Road Safety in Wentworth Shire

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Wentworth Shire Council would like to know your thoughts or concerns on road safety within the Shire.

Are there any road safety related events or training you wish to see? Any upgrades to infrastructure?

Have your say in the freeform box below.

Want to learn more about Road Safety?

If you wish to discuss any matters regarding Road Safety, please contact Barnaby Bates, Community Road Safety Officer on (03) 5027 5027 or barnaby.bates@wentworth.nsw.gov.au

Visit the Road Safety section on the Council website: Road Safety

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Upcoming Road Works – Trentham Cliffs

Upcoming Road Works – Trentham Cliffs

Council advises that road works to provide access to 6603 and 6635 Sturt Highway, Trentham Cliffs, will commence on Tuesday 12 August 2025. Works will be undertaken by Unyte Southern Pty Ltd on behalf of Keltren Pty Ltd and Trentham Cliffs Travel Stop Pty Ltd, with expected completion by mid-December 2025.

These essential works will deliver safe entry and exit points to local developments, while maintaining the safety and accessibility of the highway for all road users.

Temporary traffic changes will include:

  • Reduced speed limits
  • Temporary traffic signals
  • On-site traffic controllers

Motorists are asked to follow all traffic signage and directions from traffic controllers, and to allow extra travel time when passing through the area.

Enquiries:
Ash White – Unyte Southern Pty Ltd
Phone: 0497 969 968
Email: ash.white@unyte.com.au

Council appreciates the community’s patience and cooperation while these important road safety improvements are carried out.

Anabranch Mail Road Resheeting Upgrade

Arumpo Road sealing has commenced
Contractors commenced sealing the first 13 kilometre section of Arumpo Road on Monday 18 November 2024.

Key project details:
24.52km section of road upgrades including 2 x 100mm sub base layers with 25 pieces of plant utilised on the project
Works commenced in June 2024
Expected completion of March 2025
Funding consists of $5 million (Australian Government) and $1.25 million (NSW Government)

School Zones are back in operation

Most school zones are in operation between 8am-9.30am and 2.30pm-4pm around schools Monday to Friday. Slow down and look out for children crossing. Please check signs for school zone hours.

Slow down for roadworkers

Please slow down around road works, and look after people, like Ned, who are making our roads safer.

Anabranch Mail Road formation/drainage works

Arumpo Road sealing has commenced
Contractors commenced sealing the first 13 kilometre section of Arumpo Road on Monday 18 November 2024.

Key project details:
24.52km section of road upgrades including 2 x 100mm sub base layers with 25 pieces of plant utilised on the project
Works commenced in June 2024
Expected completion of March 2025
Funding consists of $5 million (Australian Government) and $1.25 million (NSW Government)

Arumpo Road Edge Widening

Arumpo Road sealing has commenced
Contractors commenced sealing the first 13 kilometre section of Arumpo Road on Monday 18 November 2024.

Key project details:
24.52km section of road upgrades including 2 x 100mm sub base layers with 25 pieces of plant utilised on the project
Works commenced in June 2024
Expected completion of March 2025
Funding consists of $5 million (Australian Government) and $1.25 million (NSW Government)

Make sure your child is safe

Make sure your little passengers are properly secured in an approved child car seat for their age and size before heading out on the road.

https://www.childcarseats.com.au/


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Bus Safety

Remind your child to always wait until the bus has gone before choosing a safe place to cross the road. Always drop them off or meet them on the same side of the road as the bus stop.

Help keep our kids safe: https://education.nsw.gov.au/schooling/parents-and-carers/safe-travel/safe-bus-travel-to-and-from-school


Make sure your child is safe

Make sure your little passengers are properly secured in an approved child car seat for their age and size before heading out on the road.

https://www.childcarseats.com.au/