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27 April 2025
Proposed Variable Speed Zone adjustments on Beaufort Street
Residents of Inglewood are invited to share their feedback on a proposal to adjust the Variable Speed Zone (VSZ) on Beaufort Street, between Central Avenue and Crawley Street.
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Last update date: 20 May 2025
The City of Stirling maintains over 1,000km of road and 900km of footpaths. We are committed to providing a well-connected, safe, and accessible network of roads for our residents and visitors. To achieve this, the City is continually assessing and reviewing the functionality of our road systems to identify areas for improvement.
We are committed to providing a safe and accessible network this includes an annual program of construction, maintenance and renewal to keep our traffic and transport networks functioning as safely and efficiently as possible.
The City has an annual program of civil works to be undertaken in road reserves. Civil works include modifications, construction, upgrades and resurfacing within the road reserve.
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Project update
The consultation on the proposal to improve safety at the intersection of Wordsworth Avenue and Alexander Drive, Yokine is now closed.
357 responses were received during the consultation period, with 86% opposing and 14% supporting the proposal. Local feedback highlighted concerns relating to local area traffic diversions, increased commute time, and difficultly accessing the Stirling Leisure Centre.
A report detailing the results of the consultation will be presented to the Community & Resources Committee Meeting to be held on 19 August 2025 for consideration.
Project background
Residents of Yokine are invited to provide feedback on a proposal to improve safety at the intersection of Wordsworth Avenue and Alexander Drive, Yokine.
Safety review
The City of Stirling is dedicated to enhancing the safety of the local road network and reducing road-related incidents.
A recent safety review of the intersection examined crash patterns, intersection movements, and pedestrian access. It also assessed the feasibility of potential traffic treatments such as traffic lights, a dual-lane roundabout, and restrictions on right-turn movements.
For further information, including a review of other traffic treatments considered, please see the Minutes for Council Meeting of 4 February 2025 linked below.
Findings
Analysis of crash data from 2013 to 2017 revealed the intersection previously experienced up to 21 crashes. Over the last decade, this has steadily decreased with 12 reported crashes between 2019 and 2023. In terms of crash frequency, this intersection ranks 146th among all intersections across the City and 44th among all unsignalised intersections.
Proposed traffic treatments
Due to the low frequency of crashes, installing traffic signals is unlikely to gain approval from Main Roads WA.
While the intersection is sizeable, there is insufficient space within the road reserve for a dual-lane roundabout. Additionally, the differing levels between Alexander Drive carriageways and adjacent verges present significant construction challenges.
The study concluded that the most practical solution to reduce crashes, while minimising the impact on traffic redistribution in the area, is to restrict the right turn from Wordsworth Avenue to Alexander Drive (southbound). See plan linked below for details.
Key benefits of the proposal include:
- Restricting the right-hand turn will be effective in reducing crashes at the intersection
- Reduced east-bound traffic on Wordsworth Avenue.
Phase: Consultation closed (28 April to 19 May)
Council Report Minutes: 4 Feburary 2025
View plan: Wordsworth Avenue and Alexander Drive, Yokine - Road Safety Upgrade
View report: View the consultation report
Project update
The consultation on the proposal to adjust the Variable Speed Zone (VSZ) hours on Beaufort Street, Inglewood – is now closed.
240 responses were received during the consultation period, with 75% opposing and 25% supporting the proposal. Local feedback highlighted the impact on pedestrians, safety concerns, effects on local businesses, risk of accidents and negative impact on the community's vibrancy and walkability as important considerations.
The City has decided not to proceed with the proposed adjustment so the VSZ timings remain operational from 7.30am to 10.00pm from Monday to Sunday.
Project background
Local residents are invited to provide feedback on a proposal to modify the Variable Speed Zone (VSZ) on Beaufort Street, between Central Avenue and Crawford Street in Inglewood.
Currently, the 40 km/h speed limit is in effect from 7.30am to 10.00pm daily, with a 60km/h speed limit at all other times. Council is considering a proposal to adjust the VSZ hours to operate from 7.30am to 7.00pm daily, meaning the speed limit would revert back to 60km/h after 7.00pm.
Key points to consider for this proposal include:
Traffic impact analysis: Traffic surveys indicate an average weekday traffic volume of 20,280 vehicles per day on Beaufort Street. Approximately 90% of traffic occurs between 7.00am to 10.00pm and reducing the 40km/h VSZ to end at 7.00pm would affect about 11% of the daily volume (approximately 2 200 vehicles per day).
Crash data review: between 7.00pm and 10.00pm, 11% of daily total traffic occurs but only 7% of crashes occur during this time. This suggests that the 40km/h VSZ has been effective in reducing the crash rate below the average rate per hour.
Travel time: For a vehicle travelling the full 950m section of Beaufort Street under free flow conditions, the additional travel time between travelling at 60km/h and 40km/h is only 29 seconds.
For further information, including background and potential impacts, please view the Minutes of the Council Meeting held on 4 March 2025.
We are seeking to listen to the community’s feedback on the proposal.
Phase: Consultation closed (28 April to 19 May 2025)
Report: View the consultation report
Project update
The consultation on the Proposed restricted street parking - Third Avenue (Beaufort Street to John Street) is now closed.
The proposal to prohibit street parking on bin collection days (Thursdays) was supported by the majority of respondents.
New signage indicating the changes to parking restrictions will be installed in May 2025.
Project background
Residents on Third Avenue have raised concerns regarding parked cars obstructing access to bins for collection on Thursdays.
In response, the City is proposing to prohibit street parking on bin collection days between 6.00 am to 3.00 pm on Thursdays only.
It is proposed that signage would be installed to inform residents of the change, with penalties applying to those who park in contravention of the signage.
As a local, we are seeking to listen to the community’s feedback on this proposal.
Submissions will be considered by Officers in their decision-making process and the outcomes of consultation will be shared on this page.
Phase: Consultation finalised
Project update
The consultation on the Rawlins Street and Powis Street - Road Safety Upgrade is now closed.
Correspondence was sent to ~288 households identified as being impacted by the proposal. The proposal received support from 50% of survey respondents.
The City intends to proceed with the proposed safety modifications to the Rawlins Street & Powis Street intersection as part of the major intersection upgrade of Harborne Street, Jon Sanders Drive and Powis Street, subject to funding.
An application will be submitted to Main Roads WA for a Metropolitan Regional Road Group - Road Improvement Grant. If successful, work would commence in the 2026/27 financial year.
Project background
Concerns raised by the community about pedestrian and vehicle safety at the intersection of Powis Street, Harborne Street, and Jon Sanders Drive have led Main Roads WA, the City of Stirling and the Town of Cambridge to plan a major upgrade. Scheduled to commence in 2026/27, the project aims to enhance safety for vehicles and pedestrians and improve traffic flow.
The project will include a new eastbound lane on Powis Street, creating three eastbound lanes approaching the freeway.
In preparation for the upgrade the City has undertaken a road safety review of the surrounding area. Connecting roads have been assessed to identify opportunities for improving safety throughout the area.
Rawlins Street and Powis Street intersection
Crash data for the intersection of Rawlins Street and Powis Street reveals there have been six right-turn crashes since January 2020.
To improve safety, the City is proposing to prevent right turns from Rawlins Street into Powis Street. Vehicles will still be able to right turn into Rawlins Street from Powis Street.
Key benefits of the proposal include:
Reduced southbound traffic on Rawlins Street
Improved pedestrian safety when crossing Rawlins Street
Enhanced traffic flow at the intersection
Community feedback and support are important to us. We invite you to share your thoughts on the proposal.
Submissions will help shape the City’s application for funding to the State Government, and residents who lodge a submission will be kept updated on the outcomes.
Local residents will receive correspondence inviting them to participate in the consultation process.
Phase: Consultation finalised
View plans: Proposed intersection upgrade Rawlins Street and Powis Street
Project update
The consultation on the North Beach Road and Erindale Road – Road Safety Upgrade is now closed.
262 responses were received during the consultation period, with 53% opposing and 33% supporting the proposal. Local feedback highlighted that pedestrian and cyclist safety, as well as traffic flow and congestion at the intersection is a priority.
The City has decided not to proceed with the proposed roundabout and is exploring the option of modifying the traffic signals to include a signalised right-hand turn for North Beach Road for eastbound traffic. This modification aims to enhance safety for both vehicle and pedestrian at the intersection.
The projected crash-related cost savings from this modification are estimated at $900,000. These savings account for vehicle and infrastructure damage, medical treatment, emergency services, and productivity losses.
Project background
Local residents are invited to provide feedback on a proposal to improve safety at the intersection of Erindale Road and North Beach Road, Gwelup.
The City of Stirling is committed to reducing road-related incidents by enhancing the safety of the local road network. Through the City’s 2024 Local Convos series, residents highlighted safety concerns at this intersection as a key priority.
This intersection qualifies as a Black Spot location, having recorded 32 crashes from 2020-2024 according to Main Roads WA crash data, including two collisions resulting in hospitalisations and 10 additional crashes requiring medical attention.
The City’s proposed upgrades involve replacing the existing traffic signals with a dual-lane roundabout to improve safety, enhance traffic flow and reduce collision risks, including a cut-through crossing for pedestrians.
An initial analysis for the intersection indicates that a roundabout would be significantly more effective in reducing crashes compared to modifying the existing traffic signals by removing the right-turn filter. Pedestrian data collected by the City at the intersection showed a low usage by the community.
Main Roads WA has assessed the effectiveness of different treatments in reducing crash frequency and severity, with their analysis showing that a roundabout will provide the greatest overall safety benefit to the community.
This would deliver an expected crash-related cost savings of $5.7 million, compared to a $900,000 crash-related cost savings by removing the right-turn filter. Crash cost savings are not just savings associated with damage to vehicles and infrastructure but also factor in costs associated with medical treatment for injuries, emergency services costs, and loss of productivity and income.
The City intends to apply for State and Federal Government Black Spot funding to finance the project, this is a competitive process based on the cost relative to expected crash cost savings. All applications for this program are independently assessed by Main Roads WA based on merit.
Key benefits of the proposal include:
- Additional median islands with level cut-through crossings for pedestrians, bikes, prams etc.
- Extended footpath from Mews Entrance to the north of the roundabout
- Separate left-turn lanes north and south of the roundabout
- Landscaping throughout.
As a local resident, your feedback is essential in shaping the project. Submissions received will help finalise the City’s proposal to the State Government and locals who lodge a submission will be kept informed of the outcomes.
Phase: Consultation finalised
Report: North Beach Road and Erindale - Road Safety Upgrade Consultation Report
View plans: Road safety upgrade - Intersection of Erindale Road and North Beach Road
Work to significantly enhance the safety and usability of the intersection at Main Street, Hutton Street and Royal Street will commence soon.
In collaboration with Main Roads WA, the City is planning to enhance the intersection at Main Street, Hutton Street and Royal Streets. We aim to create a safer and more accessible environment for vehicles and pedestrians. The project is part of the State Government’s WA Recovery Plan and aligns with their commitment to invest in road projects that create and support local jobs and local businesses.
The enhancements are an important step toward realising the vision for the Main Street Centre to become a vibrant and welcoming space that people choose to frequently visit. This vision is underpinned by the Main Street Local Development Plan and the Main Street Urban Design Strategy which were developed following extensive community consultation.
The project will be delivered in two stages, prioritising pedestrian safety and comfort to positively contribute and add to the vitality and ‘village feel’ of the area. For more information, please visit the Main Street, Hutton Street and Royal Street Intersection project page.
FAQs
Anyone can nominate a ‘black spot’ for funding. Nominations for locations are invited from state and territory governments, local councils, community groups and associations, road user groups, industry and individuals. Find out more at the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Develpment, Communiations and the Arts.
Funding is mainly available for the treatment of Black Spot sites, or road lengths, with a proven history of crashes.
The program recognises that there are road locations that could be considered as accidents ‘waiting to happen.’ Some program funds may be used to treat sites where a Road Safety Audit, undertaken by road traffic engineers, identifies that remedial work is necessary, allowing for proactive safety works to be implemented before an accident happens.
As part of the consultation process, it is important that the City gain community support prior to applying for project funding.
The City will consider all the submissions during the community consultation and report on findings within the submission process.
Traffic and road safety programs
All requests regarding road safety issues and traffic assessments on local roads are managed by the City and evaluated under the City’s Traffic Management Warrants Policy. The policy ensures requests can be prioritised based on a range of safety and amenity factors including traffic volumes, travel speeds, crash history, road geometry, road users and activity generators.
Traffic counters provide the City with data on vehicle speed and volume and are installed as part of either the City’s ongoing traffic monitoring program, assessing developments or road changes or in response to resident concerns of speed and/or volumes along a road.
Maintenance of roads is partly funded by rates, with additional support provided through various road safety programs and grants funded by the federal and state governments.
The Black Spot Program directly targets hazardous roads with a proven crash history or locations identified as high-risk. In collaboration with Main Roads WA, the National and State Government funded program provides grants to make eligible local streets safer through community-led traffic calming initiatives. Treatments can include roundabouts and/or traffic signals.
The City’s success in obtaining Black Spot Program funding for projects within our road network has had a positive impact on the overall reduction of crashes.
The City of Stirling is currently working in collaboration with Main Roads WA to improve the safety of local roads and intersections.
In line with the City’s aim to provide safe roads and road systems, the City of Stirling and Main Roads WA have been working collaboratively on the Urban Road Safety Program (URSP) to improve the safety of local roads and intersections.
The URSP actively identifies and prioritises local neighbourhood areas with a higher-than-average casualty crash history. Generally applied area wide or with a whole of street approach, design and construction of these road treatments aim to address these issues by implementing a safe road environment which, when combined with appropriate travel speeds, will reduce the number and severity of crashes.
The URSP typically uses low-cost compact road safety treatments with the aim of reducing vehicle speeds and crashes in an area wide scheme that provides excellent value to the community.
For more information, please visit the Urban Road Safety Program project page.
Kerbing, verges and crossovers
Kerbing reinstatement
Where required, existing kerbing affected by the works is replaced to City standards with a semi-mountable type profile. Different profiles may be used where justified. The resident is requested to avoid driving over the fresh concrete kerb for at least three days.
House numbers on kerbs
Existing painted house numbers affected by the works will be re-painted onto the new kerb where requested by the resident at the City's cost by an authorised contractor.
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Reticulation/sprinkler systems
Following construction, existing functioning reticulation systems affected by the works will be reinstated by the City's contractor at no cost to the resident. Please test and notify the City of any damage within two weeks of completion of work on the verge. It is advisable to test your reticulation systems 24 hours after any concrete works have been completed to allow the concrete to set.
Plants
Where existing plants are likely to be impacted by the works it is responsibility of the adjoining owner/occupier to make arrangements for them to be removed, stored, watered and replanted at the completion of the project.
Hard stand verges
The City will reinstate hardstand areas (brick paving, bitumen and in-situ concrete) in the verge affected by the works and will endeavour to match existing materials where reasonable, safe and legal. Reinstatement works will allow a clearance of 2m away from street trees.
Trees
The City values its trees and will protect them during the works including possible ground level adjustments for existing tree roots.
Reticulated lawn area
The City will reinstate lawn areas affected by the works with roll on turf where the width of the disturbed area is greater than 500mm. For widths 500mm or less, the disturbed area will be backfilled with clean yellow sand. The City will reinstate verge treatments that have been authorised and approved by the City but will not be responsible for reinstatement of verge treatments that are not of approved materials.
Non-reticulated lawn area
The City will reinstate lawn areas affected by the works with grass runners or grass planted randomly where the disturbed area has a width of greater than 500mm. For widths 500mm or less the City will backfill the disturbed areas with clean yellow sand.
Artificial/synthetic lawn area
The City will temporarily remove any artificial turf in the verge/footpath that may be impacted by the works and put it back to its original position after completion of the works. Whilst the City will take care not to damage the synthetic turf, the City will not undertake any reinstatements of illegal materials.
Mulch
The City will reinstate organic mulch on the verge that is affected by the works.
Informal crossovers
Where it is clear an alternative informal vehicle access is occurring into a property and is affected by the works the City will install a 600mm wide concrete apron within the affected kerb.
Concrete crossovers
The City will reinstate concrete crossovers that are affected by the works. The minimum reinstatement will be the removal and replacement of the first 2.05m from the front of the kerb to suit new road levels. For the first six (6) days after the concrete is poured, the resident is requested to avoid driving over the splays or edges of the crossover. Driving through the centre of the crossover splays is allowed after 3 days.
Asphalt/bitumen crossovers
Asphalt or bitumen crossovers affected by the works will be reinstated by the City. Depending on the level of impact of the works and the new road levels, the City will replace the existing asphalt or bitumen crossover with a standard grey concrete crossover. This usually occurs where the impact is greater than 1.0m from the front of the kerb line.
Brick paved crossovers
Brick paving disturbed by the City shall be reinstated to tie in with the new works. Excess brick pavers shall be removed and disposed of by the City without cost to the owner/occupier. If you would like to retain excess brick pavers, please contact the City’s representative, as shown in the notification letter prior to the commencement of construction works.
Due to problems associated with matching colours, the non-availability of some older style pavers, and potential level differences, a 600mm wide concrete apron will be provided at the road edge for the full width of the crossover. Brick paved crossovers on the new footpath alignment will be replaced with grey concrete to match the new path and to maintain the continuity and visual delineation of the new footpath.
Apron Installation
For local roads, new 600mm wide concrete apron may be installed to existing brick-paved driveways at no cost to owners or occupiers. The apron will be installed at the road edge for the full width of the crossover in varying depth to address potential level differences.
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Non-standard crossovers
The City will only reinstate non-standard crossovers affected by the works with standard grey concrete crossovers to a minimum distance of 2.05m from the front of the kerb. This will tie in with existing or possible future footpaths to maintain visual continuity of the footpath and in accordance with the City’s Crossover Policy.
For more information, or to receive this information in an alternate format, please contact the City on (08) 9205 8555 or visit www.stirling.wa.gov.au/enquiry.
