IMPROVING OUR ROAD NETWORK

Council provides and maintains an extensive road network. We are committed to planning ahead to create an integrated traffic network to meet growing demands.

To prepare for this growth and to secure future funding Council is guided by our Roads Contribution Plan. This plan uses population predictions and traffic modelling to determine our community's future road network needs.

To view the plan visit ballina.nsw.gov.au/developercontributions

River Street Duplication

STAGE 2:

HENRY PHILP AVENUE TO TWEED STREET

Stage 2 of the River Street Duplication project, from Henry Philp Avenue to Tweed Street, is nearing completion.

The new traffic lights at the intersection of River Street and Brunswick Street will be operational in early September.

Stage 2 has included:

Westbound and eastbound lane duplication

Installation of traffic lights at the intersection of River Street and Brunswick Street

Installation of protected right-hand turns into Brunswick Street

Upgrade of stormwater services

Renewed pedestrian footpaths.

STAGE 3: FISHERY CREEK BRIDGE

Stage 3 of the River Street Duplication project will include duplication of the Fishery Creek Bridge and its approaches.

Planning and approvals for this stage are continuing. Works are expected from 2024 - 2025 (subject to funding and approvals).

Once all stages are complete, this project will provide a four-lane road between West Ballina and Ballina Island, doubling the road’s capacity to comfortably cater for traffic into the future.

For more information visit ballina.nsw.gov.au/ RiverStreetDuplication

Kerr And Bentinck Street Intersection

The Kerr and Bentinck Street intersection upgrade is nearing completion and the new traffic lights will be switched on in early September.

This project, funded through the NSW Government’s Safer Roads program, has included:

Southbound and northbound lane duplication

Installation of traffic lights at the intersection of Kerr and Bentinck Street

Installation of protected right-hand turns into Bentinck Street

Upgrade of stormwater services.

The new traffic lights are expected to significantly improve safety at the intersection, which has previously had a high casualty accident record.

For more information visit ballina.nsw.gov.au/KerrStreetUpgrade

This project is funded by the NSW Government.

Moon Street Roadworks

A section of Moon Street in Ballina, between Bangalow Road and Fox Street, has been reconstructed.

This project involved a full dig out of the existing roadway and improved road sealing.

The road was closed to through-traffic with a detour in place while the work was completed.

Council thanks residents and motorists for their patience and understanding during this time.

PROJECTS IN THE PIPELINE

Completed Stage 1 lane duplication Burns Point Ferry Rd to Barlows Rd. Stage 2 traffic lights at River/Brunswick St intersection nearing completion. Stage 3 Fishery Creek Bridge duplication and approaches to commence 2024 - 2025.

Timeframe: 2021 - 2025

Cost estimate: Stage 2 - $2.4 million Stage 3 - $15.2 million

KERR STREET DUPLICATION

Dual lanes from Tamarind Dr to River St and installation of new traffic lights at Kerr/ Bentinck St intersection.

Timeframe: 2022 - 2023

Cost estimate: $2.2 million

TAMARIND DRIVE DUPLICATION

North Creek Rd to Kerr St including duplication of Canal Bridge.

Timeframe: 2025 - 2027

Cost estimate: $30 million

ROSS LANE + BYRON BAY ROAD

Safety improvements

Timeframe: 2022 - 2024

Cost estimate: $3.5 million

FUTURE PROJECTS

BARLOWS ROAD CONNECTION

Connecting Tamarind Dr, Cumbalum to West Ballina.

NORTH CREEK BRIDGE

Connecting North Creek Rd Ballina to Skennars Head.

RAISING ROSS LANE

Bridge construction and some road raising funded under the Regional Roads and Transport Recovery Program.