Thursday, 16 September 2021

Armstrongs Road–Railway Parade intersection, Seaford, traffic management

Ms KILKENNY (Carrum) (6029)

My adjournment matter is for the Minister for Transport Infrastructure.

And the action I seek is for the minister to provide an update on when the traffic signals at the intersection of Armstrongs Road and Railway Parade in Seaford will be finally switched on.

The signalling upgrade at this intersection is part of the Andrews Labor government’s Level Crossing Removal Project, removing 20 level crossings on the Frankston line—including at Seaford Road, Eel Race Road and Station Street, Carrum.

I was delighted to let my local community know that this government had committed to significant works to upgrade and signalise this notorious intersection, which sits adjacent to the Armstrongs Road level crossing, with the inclusion of traffic lights to create a safer connection for locals and more accessible and safer access for pedestrians and cyclists. Work started last year, and the lights have been installed but have not yet been switched on.

I know for local residents this is a really important safety upgrade. We’ve seen a number of accidents here over the years. And I want to sincerely thank my local community for their advocacy and commitment to better safety and accessibility for everyone who uses this intersection.

Importantly, the signals will also include signals for the shared-use path that runs alongside the train line between Seaford and Carrum that was constructed as part of the Level Crossing Removal Project, helping cyclists and pedestrians cross Armstrongs Road more safely and promoting the use of active and healthy alternative transport modes.

Minister, I know my local community is very keen for an update on when the lights will be switched on and we look forward to receiving that.