Cyclists and pedestrians will be safer when a new roadside LED sign appears at events across Corangamite Shire.
Council has secured $30,000 through the Traffic Accident Commission's Local Government Grant Program to buy a new five-colour variable message sign (VMS).
The VMS will have with radar capability to help understand speed activity and inform future initiatives.
Manager Works Lyall Bond said Council aimed to improve drivers' awareness of cyclists and pedestrians.
"This can be further supported by the use of VMS boards near key community gatherings, school crossings and events.
"Council plans to use a VMS board across the Shire at key locations during major events, to increase awareness and change driving behaviours.
"The goal is to improve safety for all road users but specifically cyclists and pedestrians.
"Council and event staff will be trained to use the VMS and we will work with police and event organisers to identify correct locations and manage any specific issues.
"This is particularly if traffic congestion or speed issues will be significant on the day of the event."
Council provides VMS messaging and speed notifications for over 20 weeks in a year on Rural Roads in Corangamite at 14 set locations and 5 variable sites based on road construction.
Another speed only sign trailer is operated across multiple Council areas and is in Corangamite Shire for at least 5 weeks per year.
Pedestrians and cyclists remain Victoria's most vulnerable road users.
In 2025, 52 pedestrians and nine cyclists lost their lives on the state's roads.
In 2024-25, 583 pedestrians and 391 cyclists were hospitalised as the result of a crash.
Minister for Roads and Road Safety Melissa Horne said: "The Local Government Grants program is vital to protecting our most vulnerable road users, investing in local projects that will keep pedestrians and cyclists safe."
"Councils are best placed to identify and address opportunities to improve safety on local roads, and this program is an excellent example of local and state government collaborating to protect communities across Victoria."
