Project Overview
It is proposed to install Raised Safety Platforms on Browns Road in Noble Park North, between Justin Drive and Police Road. This project is funded by the Federal Government’s Blackspot Program. The Blackspot program funds road safety measures in locations where there is a history of road crashes.
Browns Road currently has a number of roundabouts, however no traffic management devices with vertical displacement. Due to the large size of the roundabouts and lack of vertical displacement, vehicles are able to travel at high speeds, and trucks regularly use this route including during the currently signed truck curfew. These factors have contributed to this trend of crashes, which has resulted in several serious accidents in recent years.
The installation of raised safety platforms will reduce the chance of crashes occurring and improve safety for all road users.
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When will construction occur?
Construction is expected to commence after Easter and take 6-8 weeks to complete.
How is this project being funded?
This project has been fully funded by the Federal Government through their Blackspot Program. The Blackspot program funds road safety measures in locations where there is a history of road crashes. Council obtained $394,030 for the project.
Where will the treatments be installed?
Raised safety platforms are proposed at the following locations in Noble Park North:
- Beside GJ Duggan Reserve and Springvale Cemetery
- At the southern school crossing for Cawartha College
- At the northern school crossing for Cawartha College
- Near house number 15 on Browns Road
How are the locations for the platforms chosen?
The locations for the raised safety platforms is carefully selected by road safety experts to ensure that they are as effective as possible in terms of reducing inappropriate speeds.
The location of the platforms also takes into account the location of nearby drainage and lighting.
Can Council chose different locations for the platforms?
No, the locations for the platforms are selected by independent road safety experts, and in order to obtain the funding, Council is only able to make minor changes to the designs at this stage.
Council is committed to providing road safety infrastructure at this location as part of its aim to significantly reduce road trauma on local roads within the municipality.
Who can I contact to discuss this project further?
Councils Transport Team can be contacted to discuss this project further. Please telephone 8571 1000, or email RoadSafety@cgd.vic.gov.au.