The Baillieu Coalition has delivered on its pre-election promise to make a Wantirna intersection safer.
Bayswater MP Heidi Victoria has hailed the upgrade of the intersection at Coleman Rd and Stud Rd as a win for safety.
Vicroads has installed a right-turn arrow to allow motorists to turn into Stud Rd without running the risk to colliding with oncoming traffic.
"Prior to this upgrade, drivers had to edge their way into the intersection to get a clear view of traffic coming in the opposite direction. This made for a perilous situation and resulted in a number of crashes.
"A dedicated right-turn phase in the signal sequence also provides more certainty at the crossing for pedestrians." Mrs Victoria said.
Mrs Victoria hosted a public consultation session with Vicroads last February to discuss options for the intersection and said the final outcome is the best fit for all concerned.
"Safety was the number one priority of this project but we also had to be mindful of the impact a turning arrow would have on the traffic flow along Stud Rd.
"Vicroads has done an excellent job finding a solution to suit the needs of all users of this intersection
"This wasn’t a massive project in terms of cost but it was important to local residents and traders. I committed to making this intersection safer when I was elected in 2006 and I am delighted with this outcome.
"I look forward to seeing other projects on the governments agenda delivered during this term of government." Mrs Victoria said.
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