Leycester Road - Funding Approval (Jan 2024)

Council wishes to advise funding has been approved Leycester Road on 18 January 2024. The works are schedule to occur July 2024, notwithstanding another disaster event and subject to weather conditions, resources, and contractor availability. During works traffic will be impacted as the works will be carried out under Traffic Control stop/go arrangement and a reduced speed limit. At times traffic users may experience long delays to allow construction of the new pavement.

Motorists will be notified of the upcoming roadworks with VMS boards and updated through www.livetraffic.com closer to construction commencement. Emergency services vehicles will be accommodated if required. Please adhere to all road signs and directions from any traffic controllers and ensure extra care is taken around workers on foot.

Council also advises access to property driveways may be impacted or restricted at times however will ensure property owners are notified prior to this occurring.

What are the works?
Following the February 2022 natural disaster, Leycester Road suffered extensive damage. Funding has now been secured to reinstate the road to a suitable standard to ensure the community are able to travel safely along this road.

Project Timeline
The following timeline outlines the current expected times for the works.

Further Information
We apologise in advance for any disruptions you may experience while we carry out this essential work. Should you wish to contact us directly with any questions or comments, or register your contact details to receive updates, please call (02) 6625 0500 or email floodrecoveryroadsbridges@lismore.nsw.gov.au and include the title ‘Leycester Road – Jan 2024 Update.’