Kiama Council will commence the installation of permanent Active Warning Signs along two notoriously hazardous roads – Jamberoo Mountain Road and Swamp Road from 24 - 28 November. A total of seven high-visibility LED signs will be installed, with four located on Jamberoo Mountain Road and three on Jamberoo Road near Swamp Road.
Council appreciates the funding provided through the Office of Local Government and the Department of Regional NSW's Infrastructure Betterment Fund. These new signs will deliver real-time updates to drivers, displaying critical alerts such as "Road Closed" or "One Lane Ahead." This will help motorists make informed decisions before reaching hazardous or impassable sections of the road.
Both roads are well known for their frequent closures due to severe weather events, including flooding and landslips. As both routes are narrow and winding, it often leaves little to no safe opportunity to turn around once a hazard is encountered, putting drivers at unnecessary risk.
Mayor Cameron McDonald welcomed the project.
"This is a smart and long-overdue investment in public safety. These signs will give residents and visitors advance warning, avoiding hours of frustration and risk on some of our most challenging roads."
"We know how dangerous Jamberoo Mountain Road and Swamp Road can be during heavy rain or after storms. These new signs will mean people can avoid driving into trouble in the first place," Cr McDonald said.
Unlike temporary signage, these permanently installed LED displays are always on standby and can be remotely updated, ensuring accurate and consistent communication, which is particularly critical during rapidly changing weather conditions.
"It's all about giving people the information they need to make safer decisions - especially when dealing with roads that can become dangerous very quickly," Cr McDonald said.
Residents are encouraged to check live traffic updates before travelling on high-risk routes, especially during or after heavy rainfall, and to always follow the warnings displayed on the signs.
This project forms part of Kiama Council's ongoing commitment to improving safety, reducing risk, and keeping the community better informed during adverse weather events
