Overview

The Western Roads Upgrade has improved 8 main roads across the West. We’ll also continue to repair and resurface 37 roads and strengthen 7 structures, mostly bridges.

The Western Roads Upgrade includes:

• a $1.8 billion investment to improve roads in the western suburbs
• a 20-year maintenance contract, which guarantees the ongoing care of 260km of road from Footscray to Werribee
• being delivered through a Public Private Partnership (PPP) between the Victorian Government and project consortium, Netflow
• roads will not be toll roads.

The project has many benefits for growing communities in the western suburbs including:

• quicker, easier and safer roads for all users
• local business opportunities for growth by improving priority truck routes
• improving access to jobs
• improving safety for cyclists and pedestrians with more than 50 km of walking and cycling paths, including 3 new overpasses along the Federation Trail.

You’ll also notice smoother surfaces and a more comfortable commute.

Melbourne's population continues to grow more than any other capital city, with 60% of that growth happening in our outer suburbs.

This upgrade will prepare the local area for its growing population and increased demands on our road network.

Use our interactive map to view works on the Western Road Upgrade.