Overview
This stage of the project extends 3.5kms between Reserve Road in Charlemont and Lake Road in Armstrong Creek.
As part of this upgrade, we will:
- add new lanes on Barwon Heads Road between Reserve Road in Charlemont and Lake Road in Armstrong Creek
- upgrade intersections at Warralily Boulevard, Central Boulevard and Precinct Road
- install new traffic lights at Newport Drive and Boundary Road
- install new pedestrian crossings with traffic lights
- build new shared walking and cycling paths and dedicated on road cycling lanes
- install new street lighting, road signage, drainage and landscaping.
Benefits
Once complete, the upgrade will:
- build on the benefits delivered by the upgrade of Barwon Heads Road between Settlement and Reserve roads (Stage 1 completed mid-2023)
- provide more reliable journeys for around 35,000 motorists each day
- improve safety and traffic flow
- provide better access to public transport
- make it easier and safer to walk and cycle in the area.
