$200 Million Fix for Great Western Highway and Victoria Pass

Two lanes locked in, with a third to come ... but is there room for more?

New details on the Great Western Highway roadworks have been revealed.

$200 million fix for Great Western Highway and Victoria Pass

For many freight operators, the reopening of Victoria Pass can’t come soon enough. Image: Paul Toole MP The closure of Mitchell’s Causeway and Victoria Pass on the Great Western Highway in March 2026 due to serious cracking and movement has been an ongoing headache for freight operators who rely on the route. Now, it looks like the end may be in sight, with the federal government announcing $100 million for the Great Western Highway project, mat…

Closed highway gets $100m overtaking lane after community push

The Commonwealth has announced $100 million in funding for the repair of the Great Western Highway, matching the NSW government's commitment. The money will go towards the construction of an additional lane.

Race against winter: $200m Vic Pass fix sets strict deadline as extra lane details emerge

Great Western Highway's Victoria Pass receives $200 million for a mid-2027 reopening. Discover how the upgrade will future-proof this vital regional route.

$200m cost for Vic Pass rebuild locked in: extra overtaking lane confirmed

It's the first time a price tag has been placed on the work.

Overtaking lane part of $200m plan to 'future-proof' highway at Victoria Pass

Victoria Pass receives $200 million from federal and NSW governments for an extra eastbound lane. Discover how this upgrade future-proofs the vital Central West road.