November 1 - 30, 2026: Issue 660

 

Contractors Shortlisted for Mona Vale Road West, Construction to Commence in 2027 

MP for Pittwater Jacqui Scruby and NSW Premier the Hon. Chris Minns visited the Mona Vale Road West site in May 2026. Photo supplied

Independent Member for Pittwater Jacqui Scruby has welcomed confirmation that two construction firms have been shortlisted to deliver the Mona Vale Road West upgrade, marking a significant milestone for the long-awaited project.

During Question Time on Tuesday November 10 2026, the Hon. Jenny Aitchison, Minister for Roads and Regional Transport, announced that Transport for NSW has shortlisted two construction firms for the project. 

The Minister for Roads, and Minister for Regional Transport stated:

''I thank the member for Pittwater for her question. She is the member for Pittwater, but really she should be called the member for Mona Vale Road because she has had an unrelenting focus on it. I do not think a week has gone by where she has not been chasing me or my office about progress on that much-needed project. I reassure her and the rest of the House that it is top of mind for us. I thank her for her strong advocacy. We are now moving this project towards delivery.

In August I announced that construction procurement had begun on the Mona Vale Road West project. I am pleased to share with the House that this week Transport for NSW will have shortlisted two respected construction firms to build Mona Vale Road West. Those two tenderers will now progress onto the next stage of procurement, with one tenderer ultimately selected to deliver the upgrade. That construction contract will be signed by the middle of next year. Earlier this year I also advised the member for Pittwater that we were investigating opportunities to accelerate progress on this upgrade earlier than 2028 under Project Swift.

Many who listen know that that project is how we are significantly accelerating a number of infrastructure projects under Transport for NSW. 

I am pleased to share with the House that the construction contract will require the successful tenderer to start construction in 2027. Work on Mona Vale Road West will commence next year, and we are expecting an approximately three-year construction period. That means completion around 2030. ''

''We are actually getting on with delivery. The review of environmental factors will be displayed by the end of this month. That will include greater detail for the community to look at and provide their feedback. It is a statutory requirement, and it marks another step in the construction. We have those firms working on this.''

The NSW Minister told Parliament that property acquisition, biodiversity investigations, utility works and site drilling are already underway.

The Minister confirmed:

  • A construction contract will be signed next year, with the successful tenderer required to commence construction in 2027.
  • Construction is expected to take approximately three years to complete, by 2030.
  • Timelines have been brought forward and accelerated under Project Swift. 

Ms Scruby is advocating for TfNSW to provide a final feedback forum for Terrey Hills residents before Christmas. 

The Member for Pittwater, Jacqui Scruby, stated:

"The shortlisting of contractors is a major milestone for Mona Vale Road West and welcome news for our community.

"Residents have waited 60 years to see this project move forward and today the project was confirmed to be accelerated under Project Swift, commencing in 2027.

“I’ll continue holding the government to account until we can cruise the length of Mona Vale Road with four lanes and smooth roads and ensure the project progresses through procurement and towards construction as soon as possible.”

Refined Design

The August 2026 consultation shared elements of a refined design for the project. 

Key improvements refined as part of the updated design, include:

McCarrs Creek Road intersection - A new signalised intersection and roundabout will improve safety, reduce delays and make it easier for motorists.

Fauna overpass east of Kimbriki Road - A dedicated wildlife crossing will provide safer passage for native animals and strengthen habitat connections across the corridor.

Tumburra Street access changes - Safer left-in, left-out movements and a new local road connection will improve safety for motorists and nearby residents.

Wirreanda Road underpass - The proposed underpass will replace right-in and right-out movements at Tumburra Street, which improves safety and local access to the area.

Harvey Road Extension - As part of the updated design and in response to community feedback, the Harvey Road Extension will not proceed.

What's Changed: 

Mona Vale Road

Widening Mona Vale Road between McCarrs Creek Road and Powderworks road from two lanes to four lanes with a central concrete safety barrier. Benefits: Improve traffic flow and efficiency. Improve safety for all road users by improving road alignment and widening shoulders.

McCarrs Creek Road

Upgrade and realignment of McCarrs Creek Road /Mona Vale Road Intersection. Benefits: Reflect feedback from 2017 public display. Improve safety and access to local road network. Improve walking and cycling connections to/from Terrey Hills.  Improve safety for pedestrians and cyclists along Mona Vale road.

Kimbriki Intersection

New Traffic signal intersection including additional turning lanes and a truck climbing lane. Benefits: Improve access and safety.

Addison Road

Closing the existing intersection at Addison road with no exist from Addison road to Mona Vale Road. All vehicles to exit Ingleside via Tumburra Street or new Wirreanda Street underpass. Benefits: Improve motorist safety by removing an unsafe movement at Mona vale road

Wirreanda Road underpass

The proposed underpass would provide a direct connection between Wirreanda Road and Mona Vale Road. In conjunction with the underpass, Wirreanda Road would be upgraded between the underpass and Tumburra Street to accommodate the proposed connection. Benefits:  Would facilitate a safer and more efficient route for local traffic while reducing interruptions to through traffic. This change is intended to replace right-in and right-out movements at Tumburra Street, which improves safety and local access to the area.

Tumburra Street

Relocating the intersection with Tumburra Street west by about 40 metres and changing access to left turn in and out of Tumburra Street. Benefits: Improve local access and safety.

Powderworks Road Intersection

Access to Bahai temple way widened and adjusted to align with design for Powderworks road. Increasing the size and capacity of the intersection. Benefits: Reduce private property impacts. Provide safe and convenient access to Bahai Temple.

Fauna Underpass

Revisiting the design of the fauna crossing to reduce impacts on the National Park.

Further Feedback to Come

In September, after the August display of Design Transport for NSW stated:

''Thank you to everyone who took the time to provide feedback on the proposed Mona Vale Road West upgrade project.

Community and stakeholder feedback will help inform the proposal as the design continues to be developed.

Once the proposal has been further developed, the community will have another opportunity to review the design and provide feedback during the public display of the project's Review of Environmental Factors (REF).''

The Mona Vale Road West Consultation Webpage and project documents are available at: 

www.transport.nsw.gov.au/projects/current-projects/mona-vale-road-west-upgrade

Background in prior reports:

Mona Vale road West. Photo supplied