The Albanese and Finocchiaro governments continue to invest in key NT roads, with a contract recently awarded to upgrade a four-way intersection on the Stuart Highway north of Tennant Creek.
The upgrade will improve road safety at the intersection of Warrego and Kaczinsky roads and the Stuart Highway by constructing two staggered T-intersections.
The upgrades will make the intersection safer for motorists and future-proof the intersection for heavy vehicle activity in the Barkly region.
The $7.3m contract was awarded to DAC Enterprises.
The project includes:
- A dedicated right-turning lane from the Stuart Highway into each road.
- Right turns from Warrego and Kaczinski roads onto the Stuart Highway.
- Left-turn slip lanes from the Stuart Highway into each road.
- A formalised access into the Tennant Creek Speedway from Kaczinsky Road.
The project is jointly funded by the Albanese and Finocchiaro governments under the Road Safety Program, through which over $140 million has been committed to the Territory.
Quotes attributable to Federal Minister for Regional Development, Local Government and Territories, Kristy McBain MP:
“The Albanese Government is delivering on our commitment to make the Stuart Highway safer for regional families, tourists and freight operators, ensuring this crucial transport spine connects communities efficiently.
“Upgrading this intersection to create a new, safer alignment means better connectivity for Tennant Creek and the Barkly region to the rest of the territory.”
Quotes attributable to Federal Member for Lingiari, Marion Scrymgour MP:
“Investing in the Stuart Highway means investing in Territorians. The Stuart Highway is the backbone that connects our communities and brings greater business and tourism opportunities.
“Our government sees the economic potential of the Barkly and we’ll continue to invest in infrastructure that helps the region grow.”
Quote attributable to NT Minister for Logistics and Infrastructure, Bill Yan MLA:
“We continue to invest in strengthening our road network and supporting economic growth and connectivity across the Barkly as part of our year of growth, certainty and security.”
Quotes attributable to NT Member for Barkly, Steve Edgington MLA:
“This is great news for the Barkly region, improving safety and strengthening freight and supply chains.
“We are determined to make Tennant Creek once again a great place to live, work, visit and invest, and better roads are part of improving the lifestyle in the Barkly.”
