Frequently Asked Questions
Stay informed about changes to Western Sydney Parklands ahead of the upcoming M12 Motorway project.
Roads and Maritime is planning the M12 Motorway as part of the $4.1 billion Western Sydney Infrastructure Plan on behalf of the Australian and NSW Governments.
The new motorway will provide direct access to the Western Sydney International Airport at Badgerys Creek and connect to Sydney’s motorway network.
A portion of the Parklands adjacent to Elizabeth Drive will be used to construct the M12 Motorway. This will impact access to areas south of the proposed M12 Motorway during the construction, and will also change access arrangements post construction.
The Western Sydney Parklands facilities that will be impacted by the construction of the M12 Motorway are the Sydney International Shooting Centre, which will have a new access road constructed off Range Road; and the Wylde Mountain Bike Trail (MTB), which has been redesigned and will be partially relocated to an area immediately adjacent to the existing trail within the Parklands.
View the new trail designs here.
The final design will determine the amount of space required for the construction of the M12 Motorway, however the proposed alignment along Elizabeth Drive minimises the impact on undisturbed parts of the Parklands.
Western Sydney Parklands Trust is working with Transport for NSW to minimise the M12 Motorway’s impact on the Parklands.
On behalf of the Australian and NSW Governments, Roads and Maritime is planning the M12 Motorway as part of the $4.1 billion Western Sydney Infrastructure Plan.
The 16 kilometre M12 Motorway will provide direct access to Western Sydney International Airport at Badgery’s Creek and connect to Sydney’s existing motorway network.
The M12 Motorway will be a 16km dual carriageway between the M7 Motorway, Cecil Park and The Northern Road, Luddenham.
Transport for NSW consulted with Western Sydney Parklands Trust during the route planning process. As part of these discussions, Transport for NSW agreed to relocate the M12 Motorway route adjacent to Elizabeth Drive, to minimise the impact on the Southern Parklands precinct. The Trust continues to work with Transport for NSW to achieve a design that does not preclude the Trusts’ vision for the Parklands.
The project will provide the vital link connecting the Western Sydney International Airport and other major residential and employment development in Sydney’s West, with the broader Sydney region. Ultimately it will facilitate the development and growth of Western Sydney without impacting on proposed future recreation areas.
Construction is currently scheduled to commence in 2022 with completion scheduled for 2025 prior to the opening of the Western Sydney International Airport.
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Wylde MTB Trail will be impacted by the construction of the M12 Motorway. Transport for NSW, Bicycle NSW and Western Sydney Parklands Trust are committed to redesigning and modifying the trail as required to ensure that it continues to operate as a high-quality facility for the community.
It is expected that the sunrise to sunset opening hours of Wylde MTB Trail will remain the same.
To view the most current status of the Trail, visit our Wylde MTB Trail webpage .
The new Wylde MTB Trail is a similar design to the original Trail with some improved features, including a larger pump and jump track.
The Trust sought input from Bicycle NSW, Dirtz Track the original Wylde designers and the mountain biking community to help shape the final design.
View the new trail designs here.
Western Sydney Parklands Trust worked with Transport for NSW, and Dirtz Track the original design consultants for Wylde mountain bike trail, to design the new modified trail.
View the new trail designs here.
Due to the proximity of the Wylde MTB Trail to the M12 site, temporary closures of the Trail may be necessary during construction of the M12 Motorway.
The details and timing of the closures are yet to be determined and will depend on Transport for NSW’s final M12 Motorway .design and construction schedule. If any disruption is proposed, the mountain biking community will be provided with advanced notice when timelines are finalised.
Alternative locations to ride during the construction of the M12 Motorway include:
Mt Annan Botanic Gardens.
Old Man’s Valley Hornsby – short, technical trail
Royal National Park – extensive MTB and management trails
Garrigal NP – short, technical trails
Yellomundee Regional Park – on the western side of the Nepean River, Yarramundi.
Manly Dam – experienced riders only
The Trust is currently conducting a competitor tender process.
The new Wylde Mountain Bike Trail will be the equivalent of the current 12-kilometre track.
Yes, the new Wylde MTB Trail will cater for all riding abilities (beginner, intermediate and advanced riders).
Riders under 16 years should only ride the Trail in the company of an adult.
The entrance to Wylde MTB Trail will be modified in response to the final design of the M12 Motorway . It is expected the entrance will remain in a similar location within the Parklands using a modified Range Road off Elizabeth Drive, Cecil Park, NSW).
The new Wylde MTB Trail is expected to open to the public in mid-2021, weather permitting.
Sydney Water is building a pipeline to improve the reliability and resilience of the Sydney Water drinking water network in Western Sydney.
Sydney Water is delivering vital water supply infrastructure to continue servicing our customers and support the growth and development in South West Sydney and the Aerotropolis.
The pipeline will run through Western Sydney Parklands and along the border of the Sydney International Shooting Centre (SISC) - near the Wylde Mountain Bike trail and Range Road intersection.
Sydney Water is working with SISC to ensure limited impact on its operations and maintain the safety of its members.
Sydney Water is working with the Western Sydney Parklands Trust to ensure construction is coordinated with planned upgrades in the Parklands to minimise visitor impacts.
Sydney Water aims to avoid or minimise impacts to vegetation. Where there are residual impacts that cannot be avoided or minimised, Sydney Water will counterbalance the impacts of its activities, also referred to as offset. This may include planting, rehabilitation and /or weeding to compensate for the loss of vegetation and hollows due to construction.
Construction of the first section of pipeline will start in September 2020. Sydney Water plans to complete all construction by early December 2020, weather permitting.
The SISC will continue to be open to visitors; however, traffic and parking arrangements may change around the intersection to Range Road. We ask that visitors to the SISC follow detour signage and instructions given by our traffic controllers.
Sydney Water is working with the Western Sydney Parklands Trust to preserve public access to the Parkland’s, including Wylde Mountain Bike Facilities during this important project. However, where it is not possible to maintain public safety, sections of the Parklands may need to be temporarily closed. Site signage will be erected to inform park users and to safely guide them around construction areas.
Public safety is important to us and we ask that all park users follow the instructions given by our traffic controllers and avoid closed areas as outlined on signage.
