The Valla Beach community welcomes the announcement that a roundabout will be delivered at the intersection of Valla Beach Road and Giinagay Way.
Since the changes were made to this road layout in 2023, we have seen repeated crashes and near misses that have left locals deeply concerned for their safety.
Out of all the intersections in the Nambucca Valley, this is the one my office has received the most correspondence about. The community has been clear and consistent in their calls for change, with a roundabout being one of the solutions often raised.
For more than 12 months, I have been making representations to Transport for NSW on behalf of residents. Transport has taken too long to make this intersection a priority, but it is good to see the Minister expediting the solution.
We know most government responses take a long time, so I was pleased to hear the Minister say that Transport won't take their foot off the pedal, and construction should start this year.
This outcome is a direct result of the persistence of the Valla Beach community. I know how much this intersection has weighed on locals, and I will continue to advocate to ensure this roundabout is delivered without delay.
