All access to Mulgoa Road from the M4 will be closed for three weeks in January as more chaos looms for Penrith motorists.
The Weekender can exclusively reveal the M4 on and off ramps at Mulgoa Road will be closed between January 2 and January 24.
While motorists have been dealing with occasional closures of the ramps in recent months, this will be a full shutdown for three weeks.
Travel along Mulgoa Road will also be reduced to a single lane in either direction during this time.
“The January holiday period was identified for this necessary work to minimise impact on the community and do the work safely in the shortest amount of time. We will work both during the day and at night, with consideration given to try and minimise light and noise impacts for local residents,” a Transport for NSW spokesperson said.
The upgrade of Mulgoa Road between Jeanette Street and Blaikie Road will see the road widened to three lanes in either direction with improved access on and off the M4 motorway in both an easterly and westerly direction.
“However, there will be short term pain for this long term gain,” Transport for NSW said.
“During this time the community and road users will need to use nearby ramps on The Northern Road or at Russell Street to access the M4 motorway.”
Troy Dodds
Troy Dodds is the Weekender's Managing Editor and Breaking News Reporter. He has more than 20 years experience as a journalist, working with some of Australia's leading media organisations. In 2023, he was named Editor of the Year at the Mumbrella Publish Awards.