A new $34 million bridge is now complete, improving transport access for communities in WA’s South West.
The new Turkey Point Access Road and Bridge will reduce congestion around the Port of Bunbury and improve safety for those accessing the popular recreational and fishing spot along Leschenault Drive.
The project is part of the WA Government’s commitment to improving local amenities and road safety, while unlocking future trade opportunities at the Port of Bunbury.
The new infrastructure includes a roundabout on Estuary Drive and a 600-metre single carriageway road passing over the Preston River via a new 90-metre-long traffic bridge.
The community access road and bridge also features a pedestrian and cycle path connecting Estuary Drive to an upgraded informal parking area and foreshore trail.
It will create a safer route for community members accessing Turkey Point, diverting public traffic away from the Port of Bunbury, which records more than 100,000 heavy vehicle movements each year.
By separating port traffic and public road users, it will enable the Port of Bunbury to ramp up its activities into the future and drive economic growth in the South West.
The WA Government committed a further $1 million at the 2025 State Election to transform Turkey Point’s recreation area for the community. It is working with the City of Bunbury to enhance the popular fishing and crabbing spot with planning underway.
The road will be officially opened to traffic from 2pm, Monday, 1 September.
Southern Ports is calling on the South West community to suggest names for the new bridge as part of a competition open until Friday, 3 October.
For more information, visit southernports.com.au
WA Premier, Roger Cook, said that the government is continuing to invest in the South West’s future, with major infrastructure projects like the Turkey Point Access Road and Bridge delivering great outcomes for the community while supporting the region’s economic growth.
“Local families will be able to safely enjoy this popular fishing spot with public traffic diverted from the Port of Bunbury to reduce congestion and improve efficiency,” Cook said.
“This infrastructure will support the Port’s long-term growth, which alongside projects like the Advanced Manufacturing and Technology Hub in Picton, will continue to be a key driver of the region’s economy.”
WA Minister for Regional Development and Ports, Stephen Dawson, said that the Turkey Point Access Road and Bridge is an important aspect of the Southern Ports’ Port of Bunbury growth ambitions which allows for greater trade opportunities through Berth 8 and additional future berths to be unlocked.
“Separating Port-user traffic from public traffic not only makes for safer roads, it also allows the Port to explore plans for future development across its expansive landholdings,” Dawson said.
“The State Government takes enormous pride in delivering regional infrastructure that benefits our communities, while also securing the State’s trade future.”
