Safety upgrades will continue along Torquay’s Fischer Street, with the next stage of works starting next week.
Road closures at the Fischer Street and Merrijig Drive intersection will be in effect during stage two works, which will begin on Monday 23 February, with local access available.
Surf Coast Shire councillor Liz Pattison said the upgrades formed part of council’s commitment to upgrading the connection between central and north Torquay.
“The changes aim to improve safety for everyone using Fischer Street, whether they’re riding to school, walking to the shops, or driving to work,” she said.
“Fischer Street was identified as a high-risk corridor for pedestrians and cyclists during the development of council’s Safer Cycling Strategy in 2023.
“We appreciate the community’s patience during construction and encourage everyone to follow signage and detour routes while works are underway.”
Stage two upgrades will include new raised pedestrian crossings on Fischer Street, near Yirn Avenue, and on the Merrijig Drive legs of the Merrijig Drive and Fischer Street roundabout.
Works will also feature a new speed hump on Merrijig Drive, between Yallock Circuit and Scott Avenue, changed to a raised pedestrian crossing and a new cycling lane on Fischer Street between Centreside Drive and Merrijig Drive on the west side.
Stage three upgrades will also commence after Easter, and further information about the traffic impacts of works will be communicated once the traffic plans are approved.
Visit surfcoast.vic.gov.au/FischerStreetWorks for more information and project updates.
