The Australian Government’s investment of $552 million will be delivered through the upcoming Federal Budget and matched by the Western Australian Government.

The project will ensure the proposed Westport container terminal and redeveloped bulk terminal, as well as the wider Western Trade Coast, have the road connections required to boost long term trade and economic growth, support housing supply, and improve productivity in the defence and critical minerals industries.

Funding will deliver the first stage of significant upgrades to Anketell Road including expanding the road to four lanes between Leath Road and Abercrombie Road and a grade separation at Rockingham Road.

This will significantly increase the efficiency of freight movements, reduce traffic for residents and support connection for future port expansions.

Anketell Road is an important freight route that is expected to become the heavy-vehicle route of choice linking Leath Road and the Kwinana Freeway.

These upgrades will shift heavy vehicle traffic away from residential areas to reduce congestion, improve safety and travel times on local roads.

The project will also support lower emissions through more efficient freight routing and reduced network delays.

This announcement builds on the significant infrastructure program being delivered by the Albanese and Cook Labor Governments -- including METRONET, the Tonkin Highway Corridor and the Outback Way.

The Australian Government has also committed $350 million towards upgrading the Kwinana Freeway, which will be essential in servicing the proposed Westport precinct.

Quotes attributable to Federal Member for Brand Madeleine King:

“This funding will mean workers in Perth’s southern suburbs will spend less time behind the wheel and more time with family and friends.

“It will ease freight congestion, make freight transport safer, back in our truckies and support the continuing unmatched economic powerhouse that is the Kwinana Industrial Area.”