The upgrades to the Sunraysia Highway are set to start this August for two intersections between Birchip and Woomelang.

Federal Member for Mallee and Shadow Assistant Minister for Regional Development, Anne Webster said she was looking forward to seeing the works take place after securing the funding in the 2022-23 budget.

“When we announced this funding in May earlier this year, the positive response from the community was immediate,” Dr Webster said.

“Safer and more efficient roads are top of mind for residents throughout Mallee. Here in the bush, everyone is a road user, so the safety and conditions of the Sunraysia Highway affects everyone.

“It also makes a big difference for industry, helping our producers get their freight to port or their domestic destination, quicker and safer.

“When I was in Woomelang last week, the need for these upgrades were starkly apparent. I’m glad to see the funding delivered by the Nationals, making a tangible impact in lives and livelihoods here in Mallee.

The investment through the 2022-23 Budget, delivered by the Coalition builds on the substantial investment by the former Government in Mallee, including upgrades on the Calder Highway with overtaking lanes, upgrades to the Sea Lake-Robinvale Road, the rebuilding of the Albacutya Bridge, and upgrades to many other roads in Mallee.