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About the project

The Northern Access Road will provide an alternative route for heavy vehicles to access the Port of Hobart and will support developments in the Macquarie Point Precinct and Regatta Point foreshore area.

The new road will link the Tasman Highway with the Macquarie Point Precinct and includes an event bus plaza that will service the proposed Multipurpose Stadium.

A northern entry into the Port of Hobart will ease the pressure on the surrounding road network, enhance connectivity and provide more opportunity for land use and investment within Macquarie Point.

Timing

Construction is expected to start in early 2027.

Upcoming activities

Site investigations to inform the concept designs were carried out in late October and early November 2025.

We have been working closely with transport specialists from Jacobs and key stakeholders to consider a range of options that best meet the needs of everyone who uses the Macquarie Point precinct.

We have gathered feedback from the community and a consultation feedback report is being prepared. This feedback will help us develop a recommended detailed design.

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.

Contact

If you have any questions about the Northern Access Road Project, please contact the Major Transport Projects team at majortransportprojects@stategrowth.tas.gov.au.