Publications

Economic analysis can inform investment decisions around proposed bridge projects. This paper outlines the evaluative techniques and methodologies used in appraising a proposed bridge replacement and approach realignment project located in rural…

The costs of sourcing traditional pavement materials are increasing as sources are being exhausted, haulage distances are increasing, and access to traditional sources is increasingly restricted. As a result, jurisdictions are seeking alternative…

This report outlines the direct and indirect benefits of High Productivity Vehicles (HPV) in Australia. Direct benefits examined include safety, productivity, fuel and environmental savings. An attempt has also been made to estimate indirect…

This report documents the research undertaken for Austroads on bicycle lanes at roundabouts. An extensive literature review informed empirical data gathering.The literature review revealed strong evidence that bicycle lanes on the approach and…

This report enables Austroads to effectively position the debate in identifying and assessing the macroeconomic affects of investment in road infrastructure. The report also provides a Computable General Equilibrium (CGE) model for use by Austroads…

This report outlines the agreed national values of travel time for different classes of road users determined as part of an Austroads project. These values will provide input to the economic evaluation of road projects and programs at all levels of…