- Open date
16 February 2026
Last update date: 18 February 2026
The intersection at Jon Sanders Drive, Powis Street and Harborne Street is set to undergo a major upgrade to address community concerns about pedestrian and vehicle safety.
Main Roads WA, the City of Stirling and the Town of Cambridge have collaborated to plan this significant project, which aims to enhance safety for both vehicles and pedestrians and improve traffic flow.
The project elements and benefits are:
- New red/green pedestrian crossing lights on all approaches: Making it safer and easier for pedestrians to cross
- Additional lanes: Extra lanes on Jon Sanders Drive and Powis Street will help reduce congestion and improve efficiency
- Improved turning lanes: Dedicated turning lanes on Jon Sanders Drive and Harborne Street will make turning movements smoother and safer
- Updated traffic signals: Implementing a "double diamond" phasing system and modern traffic signals will enhance intersection efficiency
- New shared path: Constructing a 3-metre-wide shared path will connect Rawlins Street to the Mitchell Freeway Principal Shared Path, improving access for people walking and riding.
The project is primarily funded the through the State Metropolitan Regional Roads Group (MRRG) Road Improvement grants program, with two thirds contributed by MRRG. The remaining third will be shared equally between the Town of Cambridge and the City of Stirling. Formal approval of funding is expected in August 2026. Once approved, construction will begin in 2026/2027.
Project timeline
2025
Detailed design
2025
Regulatory approvals
2026
Final approval of design
2026
Procurement
2026
Enabling works (relocation of existing infrastructure assets)
2027
Construction commencement
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The City of Stirling, Town of Cambridge and Main Roads WA are delivering this project to enhance the safety and improve how people move through the area. The upgrades will provide safer access for vehicles, pedestrians and bike riders, while also improving overall traffic flow through the intersection.
- New red/green pedestrian crossing lights on all approaches
- Updated traffic signals phasing to enhance traffic flow
- Additional lanes on Jon Sanders Drive and Powis Street to improve efficiency
- Dedicated turning lanes on Jon Sanders Drive and Harborne Street
- New 3-metre-wide shared path connecting Rawlins Street to the Mitchell Freeway shared path
- Closure of right turn out of Rawlins Street
- Removal of right turn from Jon Sanders Drive into the shopping centre
- Additional landscaping, any trees removed will be replaced at a ratio of 5:1 within the local area.
Work is expected to commence in 2027, pending contractor availability.
Some road closures may be required and will be carried out at night to minimise disruption. To reduce impacts on local businesses and visitors, any necessary closures will take place outside standard business hours. Access to the petrol station and nearby shops will remain open throughout construction, and all businesses will continue to be accessible by both car and foot. Where bus stop upgrades are required, temporary stops wil be installed to maintain service.
For further information, contact Engineering Services on (08) 9285 8555 or visit www.stirling.wa.gov.au/enquiry.
