Wednesday, 18 February 2026

 Sonja TERPSTRA (North-Eastern Metropolitan) (18:28): (2325) I rise this evening to raise a matter for the attention of the Minister for Roads and Road Safety regarding road safety in Warrandyte. The action I seek is for the minister to outline what steps the government is taking to make the roads of Warrandyte safer and how these measures will deliver lasting safety improvements for the community.

I acknowledge the work of the Albanese Labor government and the Allan Labor government in prioritising road safety through investment, planning and community consultation. I also acknowledge the advocacy of Gabriel Ng MP, the member for Menzies, and Matthew Gregg MP, the member for Deakin, who have worked with me and the community to elevate local road safety concerns at the Commonwealth level.

I welcome the reduction of the speed limit on Ringwood-Warrandyte Road between Kendall Road and Harding Road, which took effect on 5 December 2025. This change followed strong community feedback in response to a high-speed traffic environment and concerns about safety and was supported by Victoria Police, Manningham City Council and local bus operators. I also note the ongoing planning for safety improvements at the Warrandyte Five Ways intersection. Together these initiatives reflect a coordinated approach to improving safety for motorcyclists, cyclists, pedestrians and local residents.