M6 Stage 1
New four kilometre twin tunnels connecting President Avenue, Kogarah to the Greater Sydney road network and new local amenities for you to enjoy.
Visiting the Community Information Centre
The Community Information Centre open hours have changed. From 1 May 2024, we are open 9.00am-5.00pm, Tuesday to Thursday at 142 President Avenue, Brighton-Le-Sands.
Street parking is available on President Avenue and within our driveway. Please ring the front doorbell on arrival. Outside of these hours, please call our 24 hour community line: 1800 789 297 or info@M6Stage1.com.au.
Our latest information and updates
Find all the latest information and updates in the notifications section of our portal.
If you have any questions, please call our 24 hour community line: 1800 789 297 or email info@M6Stage1.com.au.
Latest news
Delivering the Permanent Power Supply
24 April 2024
In 2024, work continues to complete the installation of the seven-kilometre underground permanent power supply for the M6 Stage 1, linking the Canterbury substation at Earlwood to the Motorway Operations Centre at West Botany Street, Rockdale.
Work has progressed steadily since its commencement in May 2023. To-date, over 99% of trenching works have been completed, with 11 of 11 joint bays constructed, and 55% of the cable pulling carried out successfully. These cable pulling works are pivotal step in ensuring a reliable and continuous power supply for the M6 Stage 1 tunnels.
Permanent road reinstatement of affected roads is also underway and set to begin from May 2024, we expect works to be complete in August 2024
We have a dedicated Permanent Power Supply page where you can find out more information about the program of works and explore the interactive map.
Tunnelling from Arncliffe to Bicentennial Park
24 April 2024
We have successfully reached over 70% tunnel excavation across the project alignment. The fit-out phase is underway, which involves applying waterproofing and shotcrete lining as well as the installation of drainage services inside the tunnels.
Over 6% of road pavement installation is complete near Arncliffe and sections of the tunnel will resemble where future motorists will travel through.
For an overview of our progress to date, please visit our latest notifications or see the tunnel progress map.
Bridging the gap – President Avenue Bridge fabrication edging towards completion
24 April 2024
A new landmark is set to rise on President Avenue with a new 240-metre pedestrian and cyclist bridge that will connect Rockdale’s Bicentennial Park with Scarborough Park soon to be installed.
With a focus on connecting local communities and encouraging outdoor activity, the bridge will be a key part of the project’s Active Transport Corridor and a connection point for shared pedestrian and cyclist pathways.
The bridge consists of three steel spans over President Avenue and ten cast in-situ concrete spans on the northern and southern sides. Fabrication of the steel portion of the bridge is 90% complete with installation scheduled for mid-year where the team will use a 500-tonne crane to help lift the spans into place.
In preparation for the bridge lift, the project team has been progressing with the construction of the bridge's substructure, including its pile foundations.
Read an overview of May 2024 roadworks construction activities or the May 2024 shared pedestrian and cyclist pathway activities.
Community Update | Autumn Edition
18 April 2024
Our latest Community Update provides an overview of our Urban Design and Landscape plan (UDLP) partial approval as well as construction updates on utilities, tunnelling and our tunnel portal.
We also celebrate exceeding our target for Aboriginal participation and share highlights from our school engagement program.
Urban Design and Landscape Plan partial approval
15 April 2024
In a major milestone for the M6 Stage 1, our Urban Design and Landscape Plan (UDLP) has now been partially approved, paving the way for the project to deliver new parks and recreation spaces for the Bayside community.
The approval covers reinstatement of Rockdale Bicentennial Park, the tunnel entrance at President Avenue, and the shared pedestrian and cyclist pathway from Bestic Street to Chuter Avenue.
See an overview of the UDLP approval and the key features being built for the community to enjoy or learn more about the UDLP.
Women in Construction
8 March 2024
To celebrate Women in Construction Week and International Women’s Day, Transport for NSW teamed up with the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC NSW) to find out what the construction industry can do to continue creating an environment for women to thrive.
NAWIC visited M6 Stage 1 and spoke with our team about what the sector can do to not only attract women but retain and support them throughout their careers.
View the Women in Construction video.
Supporting local businesses
7 December 2023
M6 Stage 1 is committed to fostering a vibrant and thriving local economy by supporting businesses in the local community.
To help you discover the many great local businesses in Bayside, we've compiled a small directory in our latest Community Update which includes businesses along President Avenue and West Botany Street. We encourage residents to prioritise shopping locally whenever possible.
New temporary traffic signals along West Botany Street
11 July 2023
Two new but temporary traffic signals have been installed on West Botany Street. between French Street and Bay Street, Rockdale. The temporary signals are now operational.
Building capacity in Aboriginal businesses
8 May 2023
The M6 Stage 1 demonstrates how industry partnership can build capacity in Aboriginal businesses, supporting the development of employment, skills and commercial sustainability. In this video we hear about the alliance between the Wumara Group and Veris to provide surveying services on the M6 Stage 1 project.
View our video to learn more.
Women in Construction
6 February 2023
Transport for NSW’s M6 Stage 1 is proud to play a role in raising the profile of our emerging female talent and the broad opportunities for women to have meaningful careers in construction.
Hear from Project Director, Teresa Avila, alongside some of the Project’s female Engineers and Site Managers who are leading and delivering this mega project.
View the Women in Construction video.
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