Mark Coure
Shadow Minister for Roads
There are serious concerns about further delays on the stalled M6 motorway project on the eve of the 1 May deadline imposed by the Minns Labor Government, with no confirmation the contractor will resume work.
In March, Transport for NSW issued a formal default notice to the M6 contractor, directing it to resume substantive work, including tunnelling, on, or before 1 May 2026 or face potential legal action.
Shadow Minister for Roads, Mark Coure, said the Government’s silence as the deadline approaches is unacceptable.
“The Minns Labor Government set this deadline. They own it. But now, as 1 May approaches, they’re silent,” Mr Coure said.
“If the contractor fails to meet the deadline, what action is the Government taking? If they’re meeting it, why hasn’t the Government said so?”
“This is a critical moment for a $3.1 billion project, yet motorists are being kept in the dark.”
The M6 project has been effectively stalled since 2024 following major construction issues, with tunnelling yet to resume and completion now pushed out to at least 2028.
“Southern Sydney commuters have been waiting years for this road, only to be met with delays and disputes,” Mr Coure said.
“This project has already been stuck in limbo for more than two years, while millions have reportedly been spent on legal disputes instead of getting the job done.”
“The Minister made a lot of noise only to go missing when it counts. The Minns Labor Government needs to front up today.”
Mr Coure is calling on the Minister to immediately disclose:
· Whether the contractor has complied with the default notice;
· What action will be taken if the deadline has not been met; and
· A clear, updated timeline for completion of the M6.