Merrylands CBD Infrastructure Upgrade

Illustration of capital works The Merrylands Infrastructure Upgrades consist of a series of storm water drainage infrastructure replacements, construction of new roads and other utility upgrades across Merrylands CBD.

This revitalisation project aims to transform Merrylands CBD into a modern and vibrant center through the creation of future development opportunities, improved infrastructure and public amenities. The stormwater upgrades will maximise the potential for future revitalisation within the location. It will also reduce existing and future flooding issues.

Latest News

August 2024 update - Merrylands CBD works

Approvals for Endeavour Energy to relocate electrical services along the western side of Addlestone Road have been finalised and works are expected to commence end of September 2024.

It is estimated that Addlestone Road will be opened to southbound traffic early to mid-September 2024 (subject to weather). The western side of Addlestone Rd (i.e. northbound lane) will need to be closed for a period of time.

We anticipate this part of the works should be completed by December 2024 (subject to weather and unforeseen circumstances), which is when Addlestone Road will be permanently and fully opened to two-way traffic.

We will keep the community updated as work progresses and appreciate your cooperation and understanding as we deliver this important work.

July 2024 update - Merrylands CBD works

Due to the unprecedented wet weather we have been experiencing, works to complete the new stormwater infrastructure under Addlestone Rd near the intersection with Merrylands Road will be extended. It is now estimated that Addlestone Road will be opened to traffic by the end of August 2024 (subject to weather). There will be some instances after August 2024 when the western side of Addlestone Rd (i.e. North bound lane) will need to be closed for a period of time.

The works along western side of Addlestone Road will commence once necessary approvals from Endeavour Energy are in-place. We are waiting for Endeavour Energy to advise when the electrical relocation works can be done. We anticipate this part of the works should be completed by December 2024, which is when Addlestone Road will be permanently and fully opened to two-way traffic, but this depends on when we obtain Endeavour Energy approvals.

We will keep the community updated as work progresses and appreciate your cooperation and understanding as we deliver this important work.

June update - Merrylands CBD works

Notice of delays due to utility delays.

February 2024 Update - works extended

Update on works that have been completed to date.

July 2023 update - final stage work commencing

The last remaining piece of infrastructure upgrade work to be completed is the construction of a new major stormwater culvert under Addlestone Rd near the intersection with Merrylands Road.

May 2023

The works along Merrylands Rd between Burford Street and Cambridge Street are complete.

June 2022 update

The next stage of drainage works will be commencing on Merrylands Road between Burford Street, and Cambridge Street.

April 2022 update

Work on Addlestone Road and Cambridge St. commences late April.

January 2022 update

Neil St Precinct work is complete.

December 2021 update

Footpath nightworks starting and completion dates.

August 2021 update

Merrylands CBD Infrastructure Upgrades recommence.

July 2021 update 2

Merrylands Road - Restoration of pavers

July 2021 Update

In compliance with the NSW Government Public Health Order, all work has ceased across all the Merrylands CBD Infrastructure sites from Monday...

June 2021 update

Main Lane Temporary Closure

May 2021 update

McFarlane Street Carpark Closure

Project Scope of Works

Merrylands CBD Infrastructure Upgrades
Neil St Precinct

Cumberland City Council is building major stormwater culverts and new roads to better connect McFarlane St to Merrylands Rd via an extended Main Lane. The new roads and drainage infrastructure will service new and future developments, some of which are already being constructed. These essential infrastructure works will also facilitate future revitalisation and development of the CBD area. Refer to the CBD diagram.

The works to be carried out include the following:

The rear of the building at 219 Merrylands Rd was partially demolished and rebuilt to make way for the new culvert and Main Lane extension. Completed December 2020.
Construction of major stormwater culverts between McFarlane St and Merrylands Rd, extension of Main Lane and new substation at Sarah Daniel Court. Works will be carried out between April 2021 and December 2022. Impacts on pedestrian pathways between Merrylands Rd and McFarlane St, including temporary closure of McFarlane St carpark.
Construction of major stormwater culvert across Addlestone Rd, local drainage upgrade along Merrylands Rd and other local streets. Impacts on pedestrian pathways and temporary lane closures are expected.

Works in the area between Neil St and the Holroyd Gardens as well as along Neil St and Pitt St are now complete. The scope of works included the relocation of existing services and construction of new roads and drainage infrastructure (including stormwater culverts). The new roads and drainage infrastructure will service new and future developments, some of which are already being constructed.

Cumberland City Council has built new roads to improve pedestrian and vehicular connection between Neil Street and Sheffield Street, Dressler Crt and Holroyd Gardens. The new roads include shared pedestrian and bike paths. Refer to the Neil St diagram.

The project commenced in February 2020 and was completed in December 2021.

View the Neil Street Precinct sitemap in the image gallery.

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Any questions?

RPS Group has been appointed as Project Manager for this project. More information can be obtained by contacting:

Eldon Davison
RPS Group
E: eldon.davison@rpsgroup.com.au

Nitin Gurjar
Manager Assets & Construction, Cumberland City Council
P: (02) 8757 9595
E: council@cumberland.nsw.gov.au

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Key Dates

Neil Street intersection works
August - November 2020: Completed
219 Merrylands Road - Modifications with impact on surroundings
August - January 2021: Completed
Neil Street & Pitt Street - construction of new stormwater pipes along Neil St and Pitt St
December - June 2021: Completed
Neil Street - construction of new intersection
January - December 2021: Completed
Main CBD works
Work has commenced
Main CBD works - construction due for completion
December 2024

Relevant Documents

Overview

Merrylands CBD Drainage Overview

Updates

Final stage update with temporary bus route

Who's Listening

Nitin Gurjar

Manager Assets & Construction, Cumberland City Council
Cumberland City Council

P: (02) 8757 9595
E: council@cumberland.nsw.gov.au

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