During a visit to Albury last week, Minister for Regional Transport and Roads Jenny Aitchison said the Minns Labor Government’s new cash injection would enable local councils to press ahead with urgent road and pothole repairs.
“Whether it’s fixing potholes, sealing roads, resurfacing or rehabilitating sections of road — this new fund will help councils undertake much needed work to repair their road networks,” Minister Aitchison said.
“I am also pleased to see councils will be able to prioritise what roads to spend this new money and allocate it to where they believe the community need is greatest.”
Budget figures shown below reveal councils in the Albury electorate will receive more than $15 million from RERRF.
• Albury City Council - $1,469,646
• Federation Council - $5,893,920
• Greater Hume Shire Council - $5,329,065
• Snowy Valleys Council - $3,045,308
Minister Aitchison said the funding amount allocated to each council was based on the total kilometres of regional and local roads each council was responsible for managing.
“The Minns Labor Government’s RERRF will deliver $390 million to 95 eligible councils across NSW, including Albury City, Federation, Greater Hume and Snowy Valleys Councils. to upgrade their roads,” Minister Aitchison said.
Federation Council Mayor, Cr Pat Bourke said Council welcomed the funding announcement.
"This is fantastic news for our region and Council warmly welcomes this generous funding allocation through the Regional Emergency Road Repair Fund," Mayor Bourke said.
"We have a large road network, and funding such as this goes a long way in helping Council address our critical infrastructure priorities. Council looks forward to commencing works under this program as soon as possible."