Rozelle Parklands now open

Transport for NSW has reopened the Rozelle Parklands, marking the final step in the removal of the contaminated mulch at the site.

Mulch removed from within the Parklands has been replaced with fresh organic hardwood mulch. The areas have been carefully inspected by an independent EPA Accredited Site Auditor as part of the final certification process.

As of Tuesday 30 April, the shared user paths, playgrounds, picnic and barbeque areas, two sports fields, the large grassy areas, pitches, bush trails and fitness areas became accessible to the community.

Over the course of the coming weeks, workers will continue to replace plants that were damaged during the mulch removal. Replanting work will take place throughout the Parklands and surrounding areas including the Victoria Road pocket parks.

A wetland pond at the western end of the Parklands will remain fenced off due to the discovery of blue-green algae in the water. Transurban is responsible for the wetlands and has a clean-up plan in place. They will be keeping Transport for NSW across progress. While the wetlands are not for swimming or recreational use, as a precaution, temporary fencing will remain in place around the affected area and signage will be erected, to ensure everyone’s safety.

Transport for NSW would like to thank the community for their patience during these remediation works.

Pedestrian and cyclist changes

While work continues, sections of the Parklands' pedestrian and cycling paths will remain closed. Sections will continue to open in stages throughout April and we will advise you of any changes to access as they occur.

Please observe signs and temporary fencing in place and for your safety do not enter closed areas.

As new sections re-open, signs will be placed at key intersections to inform the public of the changes and new routes to help you navigate the area.

Pedestrians and cyclists will be able to access the Rozelle Parklands via Gordon Street, Denison Street and the Green Link Bridge from the Rozelle Bay Light Rail stop. These entry points provide access to the Parklands' pedestrian and cycling paths, as well as the Victoria Road bypass to access the city via Anzac Bridge.

Rozelle Interchange connects the M4 to the Anzac Bridge and the M8 to City West Link and Victoria Road. Delays are expected on approach to the Anzac Bridge citybound from 7am to 9am in the morning peak.

Travelling to the City

• From Victoria Road: Keep to the right on Iron Cove Bridge to access the toll-free tunnel. Once inside the tunnel, use the left two lanes to connect directly to Anzac Bridge. No tolls apply. Take a virtual drive.
• From M4 East: Continue past the Wattle Street exit and use the left two lanes to continue along the M4 tunnel and connect directly to Anzac Bridge. A maximum toll of $11.11 per journey applies for passenger vehicles. Take a virtual drive.
• From M8: Keep to the far left in the M8 tunnel and take the exit on the left to City West Link. When exiting the tunnel to City West Link, use the left two lanes for the City. A maximum toll of $11.11 per journey applies for passenger vehicles. Take a virtual drive.

Travelling from the City

• To Victoria Road: Keep to the far left on Anzac Bridge and take the first exit on the left to the toll-free tunnel connecting directly to Iron Cove Bridge and Victoria Road. Take a virtual drive.
• To M4 East: Keep to the left on Anzac Bridge to connect directly the M4 tunnel. A maximum toll of $11.11 per journey applies for passenger vehicles. Take a virtual drive. 
• To M8: Use the right two lanes on Anzac Bridge to continue onto City West Link. Keep to the right after The Crescent for the M8 tunnel. A maximum toll of $11.11 per journey applies for passenger vehicles. Take a virtual drive. 

View more virtual journeys using Rozelle Interchange here.

Tolls

Rozelle Interchange is part of WestConnex. All WestConnex tolls are calculated using a ‘flag fall’ of $1.57 at the point of entry and then $0.58 per kilometre. After 16.4 kilometres of continuous travel, a toll cap comes into effect. For passenger vehicles, tolls will be capped at a maximum amount of $11.11 per journey. For heavy vehicles, the maximum toll cap is $33.32 per journey.

​Watch this Rozelle Interchange flyover video below to learn more.

Ramp Signals

Ramp signals are operating at key locations on approach to Anzac Bridge;

• Victoria Road to Anzac Bridge
• City West Link to Anzac Bridge

Ramp signals control the rate of vehicles exiting the Interchange on approach to Anzac Bridge. The signals can be set for different metering rates to improve traffic flow and minimise congestion. They make merging safer and easier and reduce the risk of drivers having to brake suddenly. 

The signals allow one vehicle per lane to enter when a green light is displayed. The green signal allows the first vehicle in each lane to join the Anzac Bridge. When the signal is red, you must stop behind the ‘Stop’ line.

Ramp meters are activated during peak traffic periods or when there is heavy traffic congestion.