Eyre Highway Upgrades (Kimba)

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport (the Department) is undertaking upgrade works on the Eyre Highway between Port Augusta and the Western Australian border. This initiative is jointly funded by the Australian and South Australian governments (80:20) as part of the Road of Strategic Importance Program.

As part of this program we are proposing to realign the Eyre Highway and upgrade four road junctions at Kimba. This would allow for uninterrupted, continuous movements through the township, improving safety and efficiency for all roads users, including freight and local residents.

The project would also include the construction of a new heavy vehicle rest area which will increase freight productivity while also supporting compliance with the National Heavy Vehicle Fatigue Laws through the provision of regular, suitable rest areas.

Other works would include the construction of a new pedestrian refuge, removal of the existing level crossing, new and upgraded LED road lighting, road pavement construction, asphalt re-surfacing, and new drainage.

Community engagement is important to the successful delivery of the project. Thank you to all members of the community who took the time to provide feedback. Consultation on the proposed concept commenced in January 2023 and closed on Friday, 17 March 2023. View the June 2023 project update to find out what we heard during this consultation period.

We look forward to sharing updates with the community as the planning progresses.

Further information

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