Blackheath Village Centre Upgrade

29 May 2024

As part of the Blackheath Village Centre upgrade works, some temporary road closures around the intersection of Govetts Leap Road and Wentworth Street will occur from next week.

These temporary closures are necessary for the construction of three raised pedestrian crossings which will improve pedestrian safety at this key intersection.

Please find below the construction locations and timeframes (weather permitting).

1. One lane closure on Govetts Leap Road
   Time: 8am Monday, 3 June 2024, to 7am Wednesday, 5 June 2024.
   Location: Govetts Leap Road. Western side of the intersection of Govetts Leap Road and Wentworth Street.
2. Full road closure on Wentworth Street
   Time: 8am Wednesday, 5 June 2024, to 7am Saturday, 8 June 2024.
   Location: Wentworth Street. Northern side of the intersection of Govetts Leap Road and Wentworth Street.
3. Full road closure on Wentworth Street
   Time: 8am Tuesday, 11 June 2024, to 7am Thursday, 13 June 2024.
   Location: Wentworth Street. Southern side of the intersection of Govetts Leap Road and Wentworth Street.

Traffic controls and detours for the road closures will be in place, to help minimise disruption for the community. Access to footpaths will remain open.

Traffic management maps for each of the work locations above are available in the document library on the right of this page.

Some noise and vibration will occur during the construction work. However, active efforts will be made to eliminate and mitigate noise and vibration where possible.

We apologise for any inconvenience or disturbance while these improvements are constructed.

Please note: a story about the intersection upgrade works published in the Blue Mountains Gazette on Wednesday, 29 May 2024, contains incorrect information about the temporary road closures.

6 June 2024

Please be advised that the proposed road closure from Wednesday, 5 June 24, to Saturday, 8 June 24, at the Govetts Leap Rd and Wentworth St intersection has been cancelled due to predicted rain. The road closure and the construction of the crossings will recommence on Tuesday, 11 June 24, weather permitting, and aim for completion in the morning of Saturday, 15 June 24.

8 May 2024

Time: 7pm Monday, 13 May 2024 to 5 am Thursday, 16 May 2024. Three night shifts in total. The third night shift will be cancelled if the work is completed earlier.

Location: On the footpath on the northwest corner of the intersection of Govetts Leap Road and Wentworth Street.

Proposed work: Non-destructive excavation for trenching in preparation for electrical conduits.

Traffic control will be in place which will result in traffic being slowed, however both Govetts Leap Rd and Wentworth Street are expected to remain open for the duration of the work.

Some noise and vibration will occur from the construction works. However, active efforts will be made to eliminate and mitigate noise and vibration where possible.

We apologise for any inconvenience or disturbance while these improvements are constructed.

29 April 2024

Time: 7pm Wednesday, 1 May 2024 to 5 am Thursday, 2 May 2024

Location: Southwest corner of the intersection on Govetts Leap Road.

Proposed work: Non-destructive excavation for trenching in preparation for electrical conduits.

Traffic control will be in place which will result in traffic being slowed, however both Govetts Leap Rd and Wentworth Street are expected to remain open for the duration of the work.

Some noise and vibration will occur from the construction works. However, active efforts will be made to eliminate and mitigate noise and vibration where possible.

We apologise for any inconvenience or disturbance while these improvements are constructed.

7 March 2024

On the evening of Thursday 7 March 2024, an underground services survey will be occurring around the intersection of Wentworth Street and Govetts Leap Road in Blackheath Village Centre.

There will be no noise or disruption to surrounding residents.

The survey is being conducted at this time to ensure there will not be any impact to business or the community, but residents may notice some markings on the street and pavement following the survey work. Some minor traffic controls will be in place while the survey is conducted.

October 2023

Construction of the liveability, safety and accessibility upgrades in Blackheath Village Centre has commenced and is expected to be completed in December 2023.

What work will be taking place?

The work is being delivered in several stages at different locations within the village centre. Please find below a summary of the upcoming construction works:

1. Upgrades to the facilities and landscaping of the Great Western Highway road reserve. This is the area adjacent to Neate Park that runs along the highway to the Rotary Clock Corner (the southwest corner of the Great Western Highway and Bundarra Street intersection).
2. Renewal of the Sutton Lane Car Park (South side of Sutton Lane).
3. A new pedestrian crossing at the intersection of Sutton Lane and Wentworth Street.
4. Formalisation of on-street parking along Station Street, between the station commuter carpark and the intersection of Bundarra Street and Station Street.
5. Footpath renewal and on-street parking upgrade on Gardiner Crescent at the frontage of the Blackheath Community Neighbourhood Centre.
6. Renewal of the footpath along Wentworth Street.

View a map showing the numbered work sites.

Construction works will take place between 7am – 6pm Monday to Friday and 8am – 1pm on Saturdays.

Construction traffic will be managed by Council’s contractors who have been engaged for the upgrade works. Some noise and vibration will occur from the construction works. However, active efforts will be made to eliminate and mitigate noise and vibration where possible.

Please note that the planned works for the Wentworth Street and G

19 December 2023

Unfortunately, the reopening of Sutton Lane carpark has been delayed. The carpark will now reopen to the public on Saturday, 23 December 2023.

The short delay is the result of design improvements being identified and delivered as part of the upgrade work.

We appreciate the community’s patience and apologies for any inconvenience.

7 December 2023

Upgrade work along Station Street, between Railway Avenue and Bundarra Street, is scheduled to commence on Monday, 11 December 2023 with an estimated completion date of Friday, 22 December 2023.

There will be a partial road closure and detour in place for traffic heading South towards Bundarra Street on Station Street. Traffic Control will be in place to assist in the movement of vehicles.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused and appreciate your co-operation during this time.

7 December 2023

Due to recent wet weather, completion of the Sutton Lane carpark upgrades has unfortunately been delayed.

The carpark will now be open on Saturday, 16 December.

The upgrade work includes:

• Resurfacing and repairing the carpark.
• Reconfiguring the carpark to provide more parking spaces.
• New line marking which will also clearly identify accessible parking bays and the turnaround bay.
• Installing improved signage.

We greatly appreciate the community’s patience as this work is completed. Please be assured we are working with our contractor to ensure the work is finished as soon as possible.

Sutton Lane Car Park upgrades - 13 November to 8 December 2023.

As part of the Blackheath Village Centre Upgrade Project, Sutton Lane Carpark will be closed from Monday, 13 November 2023 to Friday, 8 December 2023.

During this time, there will be no access to the carpark.

This necessary upgrade work is being prioritised to ensure it is completed as quickly as possible.

The upgrade work includes:

• Resurfacing and repairing the carpark.
• Reconfiguring the carpark to provide more parking spaces.
• New line marking which will also clearly identify accessible parking bays and the turnaround bay.
• Installing improved signage.

We greatly appreciate the community’s patience as this work is completed. Please be assured we are working with our contractor to ensure the work is finished as soon as possible.