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Published on 11 March 2025
A major investment for upgrades to the Western Freeway announced by the Federal Government is welcomed by Council.
“The $1.1 billion announced by Federal Minister Catherine King for the Western Fwy is good news for people in the west, including Moorabool Shire residents and visitors,” Mayor Cr Paul Tatchell said.
“These upgrades are something we have been advocating strongly for for a long time, along with Minister King’s advocacy, so it’s pleasing to see this announcement.”
The investment will go towards improving capacity and safety along the freeway between Melton and Caroline Spring, along with $100 million towards planning and early works to upgrade the intersection of the Western Freeway and Brewery Tap Road in Warrenheip.
“Although neither of these projects are directly in our area, they are very important for residents and visitors to and from Moorabool Shire as these are our road links to Melbourne and Ballarat,” Cr Tatchell said.
“With our population set to grow substantially, we need our road network within and surrounding Moorabool to be in the best shape possible, so we welcome Minister King’s announcement on this and look forward to a safer Western Freeway in the years ahead.”