The biggest investment in the Central Coast’s transport infrastructure in decades is moving forward with a major milestone reached on the $488 million upgrade of the Pacific Highway through Wyong Town Centre.
Daracon Contractors Pty Ltd and Georgiou Group Pty Ltd have been awarded the design and construction contract, paving the way for construction to begin in early 2027.
The gateway to the Central Coast, Wyong Town Centre is a major commercial and transport hub, connecting communities with jobs, services and businesses. Up to 36,500 vehicles travel through the town centre every day, with increasing traffic volumes and population growth placing growing pressure on the road network.
Backed by a once in a generation investment by the Albanese and Minns Labor Governments, with the Australian Government contributing $390.4 million and the NSW Government $97.6 million, the project will upgrade the Pacific Highway through Wyong with additional lanes, upgraded intersections, improved walking, cycling and public transport infrastructure and new and upgraded bridges.
The project will transform Wyong Town Centre – easing congestion and improving traffic flow and connectivity, while making it easier and safer for people to move around and through Wyong.
The upgrade will deliver:
- two lanes in each direction along the Pacific Highway from Johnson Road at Tuggerah through Wyong Town Centre
- a new four-lane bridge over the Wyong River
- intersection upgrades across the Pacific Highway and Main North Railway
- improvements to the Rose Street bridge
- new shared paths
- new bus stops
The new Ithome Street car park, delivered ahead of the main construction to minimise parking impacts on the community, is nearing completion and will open next week. The car park will provide 203 all day parking spaces for Wyong locals.
Transport for NSW will continue to work closely with the community and stakeholders to keep them informed throughout the construction period.
To view the latest artist’s impressions and a video fly-through of the refined concept design, visit the interactive portal at Pacific Highway upgrade through Wyong Town Centre.
Quotes attributable to Federal Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government Catherine King:
“Awarding the design and construction contract for the Pacific Highway Upgrade through the Wyong Town Centre is a massive win for the NSW Central Coast, as we get closer to ensuring this critical regional road network is fit for the future.
“This project will unlock local jobs, boost regional productivity and keep freight and commuters moving smoothly and safely through the heart of Wyong.”
Quotes attributable to NSW Minister for Roads Jenny Aitchison:
“This is a landmark investment in the Central Coast and it will fundamentally change how people travel through and around Wyong.
“Signing on Daracon and Georgiou as the contractors is a significant moment because it means this project is now firmly moving towards construction, with work expected to begin early next year.
“We’ve seen some extraordinary infrastructure projects reach completion across NSW, many decades in the making. Now, it’s incredibly exciting to see this next major project begin its journey, delivering the transport infrastructure the growing Central Coast deserves.”
Quotes attributable to NSW Minister for Central Coast and Member for Wyong David Harris:
“Today’s announcement that Daracon Contractors and Georgiou Group have been awarded contracts for the major works is a key milestone in a project that will be a game-changer for Wyong and all of the Coast.
“I have worked closely with Emma McBride to secure full funding to finally get this project moving after years of delay.
“This will be the largest single complex road and town centre project undertaken on the Central Coast.
“The end result will be easing a major choke point for our fast-growing part of the region, enhanced connectivity and safety for our long-suffering commuters and the transformation of our town’s centre to set it up for a prosperous future.”
Quotes attributable to Federal Member for Dobell Emma McBride:
“The community, David Harris and I have long been advocating for upgrades to the Pacific Highway through Wyong Town Centre, and the awarding of this contract marks a major milestone in its delivery.
“This $488 million commitment by the Albanese and Minns Labor Governments will make it easier and safer to get around the Coast and importantly Wyong.
“The Central Coast and our businesses will greatly benefit from this investment.”
Quotes attributable to Labor Candidate for Wyong Tracey Ellen:
“Growing up and living in Wyong I know how important this project is, not just to the northern end of the Coast but the whole region.
“I am so grateful for this considerable investment from the Albanese and Minns Labor Governments to build such expansive infrastructure to keep the Coast on the move safely through Wyong and future proofing our high-growth part of the Coast.”
