21 September, 2022
First Roundabout For Allora
A new roundabout is being installed in the centre of Allora to improve safety and address community concerns.
The Southern Queens-land Regional Director for Transport and Main Roads, Bill Lansbury said there had been several crashes at the Forde and Warwick streets intersection in recent years.
“An analysis of the crash history highlighted the need to improve safety at the intersection for both town-based traffic and traffic travelling through the town,” Mr Lansbury said.
“Earlier this year we reduced the speed limit for Warwick Street, formally known as Dalrymple Creek Road, from 60km/h to 50km/h.
“The proposed round-about will further improve safety by introducing consistent give-way controls and moderating traffic speed.
“Motorists from every direction will slow down as they approach the intersection and give way to vehicles on the roundabout.
“This will be a change from traffic on Forde Street having right of way at the intersection.
“The roundabout’s cen-tral island will be small and easy for motorists to navigate, including heavy vehicles approved for this route.”
The Queensland Gov-ernment is investing about $400,000 through the Targeted Road Safety Program to deliver this cost-effective, high-benefit, minor, road safety project.
TMR would like to hear feedback from the Allora community on 4639 0777 or Downs.SWR@tmr.qld.gov.au
