West Tamar Highway duplication complete
Works to duplicate the West Tamar Highway in Legana are now complete, delivering safer and more efficient travel for motorists in Northern Tasmania. The completed duplication is part of Stage 2 of the Northern Roads Package, a $420 million Australian and Tasmanian Government investment, to improve the East and West Tamar highways and the Bass Highway. The Australian Government has committed $336 million and the Tasmanian Government $84 million on an 80:20 basis to fund this package.
The project, which commenced construction in 2024, has delivered two additional lanes in each direction between Freshwater Point Road and Acropolis Drive in Legana, improving travel time and safety along the key section of the West Tamar Highway. New pedestrian and active transport facilities have also been delivered as part of the upgrades, including two new pedestrian crossings, a shared pathway for pedestrians and cyclists, and new bike paths at several intersections.
Traffic lights at the site were turned on at the end of last month. project website for further information. Quotes attributable to Federal Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government, Catherine King: “The Australian Government’s partnership with the Tasmanian Government continues to yield massive dividends for northern roads.
“The West Tamar Highway duplication in Legana is a shining example of targeted infrastructure investment that solves very real, daily challenges for local motorists. “With this project now complete, we can see how this duplication directly saves commuters time and lives by easing congestion and delivering a smoother, safer road which also ensures less time is spent sitting in traffic.” Quotes attributable to Tasmanian Infrastructure and Transport Minister Kerry Vincent: “Duplicating the West Tamar Highway in Legana delivers important safety and travel time upgrades for one of Tasmania’s fastest growing regions, as well as a key freight and tourism route.
“These upgrades create safer intersections, improve pedestrian safety and make it easier for all road users whether you’re walking, driving or cycling. “We look forward to continuing to deliver upgrades across this region, including further improvements to the West Tamar Highway at Trevallyn and Riverside, which are currently in design.” Quotes attributable to Liberal Member for Rosevears, Jo Palmer: “This is an exciting day for West Tamar Residents.
“The West Tamar Highway is one of the busiest commuter routes in northern Tasmania. These upgrades will make it safer and more efficient for everyone who uses it. “With Legana being one of the fastest growing areas in Tasmania, it’s important our roadways are contemporary and can cope with the town’s future growth, which is what this upgrade delivers.” Quotes attributable to Federal Member for Bass Jess Teesdale: "This is a significant milestone for the growing Legana and West Tamar communities, delivering a safer and more efficient journey for local families, workers and businesses.
“The Australian Government has invested $336 million in the Northern Roads Package, helping deliver better and safer roads across northern Tasmania. “These upgrades are about more than improving traffic flow. The new crossings, shared pathway and bike paths will make it safer and easier for people to walk and cycle through the area.
“I’m proud to be part of a Labor Government investing in the infrastructure northern Tasmania needs now and into the future.”