Project
Thomas Road to South Western Highway Tonkin Highway extension
Cardup, Darling Downs, Mundijong,
Overview
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Road
Project type -
$755 million
Total budget -
In Planning
Project phase -
Main Roads WA
Lead agency
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TBC
Jobs supported
This project involves extending Tonkin Highway from Thomas Road, Oakford to South Western Highway, south of Mundijong. Approximately 14 kilometres of four-lane dual carriageway from Thomas Road to South Western Highway will be installed.
Construction and upgrades of intersections at Orton Road, Mundijong Road and South Western Highway will also be included.
A grade-separated interchange at Bishop Road and bridges over the existing freight rail line will be installed as part of the project.
Benefits
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Alleviate pressure on the existing transport network -
Improved road safety and reduce congestion for all road users
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Improved freight efficiency, connectivity and travel time
Project map
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Gallery
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Tonkin Highway is planned to be expanded an additional 14 kilometres
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