Catherine King: NT and Federal Labor team up for Tiger Brennan update, hail development
Territory and Federal figures have joined forces to issue an update on the key route, with one frontbencher hailing the project’s vision.
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Tiger Brennan Drive is slowly developing with more than 60 per cent of a $165m upgrade project works now complete, leaders have confirmed.
On Wednesday, federal and territory government figures teamed up in the Top End to remind Territorians of their shared pledge to improve the key route.
Speaking at the project site, Federal Transport Minister Catherine King reflected on the development.
“When we were here (last) – I think it was just almost over a year ago – (there) were a lot of earth works happening but you can just see the enormous project,” she said.
“Over 60 per cent complete, this important Tiger Brennan Drive overpass here (will) really improve safety at this intersection.”
Ms King said the $165 million upgrade – joint funded between the Commonwealth and the Territory – would ease traffic.
“This project will be a boon for the nearly 20,000 vehicles travelling on Tiger Brennan Drive daily, easing congestion – particularly in busy peak periods,” she said.
“The new overpass will carry Berrimah Rd traffic over Tiger Brennan Drive, separating the major flow of traffic on Tiger Brennan Drive from traffic on Berrimah Rd, enabling a continuous, safer flow of traffic.”
Traffic will transition to the new configuration of Tiger Brennan Drive in stages, once the bridge construction is complete and safe for vehicles to pass underneath.
Minister for Infrastructure, Planning and Logistics Joel Bowden lauded the economic benefits of the upgrade.
“This project is also good news for jobs and investment here in the Northern Territory, with the project being delivered by local company, Sitzler, and supported by a host of local subcontractors and suppliers,” he said.
“As well as improving safety by separating opposing traffic, the project will also provide an economic boost by improving traffic flow and connectivity for freight road trains heading to East Arm Wharf.”
Chief Minister Eva Lawler and Solomon MP Luke Gosling also hailed the development.
The Tiger Brennan Drive project is expected to be completed at the end of 2024.
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