Published on Thursday, 18 September 2025 at 2:19:00 PM
The Shire of Bridgetown-Greenbushes conducts a traffic counter and speed monitoring program which applies the traffic tubes to local roads based on an annual program working to assess all local roads.
The program ensures that all roads are assessed and monitored with the data being applied to asset management, planning and development, identifying road upgrade requirements and funding applications.
Through the program, the Shire captures data including vehicle speed, traffic volumes and types of vehicles using the road, aiming to monitor road capacity, speed and gain accurate and reliable data.
This data is used to monitor the local network and identify streets which have a speeding issue as these can be forwarded onto local police. The data is also used to determine if infrastructure interventions are required, identify roads where traffic volumes are exceeding limits and upgrades may be required or to assist in forward planning and budget allocation.
Reliable and accurate road safety data is essential in planning effective safety policy and treatments and monitoring performance. Collecting vehicle speed and volume data assists the Shire to correctly identify problem areas, risk factors and priority areas, formulate strategic plans, appropriate actions and monitor performance over time.[1]
Through the application of this program the Shire captures vehicle travel speed data which is all sent to the local police who can use this to plan their enforcement program on streets identified with speeding issues. The Shire has built a strong partnership with the local station and the provision of this information can prompt quick and effective targeted speed enforcement.
Enforcement is a key element for reducing fatal and serious injuries. When implemented well, enforcement and the threat of fines and potential loss of licence act to deter road users from participating in risky behaviour.
[1] Road Safety Toolkit, Road Safety Data. https://toolkit.irap.org/management/road-safety-data/, December 2024.
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