Valley Shire:

“We’re very grateful to the Australian Government for this significant funding contribution, which will help us to deliver a much-needed roundabout at Arthur Kaine Drive and Munje Street and other road safety improvements in Pambula.

“We know this is a busy intersection, and the new roundabout will make it safer and easier for everyone to get where they need to go.

“Investing in road safety improvements like these is important as Pambula continues to grow, making our local roads safer and better connected for everyone.”

Quotes attributable to Nina Dillon, Mayor, Goulburn Mulwaree Council:

“Goulburn Mulwaree Council welcomes the Australian Government investment of $858,466 to improve safety on the Brayton Road Corner at Marulan, helping address safety hazards on a busy heavy vehicle and local traffic route.

“Every serious crash has a lasting impact on families and communities, so initiatives like the Black Spot Program play an important role in addressing known safety risks before further tragedies occur.”