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Hills Shire Council Directs State Funding to Box Hill Roads, Fire Station
The Hills Shire Council is directing new state funding toward specific road and fire station projects while managing a documented infrastructure funding gap.
How we reported this
Box Hill received $11.7 million from the NSW Government in 2025 to support three infrastructure projects: Water Lane Road construction, land acquisition for a new fire station, and Terry Road Upgrade planning.
Funding Allocation Details
The allocation breaks down to $5.6 million for Water Lane Road construction, $3.5 million for land acquisition for a new fire station, and $2.6 million for Terry Road Upgrade planning and design. These amounts come directly from state government support announced for the precinct.
Broader Infrastructure Context
The Hills Shire Council's Box Hill Contributions Plan No. 15 faces a $207 million infrastructure shortfall. This situation requires the council to tie infrastructure delivery to priority and critical items only, limiting the scope of works that can proceed without additional funding sources.
Related Local Projects
Separate contracts have been awarded for Anthony Skarratt Reserve Stage One, an Edwards Road/Annangrove Road roundabout upgrade, and a Terry Road culvert crossing. The NSW Government has also committed to new permanent schools in Box Hill, with Box Hill Public School and Box Hill High School operating from temporary facilities on George Street until permanent facilities open on Terry Road in 2028.
Additional state support includes $30.4 million secured by The Hills Shire Council under Round Two of the NSW Accelerated Infrastructure Fund for projects covering Old Pitt Town/Terry Road intersection upgrades, Annangrove Road upgrades, and The Water Lane Reserve.
Next Steps for Delivery
Delivery of these funded works will depend on the council prioritising items within the existing shortfall constraints. Residents can track progress through The Hills Shire Council updates on the specific road, reserve and school projects already under contract or in planning.