The Nationals Member for Gippsland Darren Chester has urged locals and visitors travelling the region to stay safe on Gippsland’s roads during the upcoming school holiday break, as roadworks continue across the region.
While the new roundabout in Cann River is open to traffic, streetscaping work in the town is continuing as part of $10 million worth of upgrades to the Monaro Highway.
“The final road surfacing works on the roundabout will be undertaken when the streetscaping works are finished,” Mr Chester said.
“There will be new safe areas for pedestrians to cross the Princes Highway and Ward Street will be converted to a one-way street.
“A new truck stop is being constructed at the United petrol station, while work to build and seal highway shoulders between Nowa Nowa and the New South Wales border will be done before the end of this year.”
Mr Chester said there was record investment in road upgrades across Gippsland, and he encouraged motorists to allow extra time for road works.
“The Federal Government is investing heavily in road safety across Gippsland, with works underway along the Princes Highway, Monaro Highway, Great Alpine Road, Hyland Highway and South Gippsland Highway,” Mr Chester said.
“While the long-term benefits are obvious, it does mean roadworks and delays during the school holidays. There will also be more traffic on the roads, including many vehicles towing boats and caravans.
“So allow extra time to travel, take regular breaks and respect speed limits.
