Mitchell Freeway Extension To Romeo Road

Overview

Road
Project type
$232 million
Total budget
Under Construction
Project phase
Main Roads WA
Lead agency
1200
Jobs supported
Mid 2021
Start date

Late 2023
End date

This project involves extending Mitchell Freeway 5.6 kilometres from Hester Avenue to Romeo Road in Alkimos.

Key features of the project include a new interchange at Lukin Drive, a rail tunnel for the existing rail line at Butler Station, connecting Romeo Road from Wanneroo Road to Marmion Avenue as well as a new path for pedestrians and cyclists.

The extension will service the rapidly growing north-western suburbs of Butler, Yanchep, Alkimos and Eglinton and areas to the east including Nowergup.

Benefits

Alleviate pressure on the local road network
Reduced travel times
Improved road safety and connectivity for those living and working in the northern suburbs.
Caters for the growing population in Perth's north-west

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Project work area

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Temporary closure of Karoborup Road (southern) entry into Wanneroo Road

The next stage of construction for the new Romeo Road/Karoborup Road and Wanneroo Road intersection will require the temporary closure of the southern access to Wanneroo Road from Karoborup Road (opposite Romeo Road).

Wednesday 19 October 2022 to Tuesday 14 February 2023
• Detour in place for the duration of the works (map below)
• Wanneroo Road will remain open
• Local access to businesses and residents will be maintained via temporary arrangements

The works are subject to favourable weather conditions and workforce availability. Visit Main Roads for full details of ongoing roadworks.

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