The Albanese Government continues to improve road safety in Gilmore, delivering funding for safety upgrades at Sussex Inlet.
The project will deliver town entry gateway treatment to the identified Black Spot between Hastings Parade and Nielson Road at Sussex Inlet.
Chair of the NSW Black Spot Consultative Panel, Federal Member for Gilmore Fiona Phillips, said the $98,570 project would be undertaken by Shoalhaven City Council.
“It is great to see the Sussex Inlet town entrance receive the funding it needs to increase safety for the many residents and visitors who use the road.
“I know there has been speed-related crashes at this location, and the gateway treatments will encourage drivers to reduce their speed when entering the village from the rural setting.”
The town entry works will include road resealing, pavement markings and signage designed to clearly distinguish the transition from Sussex Inlet Road to the urban environment of Jacobs Drive.
The project was nominated for funding under the Black Spot Program in response to a documented crash history and evidence of non-compliance with the posted speed limits.
The treatment aims to improve road safety by providing motorists with a stronger visual cue that they are entering a built-up area, encouraging appropriate speed reduction and increased driver awareness.
Shoalhaven City Council Acting Mayor Peter Wilkins said the project would “help create a safer and more welcoming gateway to Sussex Inlet, encouraging drivers to slow down”.
“Council is grateful for the Australian Government's support through the Black Spot Program, allowing us to deliver targeted safety improvements at locations where crash history and driver behaviour show there is a clear need for action,” he said.
Mrs Phillips said the Albanese Government would continue to work with state, territory and local governments to deliver even more critical road safety upgrades in the future.
The project is part of $45.1 million committed to 82 sites on NSW roads under the 2026-27 Black Spot Program funding round.
The projects were recommended by the NSW Black Spot Consultative Panel which is comprised of local stakeholders to ensure nominations of the highest priority and importance to the local community are recommended for approval.
As chair of the state panel, Mrs Phillips said she was proud to announce the Sussex Inlet project as well as much-needed safety improvements across NSW.
“These projects have been recommended by those who know our local roads best – members of the public, local councils and road user groups.”
Minister for Regional Development, Local Government and Territories, Kristy McBain MP said the safety improvements at the Black Spot sites would help reduce the risk of serious crashes and increase the likelihood of people getting to their destination safely.
“The Black Spot Program delivers low-cost improvements that have demonstrated effectiveness in reducing the risk of serious crashes and fatalities on our roads,” she said.
“With our increased funding commitment to this long-running program, I encourage individuals, organisations and local governments to nominate sites in their local communities for consideration in the next funding round.”
The Albanese Government has increased annual Black Spot Program funding to $150 million, improving road safety at sites right across the country.
It is a key part of our commitment to reducing fatalities and serious injuries on our roads.
Anyone can nominate a Black Spot for consideration, including individuals, community groups and local councils.
For details on funded projects, to make a nomination, or for further information on the Australian Government Black Spot Program, visit: https://investment.infrastructure.gov.au/about/local–initiatives/black–spot–program.
