Work to start for commuters

Work on improving Woy Woy commuter carpark and Woy Woy railway station has been scheduled to start within six months.

The $10 million expansion of Woy Woy Woy commuter carpark is expected to commence in July, while external and internal painting will be carried out at Woy Woy station between April and June.

The expansion of the commuter carpark will involve the addition of two decks over the entire existing carpark building, resulting in 292 extra car spaces.

A small portion of carpark spaces is "likely to be closed" as a result of the upgrade.

According Gosford mayor Cr Chris Holstein, the expansion of the Woy Woy commuter carpark will be a welcomed upgrade for commuters in the area.

"With around 30,000 people commuting to Sydney and Newcastle, workers, students and day-trippers will benefit greatly from these much-needed works," Cr Holstein said.

"By reducing the number of commuters driving on the F3, we're not only minimising the risk of traffic-related incidents on a volatile stretch of road, but we're also removing the stress of parking far away from the station and having to walk to the platform - particularly in peak hour periods and unpredictable weather."

The project is expected to be completed by July next year.

Meanwhile, Minister for Transport Mr David Campbell has announced Woy Woy Station will be among 25 CityRail and CountryLink stations in the state to receive a facelift.

"Train stations are an important part of the CityRail network and the Rees Government is committed to ensuring that they are clean and comfortable," Mr Campbell said.

Press release, 18 Feb 2009 Cr Chris Holstein, Gosford Mayor Press release, 20 Feb 2009 David Campbell, Minister for Transport