The Albanese Government continues to deliver critical road upgrades for communities across Australia under the Safer Local Roads and Infrastructure Program (SLRIP).

The SLRIP provides funding for projects that deliver safer and more productive roads across Australia. Funding of at least $200 million is available each year.

In the latest round, more than $107 million will go towards 42 new projects, which will mean safer and more resilient roads for communities nationwide.

New South Wales will receive $43.97 million for 16 projects including $5 million for Balranald Shire Council to seal Benanee Road in Euston.

Queensland will receive $37.52 million for 11 projects including almost $5 million for the Queensland Government to strengthen and widen the Roma–Condamine Road.

Victoria will receive $17.02 million for 7 projects including over $3.7 million for Campaspe Shire Council to upgrade Two Tree Road, Carag Carag.

Western Australia will receive $5.36 million for 3 projects including $3 million for the WA Government to deliver a new Heavy Vehicle Rest Area on Albany Ring Road, Menang Drive.

South Australia will receive $802,104 for 2 projects including $435,000 for the City of Adelaide to upgrade seven intersections near six local schools.

Tasmania’s Circular Head Council will receive $696,744 to upgrade Woolnorth Road Bridge over the Welcome River.

Litchfield Council in the Northern Territory will receive $1.28 million for the Thorngate Road Pavement Rehabilitation project

The ACT Government will receive $1.25 million to upgrade six bridges along Sutton Road.

In total, more than $91 million is earmarked for projects in regional Australia under the latest funding tranche.

The SLRIP is one of the ways the Albanese Government is supporting local government with the increasing cost of road upgrades and repairs.

For more information about the program, including the full list of successful projects, visit: Safer Local Roads and Infrastructure Program.

Quotes attributable to Minister for Regional Development and Local Government, Kristy McBain:

“It’s great to see another 42 projects nationwide receive funding that will ensure safer, smoother trips for Australians on our roads.

“We understand that local councils often need more financial assistance to assist with meeting rising costs and pressure on infrastructure due to extreme weather and climate challenges.

“That’s why the Albanese Government is continuing to deliver crucial funding so that state and local governments can keep investing in safer roads.”

Quotes attributable to Assistant Minister for Regional Development, Senator Anthony Chisholm:

“This program of funding is squarely targeted at bringing all three levels of government and industry together to deliver on their road infrastructure needs.

“Across this round of funding, several projects will benefit our heavy vehicle and freight industry, and we’ll continue doing our part to keep our truckies safe and supported.

“Our Government is firmly focused on helping Australians as fuel prices spike – our cut to the fuel excise and the Heavy Vehicle Road User Charge is providing vital support to our transport industry when they need it most.

“We’re working closely with state and local governments to deliver upgrades that keep our truckies, and every driver safe on our roads.”