Cessnock Road at Testers Hollow

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Project overview

Transport for NSW has upgraded Cessnock Road at Testers Hollow to reduce the impact of flooding and improve connectivity.

Latest news

Nov 2022 - Project update

Transport for NSW has connected the new road alignment to the existing road. Motorists can now safely travel on the new higher road.

Motorists are asked to follow the directions of signs and traffic control.

The project and site demobilisation was completed in early 2023.

Project information

Background

Cessnock Road is an important regional transport route that connects the Maitland area with the Hunter Expressway and broader community.

The road is subject to flooding at Testers Hollow, which affects local residents, commuters and freight in the surrounding area. Severe weather events can close Cessnock Road, resulting in social, economic and maintenance costs.

The Australian Government has provided $15 million and the NSW Government has provided $2 million for the upgrade at Testers Hollow.

Benefits

The project will:

  • reduce the frequency, duration and impact of flood events along Cessnock Road at Testers Hollow
  • improve connectivity between the Maitland area, Hunter Expressway and broader community during flood events
  • reduce flood-related social, economic and maintenance costs
  • provide better conditions for on-road cyclists
  • improve safety and reduce hazards.

Next steps

Final completion of the project and site demobilisation is expected to take place in early 2023, weather permitting.

Community information

Community engagement

We will continue working with the community and stakeholders during construction to understand issues and minimise potential impacts.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Project documents

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Project updates

Community updates

Reports

Review of Environmental Factors

Media releases

  • 11 November 2021
    Major Cessnock Road work restarts at Testers Hollow.
  • 1 June 2021
    A safer, flood-resilient Cessnock Road on the way.
  • 24 November 2020
    Shovels in ground to flood-proof Testers Hollow.
  • 15 August 2020
    Contract awarded for upgrade of Cessnock Road at Testers Hollow.

Contact us

For further information about this project, please contact:

Phone: 1800 595 220

Email:TestersHollow@daracon.com.au