Published on Saturday, 13 December 2025 at 9:12:00 AM
The Shire of Dardanup has recently completed a series of intersection upgrades along Eaton Drive to address long-standing road safety concerns, improving traffic flow and reduce complexity along this busy corridor.
This project reflects the Shire’s commitment to safer, more efficient road infrastructure through strategic planning and investment. Rather than treating intersections individually, a corridor-wide approach was adopted to deliver coordinated improvements across multiple sites, reducing conflict points and enhancing safety for all road users.
Why the Upgrades Were Needed
Since 2020, the Shire has been investigating safety and operational issues along Eaton Drive, particularly around the Hamilton Road / Eaton Drive / Council Drive roundabout. The close proximity of the Hands Avenue intersection to this roundabout was identified as a major contributor to traffic complexity and vehicle conflict. Following detailed studies, design development and community consultation, a plan was endorsed to implement targeted treatments aimed at reducing risk and improving overall network performance.
What has Been Done
- Signalisation of Glenhoun Boulevard
The intersection was upgraded with traffic signals to improve control and reduce crash risks. Pedestrian crossings were also added to prioritise safety for vulnerable road users.
- New Cudliss Street intersection
A new intersection was constructed further from the roundabout to reduce conflict and provide clearer, safer vehicle movements. Key features include:
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- A right-hand turn lane with median upgrades allowing single turning movements only across traffic.
- A dedicated turning pocket on Eaton Drive so vehicles can slow down safely without disrupting through traffic.
- Closure of Hands Avenue access to Eaton Drive to reduce conflict near the roundabout.
- Watson Street cul-de-sac and pedestrian crossings
Watson Street was closed at Cudliss Street to support the new intersection. Works also included a re-aligned footpath, new pram ramps and upgraded median break to enhance pedestrian safety.
- Pre-deflection of Eaton Dr on the approach to the Hamilton Rd roundabout
This was included in the scope of works to both slow traffic speed on the approach to the roundabout and provide a wider pedestrian refuge in the Eaton Drive median.
- Left-out only treatment at Hamilton Road and Anne Street
Restrictions on turning movements will simplify traffic flow and reduce potential conflict points. These works will be commenced at later date.
The Benefits
By taking a corridor-wide approach, the project is expected to:
- Reduce traffic complexity and conflict near the roundabout.
- Improve safety for all road users.
- Enhance traffic flow and operational efficiency along Eaton Drive.
- Minimise high-risk turning movements through targeted design treatments.
The Shire of Dardanup remains committed to evidence-based planning and coordinated design to deliver safer, more integrated mobility for the community.
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