Drivers in Coffs Harbour, New South Wales, are now using new road paths as the major bypass project enters its final stage of construction before opening in late 2026. Transport for NSW has moved southbound highway users onto temporary lanes to allow crews to finish work on the road junctions at Englands Road and Coramba Road.
Construction teams have started working longer hours on Saturdays to make sure the project stays on track for its target finish date. According to the NSW Government, these extra shifts began on 14 February 2026 and are expected to continue until the end of the year.
Once the 14 kilometre stretch of road is finished, it will take around 12,000 vehicles away from the centre of town every day. This change will allow people travelling through the area to avoid 12 sets of traffic lights on the existing Pacific Highway route.
The project is being built by the Ferrovial Gamuda Joint Venture and is funded by both the state and federal governments. Motorists are encouraged to allow for extra travel time and pay close attention to new signs while these temporary changes remain in place.
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