Construction on the $12 million stage two extension of Ocean Reef Road has begun, with the project expected to be completed in February 2012.
Mayor Jon Kelly said the extension, part of the City of Wanneroo’s continuing investment of building better roads, will complete a major east-west regional road link, benefiting industry, residents and visitors to the area.
“This project will vastly improve the transport option for our residents, as well as those visiting the thriving Wangara industrial area,” Mayor Kelly said.
“The City is continuing its investment to develop better roads to provide for our growing population, with recently completed roadworks and those underway at the moment exceeding $35 million.”
The project involves a 2.5km dual carriageway extension from Prestige Parade, Wangara to Alexander Drive, Gnangara, including a 1.5m wide sealed shoulder for on-road cycling.
Mirrabooka Avenue will be extended through to Ocean Reef Road, and a new roundabout will be constructed at its intersection with Gnangara Road
Road connections will be made at Priest Road, Coverwood Promenade, Sydney Road and Mirrabooka Avenue, with new traffic signals at the latter two intersections.
A dual-use 2.5m wide path will run the entire length of the southern side of Ocean Reef Road, and landscaping will also be carried out.
The stage one extension, from Hartman Drive to Prestige Parade, was completed in March 2009. The Federal Government has contributed more than $7m to the $18m two stage project.