Upgrade for Traralgon Intersection

Friday, 5 February 2010

Work is set to begin next week on a $450,000 safety upgrade at a high risk intersection in Traralgon with funding from the Nation Building - Economic Stimulus Plan.

The safety upgrade will involve the construction of a left turn lane and a larger traffic island on the southern approach to the intersection of the Princes Highway and Post Office Place, as well as improved street lighting and pedestrian access.

This project was recommended by a panel of independent road safety experts.

The Black Spot Program has a proven track record of saving lives with an evaluation showing that it prevented at least 32 fatalities and more than 1,500 serious injuries in its first three years. This intersection, which is being upgraded as part of this program, has been the scene of seven crashes in the last five years.

View all News