Marshalltown Road at Grovedale will benefit from a $1.2 million funding injection for upgrades.
Several black spot road projects in the Corangamite electorate will receive more than $2.3 million in Australian government funding, with Grovedale project to include the construction of wombat crossings on each approach to the existing roundabout at Marshalltown Road, reconstruction of the centre island and splitter islands, a new asphalt surface, road drainage and upgraded street lighting.
The project was submitted for funding by the City of Greater Geelong and is included in the $25.6 million of funding for Victoria roads under the Black Spot Program’s 2023–24 funding round.
The Black Spot Program funds safety measures such as traffic signals and roundabouts at locations where a number of serious crashes are known to have occurred, or are at risk of occurring.
Victoria has had a devastating 12 months with 275 people dying on our roads, a 13.2 percent increase from 2022.
“The Grovedale Primary School community are all very pleased that the Bailey Street and Marshalltown Road area has been identified for such significant upgrades,” Grovedale Primary School principal Tina Barnett said.
“It’s a busy area and we know that this investment from the federal government will improve the safety of our children and their families for years to come.
“Along with our school council, we have been advocating for preventative measures to be installed since mid-2022 and this announcement has come as a welcome acknowledgement of the importance of protecting our local community members of all ages.”
“This major investment is part of the Australian government’s commitment to building safer roads,” Member for Corangamite Libby Coker said.
“In announcing these new projects, this government recognises the importance of working with local councils, including the Surf Coast Shire and the City of Greater Geelong, to deliver this program in the state. I commend our local councils for being proactive in pursuing this funding.”
