The M5 project is expected to include a new two-lane bridge over the Georges River and nearby rail line, as well as a new underpass at Moorebank Avenue. The federal government will contribute $87.5 million, matching the amount from the NSW government.
The biggest NSW project in the budget will be a $2 billion commitment to the expansion of the Great Western Highway between Katoomba and Blackheath on the eastern side of the corridor and between Little Hartley and Lithgow on the western side.
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The federal government expects construction to start in late 2022 and finish by the middle of 2026.
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The federal money is for two separate sections in a broader state government plan that could connect the sections with the longest road tunnel in Australia, as reported by
Share If he had kept it left at all times and in low gear, this disaster would not have occurred, District Court Judge Gregory Woods QC told the court. He had a duty to use the emergency ramp. He should have attempted to do so.
Mr Bisht was convicted of dangerous and negligent driving and causing bodily harm after the court rejected his claim the brakes failed.
Sourab Bisht, 24, (pictured) was behind the wheel of the flatbed truck, which was loaded with steel at the time, when he lost control back in November 2018
The Roads and Maritime Service provided evidence in court that found the truck s brakes were defective but still operational, the ABC reported.
Look out Colonel Sanders, there s a new rooster in town. Red Rooster is ruffling feathers by taking on KFC - adding Crunchy Fried Chicken to their menu. Their fried chicken items will be rolled out nationally from today - a week ahead of the NRL season kick-off where they sponsor the Sydney Roosters. Director of Marketing Ash Hughes told News Corp Australia the decision to add the fried option - which had been trialled in 100 stores - had been part of their transformation to being a brand that offers more treat and indulgence meals. Mr Hughes, who previously worked at Kentucky Fried Chicken, said the big difference with their offering is that it is made with fresh chicken in stores where it is marinated for 12 hours, before being battered and cooked in store.
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