Funding Received for Rangari Road

Published on 04 November 2025

Narrabri Shire Council has welcomed the announcement of $9 million in funding from the NSW Government’s Rural and Regional Roads Fund to complete the sealing of Rangari Road, a major win for road safety and the local community.

This funding, combined with additional contributions from Council, will see the remaining 11 kilometres of unsealed road sealed for the first time. With more than 250 vehicles using Rangari Road each day, including local residents, businesses and agricultural operators, this upgrade represents a significant improvement to safety, connectivity and access for the region.

Narrabri Shire Mayor Darrell Tiemens said the announcement was fantastic news for the community and the result of a sustained and collaborative effort.

“This is a tremendous outcome for our community. Rangari Road has long been identified as a safety priority, and this funding means we can do our part to improve the road for everyone,” Mayor Tiemens said.

“Council has been pursuing this upgrade for nearly four years, and I want to sincerely thank our staff for the enormous amount of work they have done to secure this funding. Their persistence, planning and professionalism have been key to achieving this result.”

“We also want to acknowledge the support of our local member Roy Butler, and thank Transport for NSW and Minister for Regional Transport and Roads Jenny Aitchison for working with us to achieve the best outcome possible. It’s pleasing to see forward thinking collaboration that ensures we can build back better for our region.”

Council’s General Manager Eloise Chaplain said the support of the local community has also played an important role.

“The Boggabri community, local businesses, the Boggabri Business Chamber and local police have all been instrumental in demonstrating how vital this project is,” Ms Chaplain said.

“This has been a real community-driven effort, and we’re proud to see that collective commitment result in a safer, stronger road network.”

In addition to the sealing works, the upgrade will include road widening, improved drainage, upgraded signage, audible edge and centre line markings, new guideposts, and enhanced delineation throughout the route.

Mayor Tiemens said the project will deliver long-term benefits for the region.

“Fully sealing Rangari Road will improve safety for all road users, reduce maintenance costs, and better connect our rural communities and industries. This is the kind of infrastructure that underpins growth and resilience in our region,” he said.

For more information on this funding announcement please refer to the NSW Government’s media release: Minns Labor Government seals the deal for safer, smoother journeys on Rangari Road | NSW Government