The Victorian Government is finally taking action on a key intersection in Mildura.
Member for Mildura, Jade Benham, says that she is pleased to announce that after persistent advocacy, the Department of Transport and Planning (DTP) is finally taking action at Deakin Avenue and Sixteenth Street, even though The Allan Labor Government continues to cut funding to regional roads.
The Nationals Member for Mildura, Jade Benham says that, DTP regularly receives requests for road infrastructure improvements, but too often, these are shelved or delayed.
“The safety record of the intersection of Deakin Avenue and Sixteenth Street has made it impossible to ignore, and I’m relieved that a plan is now in motion to upgrade the site by early 2025” the local member said.
“This intersection has been a concern for our community for far too long, with increasing traffic volumes, pedestrian activity, and a safety history that demands urgent attention.”
Mildura Rural City Council started conversations with the Victorian Government over traffic management in the vicinity when the plans for the Mildura Sporting Precinct were first drawn up.
DTP will work with the Mildura Rural City Council to determine the best solution, but at this stage another round-about sounds unlikely.
