The final stage of the road safety upgrades along Fischer Street, Torquay, will commence on Monday 27 April, with works focusing on the intersection of Centreside Drive and Fischer Street.
The upgrades will improve safety for pedestrians, cyclists and drivers, while supporting more active and connected local transport options.
Surf Coast Shire Councillor Liz Pattison said it's great to see the final stage of these important road safety upgrades progressing.
"These works complete a staged approach to improving safety along a key local corridor," she said.
"Families and commuters use this road regularly, and these upgrades will create a safer environment for everyone."
Works in this final stage include:
- Installing raised pedestrian crossings on all four approaches to the Centreside Drive and Fischer Street roundabout.
- Converting an existing speed hump on Merrijig Drive, near Mclean Street, into a raised pedestrian crossing.
- Building new cycling lanes on both sides of Fischer Street between Centreside Drive and Merrijig Drive.
To complete these works safely, the intersection of Fischer Street and Centreside Drive will be temporarily closed to through traffic. Local residents will continue to have access to their homes and properties during construction.
A bus detour route will be in place for the duration of the works. Bus stops on Merrijig Drive near Yallock Circuit and Fischer Street near Shorebreak Street will be temporarily re-located to Scott Avenue near Centreside Drive and Fischer Street near Nautical Rise.
Temporary 'No Standing' signs will also be installed along the bus detour route.
Cr Pattison said the improvements support Council's goals around active transport.
"These upgrades reflect Council's commitment to building safe, active transport networks that better connect our communities," she said.
"By improving pedestrian crossings and adding dedicated cycling lanes, we're making it easier and safer for people to walk and ride in their neighbourhood."
The road safety improvements were selected through a Transport Accident Commission funded analysis in 2023, which included a community survey and workshops.
This project is funded by Victorian Government Grants via the Safer Local Roads and Streets Program and Safe System Pedestrian Infrastructure Program.
