A key stretch of Wilsons Creek Road between Upper Wilsons Creek Road and Alidenes Road in Byron Shire will become more resilient to future weather events, says the NSW government.
They say in a media release is cost almost $10.7 million in combined disaster recovery funding.
‘Devastated in the 2022 floods, Wilsons Creek Road is the only evacuation route for the hinterland communities in Wilsons Creek and the adjoining valley areas of Upper Wilsons Creek and Huonbrook/Wanganui’.
‘Provided by the Australian and NSW Governments as part of the Regional Roads and Transport Recovery Package and Essential Public Asset Restoration works under the jointly funded Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA), the funding will help to reduce maintenance and repair costs associated with future natural disasters and also ensure the road will better withstand future extreme weather events.
‘Road functionality is vital to ensure efficient and timely evacuations and support of emergency responders during a natural disaster or crisis.
‘The project covers work at several locations and includes upgrades to culverts, landslip repairs, shoulder widening, drainage improvements and strengthening the road pavement through pavement stabilisation and resurfacing.
‘Work is being carried out by contractors with road stabilisation activities including resealing expected to start mid November 2025 and be completed by March 2026, weather permitting’.
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