Westbury Heavy Vehicle Driver Rest Areas

About the project

We are building new Heavy Vehicle Driver Rest Area (HVDRA) sites along the Bass Highway, west of Westbury, to support heavy vehicle operators to take breaks in comfort.

We worked closely with the Tasmanian Transport Association and the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator to identify suitable Heavy Vehicle Driver Rest Areas. The Bass Highway, between Westbury and Deloraine, was identified as a high priority site to improve driver safety for all road users.

• The westbound HVDRA is located on the Bass Highway (construction starting late 2026)
• The eastbound HVDRA is located on the Bass Highway between Exton and Hagley (completed June 2026)

The rest areas will include:

• capacity for up to 15 heavy vehicles to cater for current and future demand for freight on the Bass Highway
• toilets, bins, shelters and lighting
• A deceleration and slip lane to provide access to the rest areas for heavy vehicles.

Designs have been developed in consultation with the Tasmanian Transport Association and landowners where properties will be impacted.

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Funding

The Australian and Tasmanian governments are funding the construction of rest areas on Tasmania’s key freight routes as part of the Tasmanian Heavy Vehicle Driver Rest Area Strategy.

The Australian Government is providing $9.6 million through the Safer Local Roads and Infrastructure Program, with the Tasmanian Government providing $2.4 million towards the $12 million projects.

Accessibility

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