Numerous thoroughfares throughout the Lake Macquarie, Newcastle and Port Stephens LGAs are set to undergo interruptions from this weekend.
The changed overnight traffic conditions will occur at 17 separate sites, as Transport for NSW crews carry out essential road maintenance work from Sunday 8 October.
Shot blasting is designed to increase surface friction during wet weather and ensure the ongoing safety of motorists.
To minimise the impact, work will be carried out from 7pm to 4.30am on one-to-three sites per night.
It’s expected to be complete by the morning of Monday 16 October, weather permitting.
“Areas with one lane in each direction will have single lane, alternating traffic flow arrangements, portable traffic lights and a reduced speed limit of 40km/h in place during work hours,” a TfNSW spokesperson said.
“Those with two lanes in each direction will have single lane closures, portable traffic lights and a reduced speed limit of 40km/h in place during work hours.
“Motorists are advised to allow extra travel time, drive to the conditions and follow the directions of signs and traffic control.”
Work will be carried out at the following sites:
Lake Macquarie LGA
- Corner of Metcalf Street and The Esplanade, Warners Bay
- Metcalf Street, between Maurie Avenue and Albert Street, Warners Bay
- King Street, at Myles Avenue intersection, Warners Bay
- Anzac Parade, between Day Street and Renwick Street, Toronto
- Cary Street, at The Boulevarde intersection, Toronto
- Dora Street, at Doyalson Street intersection, Morisset
- Pacific Highway, at Marks Point Road intersection, Marks Point
Newcastle LGA
- New England Highway, east of railway line, Tarro
- Industrial Drive, at Ingall Street intersection, Mayfield
- Corner of Market Street and Platt Steet, Waratah (just past the train station)
- Bridges Road, between Fleet Street and just past St James Road, New Lambton
- Parry Street, just north of Pacific Highway intersection, Newcastle West
- Newcastle Link Road, at Lake Road and Thomas Street intersection, Wallsend
- Thomas Street / Newcastle Road roundabout, Wallsend
- Newcastle Link Road on both west and east sides of Jesmond roundabout
Port Stephens LGA
- Corner of and Adelaide Street, Raymond Terrace
- Pacific Highway, at Hank Street intersection, Heatherbrae
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