Vital Blue Mountains highway to be closed for another year as NSW reveals bridge plans

The Victoria Pass section of a crucial highway connecting Sydney to New South Wales’ central west will stay closed for another year as a new bridge is constructed above the historic 194-year-old Mitchells Causeway. Residents in the Blue Mountains and Central Tablelands will endure extended travel delays and detours, impacting daily commutes and regional economies. This delay underscores the urgency for infrastructure upgrades to support the area's growing population and economic activities. The closure highlights ongoing challenges in maintaining and upgrading vital transport links amidst aging infrastructure.