Important upgrade works will soon be underway on The Ridgeway, Lisarow, between Macdonalds Road and Tapley Road.

The project will see substantial earthworks to accommodate a new road alignment and width, construction of street drainage, kerb and gutter, and a new road pavement.

Group Leader of Assets, Infrastructure and Business, Mike Dowling said the project will substantially improve road safety in the area.

“Crews will be undertaking a significant realignment and construction of the road surface, we’re expecting the project will take around 6 months to complete,” said Mr Dowling.

“The Ridgeway is a popular road for local drivers and we’re working hard to provide the safest road surface possible as we continue to invest in our road network.

“This project is part of a $62 million investment from Central Coast Council into roads and drainage Capital Works across the region.”

Crews will soon be on location to begin site establishment works, with the section of road to become single lane (operated by interim traffic signals) from early May.

Mr Dowling added that the project will also include guardrail and signage installation.

“This project is about ensuring a safe road environment for the area as it continues to develop and grow,” Mr Dowling said.

“With a single lane in place for an extended period, we would encourage motorists to allow some extra travel time – particularly during peak periods.

“Warning signs will be in place to notify drivers of the changes to traffic conditions and I’d ask everyone to take care when travelling near the construction site.”

Council would like to take this opportunity to thank the community for their patience while these important works are carried out.