Construction has begun on improvements on Sulwood Drive.
13 May 2024
Significant road and path upgrades on the southside are now another step closer.
Construction has begun on improvements on Sulwood Drive. In addition, the preliminary design for the Athllon Drive duplication between Drakeford Drive and Sulwood Drive will soon be released.
Canberrans can view and discuss these designs at public information sessions this month.
Sulwood Drive upgrades
Upcoming upgrades along Sulwood Drive will include improved access to the popular Mount Taylor Nature Reserve.
Set to benefit drivers, walkers and cyclists alike, the work comprises:
- a new 4-kilometre-long off-road shared path
- new traffic signals at Mannheim Street and Sulwood Drive
- two new raised pedestrian crossings
- road pavement rehabilitation
- new paths and access points into the Mount Taylor carpark.
The first package of works was completed last year, including two new raised crossings on Inkster Street and Livingston Avenue and associated streetlighting.
The upgraded infrastructure will improve safety and access for everyone visiting Mount Taylor.
The road upgrades are the next stage of works ahead. These will include new traffic lights at the Mannheim Street intersection, road pavement rehabilitation and improvements to the access points for the Mount Taylor carpark, with a new dedicated right-turn lane into the carpark.
To complete the work as safely and efficiently as possible, Sulwood Drive is now closed in both directions between Inkster Street and Livingston Avenue.
The road was closed on Monday, 6 May and will remain closed for approximately 13 weeks (weather permitting).
Traffic impacts will be monitored during this time, with changes made to measures such as signal timing if required.
Once the roadworks are complete, construction will begin on the new shared path along the southern side of Sulwood Drive, between Drakeford Drive and Athllon Drive.
The new shared path will make it easier for Canberrans to walk and ride in the area, whether recreationally or as a means of commuting.
More information about construction of the shared path, including timeframes for completion, will be provided before construction begins.
Athllon Drive upgrades – southern section
Major upgrades for Athllon Drive are also on the way.
A preliminary design prepared for the duplication of the southern section between Drakeford Drive and Sulwood Drive will soon be released.
The duplication will deliver two lanes in each direction and will help support Canberra’s integrated transport network as it caters to future population growth.
In addition, new and upgraded bus stops, and improvements to the C4 active travel route with a new underpass beneath Sulwood Drive and new traffic lights are proposed.
Community information sessions give Canberrans the opportunity to view and discuss the design ahead of the upcoming planning and environmental approvals processes.
The preliminary design for the southern section will be on display during these sessions. Canberrans can give their feedback until 1 June 2024.
Information sessions
- Session 1: Monday, 20 May, 4pm to 5.30pm at Tuggeranong Library
- Session 2: Saturday, 25 May, 10.00am to 12.00pm at Wanniassa shops
Athllon Drive upgrades – northern section
Detailed design is also underway on the duplication of the northern section between Hindmarsh Drive and Melrose Drive in Woden.
A preliminary design will be prepared and shared with the community, prior to planning and environmental approvals being sought for this section of the project.
More information
For more information on these projects, visit www.cityservices.act.gov.au/Infrastructure-Projects
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