The federal government is providing funding for road safety projects in Horsham
The federal government says motorists and truckies who live in and travel through Victoria will benefit from new government-funded projects targeting heavy vehicle safety and productivity.
The funding is part of the federal government’s nationwide investment of more than $34.8 million in 18 projects under the Heavy Vehicle Safety and Productivity Program (HVSPP).
In Horsham, the federal government says it is investing $772,500 into improvements for the Riverside Road and the Gross Bridge.
The government says residents of the Horsham Rural City Council area know that these transport links are heavily used by both heavy vehicles and other road users alike, locals will soon see work commencing on the project which will support much needed improvements.
The HVSPP provides funding to state, territory and local governments for projects that increase safety and productivity for the trucking industry and communities.
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Projects funded under the program include widening and upgrading roads used in heavy vehicle freight routes as well as upgrading existing and building new truck stop rest areas.
“The Heavy Vehicle Safety and Productivity Program funds projects increasing safety and reliability for the trucking industry across Australia, to enhance access and improve freight transport through local communities,” federal assistant transport minister Carol Brown says.
“These projects will support local communities by assisting businesses to deliver and receive their products and services more efficiently.”