The Victorian Transport Association (VTA) has welcomed the Victorian Government’s $976 million investment in road and bridge maintenance and infrastructure upgrades, announced in the 2025–26 State Budget as part of the Better Roads Blitz.
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VTA CEO Peter Anderson says a reliable road network plays a critical role in supporting freight productivity and economic growth and acknowledges the government’s commitment to improving the state’s transport infrastructure.
“This investment is a welcome and necessary step toward ensuring Victoria’s road freight network is safe, efficient, and resilient,” he says.
“Freight operators rely on dependable road conditions to meet delivery schedules, reduce vehicle wear and tear, and maintain competitive supply chains. Every dollar spent on road maintenance is an investment in productivity and safety.”
Anderson also recognises the Government’s commitment not to introduce or raise taxes.
“Freight operators – like every other Victorian business – have been under immense pressure which is why it’s essential that Victoria gets back on a sustainable economic footing,” he says.
“Spending and taxation restraint is vital for Victoria to retain or improve its credit rating and its reputation as a secure place to do business.”
The Government has continued their focus on regional Victoria, where more than 70 per cent of last year’s record road funding was directed.
“Targeted upgrades like those announced on the San Remo Bridge are vital for regional connectivity and economic activity,” Anderson says.
“We commend the Government for listening to the needs of regional communities and freight operators, and for continuing to prioritise infrastructure that keeps Victoria moving.”
This will be the largest single-year investment in road maintenance in Victoria’s history and will deliver:
- Rebuilding, repairing, and resurfacing of arterial roads across the state, including pothole repairs
- Maintenance of vital transport infrastructure such as bridges and traffic lights to ensure they remain in good condition
- Emergency road works in response to community callouts
- Roadside vegetation management, including mowing, slashing, and spraying of grass and weeds
- Repair or replacement of thousands of road signs
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