About the project
We are planning a new Heavy Vehicle Driver Rest Area on the Bass Highway at Detention River.
The project is located at the Detention River Store and will include three new truck parking bays.
Efficient transport drives Tasmania’s economic development, and it's vital to provide our freight industry and heavy vehicle operators with safe, adequate, efficient rest areas.
These rest areas will offer safe spots for heavy vehicle operators travelling west to pull over, take breaks, rest, recharge, and check their loads.
The Tasmanian Heavy Vehicle Rest Area Strategy outlines the Tasmanian Government’s long-term approach to planning for and investing in facilities necessary for heavy vehicles to operate safely and legally on Tasmania’s key freight routes.
Design plans on display
We have finalised the upgrade designs for this project and invite you to have your say.
View the project roll plan here.
The plans will be on display from Monday, 2 June until Friday, 13 June 2025.
If you have any questions or feedback, please contact our Community Engagement Consultants Kristie Giblin on 0488 227 427 or Louella Dwyer on 0491 696 701. You may also email Kristie and Louella at basshighwayupgrades@stategrowth.tas.gov.au
Timing
The project is currently in the detailed design phase, with construction expected to begin in late 2025.
Funding
The Tasmanian Government is funding the construction of rest areas to help heavy vehicle drivers easily take mandatory breaks on Tasmania’s key freight routes.
Accessibility
If you would like to find out more information and you have accessibility requirements, please contact the project team (details below).
You can find out more about Transport Services' commitment to accessibility on our website here: https://www.transport.tas.gov.au/accessibility