Georges River Council has introduced new traffic measures to make school drop-off and pick-up safer at Carlton South Public School.
This follows Council investigations into safety and traffic congestion along Ecole Street and Ecole Lane during busy school times. Observations included:
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Excessive vehicle queuing.
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Vehicles performing U-turns to access the kiss-and-ride zone.
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Vehicles stopping in traffic lanes or blocking residential driveways.
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Traffic congestion on Ecole Lane due to two-way traffic flow.
These conditions create safety concerns for pedestrians, including children, and drivers.
To improve safety, Council has introduced the following measures as part of a six-month trial starting 2 February 2026:
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Extension of the kiss-and-ride zone on Ecole Street to provide more spaces for student drop-off and pick-up.
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Timed left-turn restrictions on school days only:
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From Princes Highway into Ecole Street (8:00am–9:30am and 2:30pm–4:00pm on school days).
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From Ecole Street into Ecole Lane (8:00am–9:30am and 2:30pm–4:00pm on school days).
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The turning restrictions will allow Ecole Lane to operate one‑way eastbound and Ecole Street one‑way southbound. Together, these changes create a continuous one-way traffic flow that reduces dangerous movements and unnecessary U‑turns.
Council will monitor traffic and parking conditions during the six‑month trial, working with NSW Police and Council Rangers to ensure compliance.
At the end of the trial, the results will be reviewed to identify permanent safety solutions.
Georges River Council Mayor Elise Borg said, "The safety of our Georges River community is Council's top priority.
"These changes will enhance safety for school students, local residents, and drivers, while providing a smoother school drop-off and pick-up experience.
"I ask all community members to comply with the new traffic conditions to help keep everyone safe."
This trial relates only to traffic changes around Carlton South Public School and not the nearby traffic study into Jubilee Avenue, Park Road and the Princes Highway.
Council has been working with Transport for NSW to progress the traffic study. Traffic modelling has been completed and reviewed by TfNSW, who have requested Council investigate additional options.
Further consultation with the community will take place in April, following TfNSW approval of findings.
