New traffic signals at the Douglas Parade and Simcock Avenue intersection have been upgraded with the installation of new lighting.
The intersection now has left and right turning signals, pedestrian crossings and traffic islands including new lights and line markings.
According to the government the improved intersection will make it safer and easier to access Simcock Avenue.
Particularly for vehicles going onto the future outbound Hyde Street Ramp as part of the West Gate Tunnel Project.
Now that the intersection has changed, road-users are reminded to take extra care when driving through the area and be mindful of the changed traffic conditions.
Williamstown MP Melissa Horne said, “We’ve installed new traffic signals that will make local roads safer for cyclists, pedestrians and vehicles at the intersection.”
“We thank people for their patience and understanding with disruptions occurring while major upgrade works take place to significantly improve Victoria’s transport network.”
The government said once complete, the West Gate Tunnel Project will provide over 14km of new and upgraded walking and cycling paths, nearly 9 hectares of new open space, and enhanced waterways and wetlands.
New ramps are being built connecting Hyde Street directly to the West Gate Freeway to help remove around 9000 trucks a day from local roads and provide direct access to industry in the area.
