The final layer of asphalt marked the completion of road rehabilitation work in Lord Street and Kennedy Drive.

Line marking of the new road surface is expected to take place in about four to six weeks to allow time for the asphalt to settle and prevent discolouration of line marking.

The project along this high traffic road is part of Port Macquarie-Hastings Council’s road reseal and rehabilitation program and was delivered at a cost of $2.1 million.

Council director Jeffery Sharp said the original project cost was estimated at $1.7 million, however, the council took the opportunity to extend the works program by placing additional asphalt to further increase the life of the pavement.

“This decision is a sound investment in providing a high quality road surface resulting in a smoother ride for motorists, securing the life span of the entire road and reducing ongoing maintenance costs,” he said.

Pedestrian safety will also be improved with the construction of kerb extensions in Lord Street at the intersection with Home Street.

Pedestrians and cyclists will find it safer to cross Lord Street with the distances between crossing points being reduced.

Works included the milling of the road surface, stabilisation of the existing pavement, application of bitumen seal and overlaying of new asphalt.

The project also involved alterations to water service crossings and water main upgrades prior to foamed bitumen road stabilisation.

The works along Lord Street and Kennedy Drive form part of the $54 million of road re-sealing,

upgrade and maintenance works that Council has planned for completion this financial year.