Residents of Liverpool, get ready for some big changes on Fifteenth Avenue! The Australian and NSW Governments are pouring $1 billion into a massive upgrade of this key roadway, with construction set to kick off in 2027. Transport for NSW is now asking for community input on the early planning stages of this project, which promises to make travel safer, faster, and less congested.
What’s Happening with Fifteenth Avenue?
The Fifteenth Avenue Upgrade is all about preparing for the future. With the area growing rapidly, the road needs to handle more traffic while keeping everyone safe—whether you’re driving, walking, or riding a bike. Here’s what the upgrade aims to deliver:
- Reduced Travel Times: Four lanes of upgraded road to ease congestion.
- Improved Safety: A centre median to separate opposing traffic, dedicated turning lanes, and six new traffic light intersections.
- Better Access for All: New walking and bike paths, plus improved bus stops.
But with these improvements come some changes to how locals will get around.
Direct access to Fifteenth Avenue from some streets will be limited, with left-turn-only entry and exit for many driveways due to the new median. Signalised intersections at key spots like Devonshire Road, Fourth Avenue, and Twenty Second Avenue will allow right turns. Some streets, like Gropler Avenue and Mustang Close, will become cul-de-sacs, with alternative routes provided.
Key Changes to Local Access
The plan includes a few significant tweaks to how traffic flows in and out of Fifteenth Avenue. For instance:
- Pentland Street will no longer have direct access to Fifteenth Avenue, instead becoming a loop road connected to McMaster Avenue.
- Gladius Loop will be closed off from Fifteenth Avenue and turned into a cul-de-sac, linking to Twenty Eighth Avenue via a new road.
- Twenty Seventh Avenue (north) will lose direct access to Fifteenth Avenue, but a new link road will connect it to Twenty Second Avenue to keep local shops and homes accessible.
Pedestrians and cyclists aren’t forgotten either. There’ll be new shared paths, footpaths, and signalised crossings to make crossing Fifteenth Avenue safer and easier.
Construction: What to Expect
Transport for NSW knows that congestion and delays are already a headache for locals, and they’re looking at ways to speed up construction. But they want your thoughts on options like:
- More night works to reduce daytime disruption.
- Road closures during weekdays or over weekends.
- Extended periods of reduced driveway access, with alternative parking provided.
Construction is still a couple of years away, but planning now will help minimise the pain later.
Why Your Input Matters
This isn’t just about building a better road—it’s about making sure it works for the people who use it every day. Transport for NSW is keen to hear your views on:
- The proposed changes to traffic and access.
- Local safety concerns.
- Ideas for walking and bike riding paths.
- Suggestions to improve the design.
- Thoughts on managing disruption during construction.
- Insights into the local environment, like native plants, animals, heritage sites, or flood history.
They’re particularly interested in feedback from the Dharug people, the Traditional Custodians of the land, and acknowledge their connection to the area.
How to Have Your Say
There are plenty of ways to share your thoughts before the consultation period closes on Sunday, 14 December 2025:
- Online Survey: Head to yoursay.transport.nsw.gov.au/fifteenth-avenue-upgrade to fill out the survey or scan the QR code in the project brochure linked below.
- Meet the Team: Drop by one of the community events to chat with the project team:
- Tuesday, 25 November, 10am–2pm at Carnes Hill Community & Recreation Precinct (600 Kurrajong Rd, Carnes Hill).
- Thursday, 4 December, 10am–2pm at Austral Town Centre again.
Can’t make it in person? You can also email projects@transport.nsw.gov.au or call the Project Infoline on 1800 684 490.
https://yoursay.transport.nsw.gov.au/fifteenth-avenue-upgrade/places/click-here-to-view-the-map
What Happens Next?
Once the consultation wraps up, all feedback will be reviewed to shape the final design. A report summarising the community’s input will be published on the project webpage, and locals can sign up for email updates to stay in the loop as the project moves forward.
