During this time there will however be some minimal on-site activity including security patrols, concrete curing and environmental control work in the event of heavy rain or dust storms.

Over the past 12 months a lot has been achieved - construction on 29 of the 37 bridges has begun, over 2.2 million cubic metres of earth has been moved and about 85 per cent of earthworks are complete. 

The Lend Lease project team also said more than 600 hours of community and volunteer work had been donated.

Locals are reminded to take care when driving through work site areas, including on the Pacific Highway and local roads such as the access between East West Rd and Deep Creek Rd  where speed zones will be enforced.

If required, the contact number during this period is 1800 800-612.