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Nyora-St. Helier Road, Woodleigh blackspot improvement works starts this August with funding from federal government Black Spot Program

Bass Coast Shire Council announces Blackspot Improvement Works on Nyora-St. Helier Road, starting in August 2024 and finishing by October 2024. This $350,000 project is part of the 2023/24 Capital Works Program, funded federally.

By news@gippsland - 9th August 2024 - Back to News

Bass Coast Shire Council is pleased to announce the upcoming start of essential Blackspot Improvement Works on Nyora-St. Helier Road, Woodleigh. This important project will begin in early August 2024 and is expected to be completed by October 2024, weather and conditions permitting. This initiative is part of council's adopted 2023/24 Capital Works Program and is generously funded through the Federal Government Black Spot Program, with a budget of approximately $350,000.

Bass Coast Shire Council will start Blackspot improvement works on Nyora-St. Helier Road in August 2024, funded by the federal government Black Spot Program, with a $350,000 budget

Community protection priority

Bass Coast Shire Mayor, Cr Clare Le Serve said, "Road safety is a top priority for council, and the Black Spot Improvement Works on Nyora-St. Helier Roads are a vital part of our commitment to protecting our community."

"These upgrades will make a significant difference in reducing accidents and ensuring that everyone who travels these roads can do so more safely. I am grateful for the support from the Federal Government Black Spot Program, which allows us to make these critical improvements. Together, we can create safer roads for all," the mayor said.

Road safety enhancements

Benefits to community

• Safer Roads for Everyone: The Blackspot Program aims to reduce accidents on Australian roads by targeting locations where crashes have occurred. By implementing improvements such as traffic signals and roundabouts at these dangerous spots, we can significantly enhance road safety and prevent future accidents. This initiative not only saves lives but also saves our community from the high costs associated with road crashes
• Long-Term Safety Goals: The Federal Government Blackspot Program focuses on reducing serious and fatal road crashes over a five-year period. The selection of improvement sites on Nyora-St. Helier Road was based on a detailed analysis of crash history, ensuring the most effective use of resources

Project deliverables

• Comprehensive Road Works: Our team will be working on pavement widening, vegetation removal, kerb works, and line marking, including audio tactile line marking to enhance road safety
• Enhanced Safety Measures: We will be installing directional chevron hazard signs to improve safety on the road bends and extending the existing guard rail for added protection

Staying informed

We understand that these works may cause some inconvenience, and we appreciate your patience and understanding during this time. Our contractor will strive to minimise disruptions to road users and residents. To ensure the safety of all road users, appropriate traffic control measures will be in place throughout the duration of the works.

For more information and to stay up to date with project progress, please visit Nyora-St Helier Road Black Spot Program website.

Pictures from Bass Coast Shire Council website.

Source: www.gippsland.com

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