State throws in for Woy Woy Rd

The State Government will put another $650,000 towards stability works on Woy Woy Rd.

Member for Gosford Ms Marie Andres said the government's decision to provide additional funds to Gosford Council came after concerns were raised at the State Government's public forum in Toukley last month.

"This money is in addition to the $250,000 the government has already provided to Gosford Council for this road, bringing the total state contribution to $900,000," Ms Andrews said.

"Around 15,000 vehicles use Woy Woy Rd every day so it is important to have the road in good condition.

"These extra funds are vital in ensuring this key route remains safe and reliable for local businesses and residents who depend on it every day.

"Woy Woy Rd is a regional road and the responsibility of Gosford Council.

"In this instance, however, the government has stepped in to make sure the work can happen as quickly as possible," she said.

Ms Andrews said the RTA provided every council in NSW with funding to help maintain local roads.

"The additional $650,000 being provided to Gosford Council will bring the total level of State Government funding for council's regional roads to over $3.8 million in the 2008-2009 financial year.

"In addition, this financial year the State Government is providing Gosford City Council with $4.06 million in natural disaster repair funding."

Woy Woy Rd was closed to all traffic in April this year following a partial road collapse.

It reopened to two-way traffic in August this year after Gosford Council carried out repairs.

Press release, 5 Dec 2008 Marie Andrews, Member for Gosford