Work has begun on the next stage of the King Georges Road upgrade, marking a key milestone in efforts to improve one of southern Sydney’s most heavily used transport corridors.
Stage 2A of the project will focus on upgrading the intersection of King Georges Road and Connells Point Road, an area long identified as a congestion pinch point for both commuters and freight operators.
The corridor carries around 60,000 vehicles each day, including a significant volume of trucks and buses, making it a critical link for local and regional movement.
Why is the King Georges Road upgrade needed?
King Georges Road is a major north–south arterial route connecting key parts of southern Sydney.
High traffic volumes, combined with limited capacity at key intersections, have led to recurring congestion, particularly during peak periods.
The upgrade is designed to address these constraints by increasing road capacity and improving traffic flow.
NSW Premier Chris Minns said congestion along the corridor has been a long-standing concern for the community.
“I’ve heard from our community just how frustrating congestion along King Georges Road can be,” Minns said.
What does Stage 2A include?
Stage 2A will deliver a series of targeted improvements at the Connells Point Road intersection.
This includes widening King Georges Road from two lanes to three lanes in each direction between Connells Point Road and William Street.
Right-turn bays will also be extended on both King Georges Road and Connells Point Road to improve traffic flow through the intersection.
These upgrades are intended to reduce bottlenecks and improve safety for all road users, including motorists, freight vehicles and pedestrians.
How does this build on earlier works?
The current stage follows the completion of Stage 1, which widened King Georges Road from four to six lanes between Stoney Creek Road and Forest Road.
Together, the staged approach aims to progressively improve capacity along the corridor rather than rely on a single large-scale upgrade.
This allows works to be delivered while maintaining traffic flow on a route that cannot be easily diverted.
What does this mean for freight and transport?
For freight operators, the King Georges Road upgrade is expected to improve travel time reliability along a key urban route.
Reducing congestion at intersections can significantly impact overall journey times, particularly for vehicles operating on tight delivery schedules.
Federal Minister for Infrastructure Catherine King said the project is focused on keeping transport networks moving.
“By increasing capacity on King Georges Road, we’re cutting congestion, improving travel times and supporting a safer, more reliable network,” King said.
How is the project being delivered?
The $190 million project is jointly funded by the Australian and NSW Governments, each contributing $95 million.
Construction has been awarded to BMD Constructions following the completion of detailed design.
The staged rollout reflects a broader approach to infrastructure delivery, focusing on targeted upgrades to address specific network constraints.
What improvements can road users expect?
The upgrades are expected to deliver smoother traffic flow, reduced congestion and improved safety across the corridor.
NSW Minister for Roads Jenny Aitchison said the intersection improvements will be particularly important during peak periods.
“With around 60,000 vehicles using this road each day, these upgrades will make journeys safer, quicker and more reliable,” Aitchison said.
Local impacts are also expected to extend beyond travel times, improving access to nearby businesses, schools and residential areas.
Federal Member for Banks Zhi Soon said the changes will make the intersection easier to navigate for both drivers and pedestrians.
“The works to widen King Georges Road and upgrade the intersection will make this area safer and easier to move through,” Soon said.