New parking arrangements at Heathcote shopping centre will improve traffic flows and reduce congestion on one of Sydney’s busiest highways during the morning peak.
The change introduces a ‘No Parking’ restriction, not a clearway. State MP for Heathcote Maryanne Stuart said “No Parking” signs were being placed along the Princes Highway north-bound with parking restricted between 6am and 8am on weekdays.
“Heathcote shopping centre has been a major bottleneck for motorists for several years and these new parking rules should free up an extra lane and cut congestion,” she said.
“Transport for NSW conducted surveys in 2025 and has decided to impose a No Parking zone instead of a Clearway.”
“Motorists have complained that they were frequently caught in bumper-to-bumper traffic for hundreds of metres, banking back to Burns Road during morning peak periods.”
“The aim is to provide three northbound lanes during the morning peak to ease congestion, speed up travel to Heathcote Road and reduce the risk of crashes.”
“No parking” signs mean motorists will still be able to stop briefly (for up to two minutes) to pick up or drop off passengers or goods. During that time, they must remain within three metres of their vehicles.
Ms Stuart said there is ample parking available on side streets or at the rear of shops for motorists who need to park and leave their vehicles for a longer period.
“Transport for NSW is balancing the needs of motorists and the small number of businesses which open before 8am. Parking will continue to be available on the Princes Highway after 8am.”
The new parking restrictions start on November 16. Transport for NSW will monitor the corridor and consider future improvements if required.
Member for Heathcote, Maryanne Stuart said:
“This is a common-sense change that will make a real difference for the thousands of locals who rely on the Princes Highway to get to work, school and appointments every weekday morning.
“Around 6,500 vehicles head north through this stretch in the morning peak, and anyone who drives it knows the queues can stretch all the way back to Burns Road.
“I’m confident that once this change is in place, locals will see the benefit of a smoother, safer morning commute.”
MEDIA:
Carlie Smith | Maryanne Stuart MP | 9548 0144
