The Australian and Victorian Governments have announced an upgrade to the intersection of Northern Highway (High Street) and Watson Street in Wallan - helping provide smoother journeys, improved travel times and increased safety for drivers in Melbourne's north.
The Northern Highway Intersection Upgrade will see additional lanes built on the Northern Highway in both directions at the intersection of High Street and Watson Street, and a second right-turn lane from Watson Street into the Wallan township, making it easier for drivers to move through the area.
This project is part of the Watson Street Interchange Upgrade, which will deliver new entry and exit ramps to create a full diamond interchange where Watson Street meets the Hume Freeway.
The ramps will give locals new connections to the Hume Freeway, helping them avoid congestion where the Northern Highway intersects the Hume Highway further south.
The new ramps at the Hume Highway south of Watson Street and now the intersection upgrade at Watson Street and the Northern Highway (High Street) will significantly improve access for people travelling in, out of and around Wallan.
Pedestrians and cyclists will also benefit from the upgrade, with the existing shared-use path along Watson Street upgraded, and new street lighting and signage to be installed.
Early works on the Northern Highway Intersection will be delivered by Ace Infrastructure and are scheduled to begin in March, with major construction expected to start by April this year.
The $175 million Watson Street Interchange Upgrade and Northern Highway Intersection Upgrade works are funded with a $90 million from the Federal Government and $85 million from the State Government.
