The latest round of funding for the Federal Government’s Safer Local Roads and Infrastructure Program (SLRIP) has been released, with more than $107 million to go towards 42 new projects.

The SLRIP provides funding for projects that deliver safer and more productive roads across Australia.

In total, more than $91 million is earmarked for projects in regional Australia under the latest funding tranche.

New South Wales will receive $43.97 million for 16 projects including $5 million for Balranald Shire Council to seal Benanee Road in Euston.

Queensland will receive $37.52 million for 11 projects including almost $5 million for the Queensland Government to strengthen and widen the Roma–Condamine Road.

Victoria will receive $17.02 million for seven projects including over $3.7 million for Campaspe Shire Council to upgrade Two Tree Road, Carag Carag.

Western Australia will receive $5.36 million for three projects including $3 million for the WA Government to deliver a new Heavy Vehicle Rest Area on Albany Ring Road, Menang Drive.

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South Australia will receive $802,104 for two projects including $435,000 for the City of Adelaide to upgrade seven intersections near six local schools.

Tasmania’s Circular Head Council will receive $696,744 to upgrade Woolnorth Road Bridge over the Welcome River.

Litchfield Council in the Northern Territory will receive $1.28 million for the Thorngate Road Pavement Rehabilitation project.

Assistant Minister for Regional Development, Senator Anthony Chisholm said the latest round of funding will also help to benefit the heavy vehicle and freight industry, all while increasing safety for all drivers.

“This program of funding is squarely targeted at bringing all three levels of government and industry together to deliver on their road infrastructure needs,” Chisholm said.

The full list of funded projects, as well as more information can be found here: https://investment.infrastructure.gov.au/about/local-initiatives/safer-local-roads-and-infrastructure-program