We’re adding an extra lane on Childs Road between Beaumont Crescent and Prince of Wales Avenue, replacing the roundabout at Bowman Drive to traffic lights and building a new bridge over Darebin Creek.

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Overview

As part of the Childs Road Upgrade, we’ll:

  • add an extra lane in each direction between Beaumont Crescent and Prince of Wales Avenue
  • upgrade the roundabout to traffic lights at Bowman Drive
  • build a new bridge over Darebin Creek and upgrade the existing bridge
  • add a pedestrian operated traffic light to the crossing at the left turn from Dalton Road onto Childs Road
  • build new shared walking and cycling paths
  • install safety barriers along the road.

Benefits

This upgrade will:

  • improve traffic flow and travel times
  • make it easier and safer for you to walk or cycle around your local area
  • lower the risk and severity of crashes by adding safety barriers.
Childs Road planned upgrade map

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Watch the video to see an overview of the planned upgrade for Childs Road.

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Use the Childs Road Upgrade interactive map to find out more details about the project. Click on the icons for more information.

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Sub-contractor approaches

Local traders looking to provide services for the Childs Road Upgrade can email us or call on 1800 105 105.

Factsheets

Project overview factsheet in various languages.

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Early works starting Jan 2021

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