Feedback leads to pedestrian crossing changes

Published on 09 August 2024

Newly installed pedestrian crossings at the Firebrace and McLachlan Streets roundabout will soon be re-designed following community consultation.

Feedback, including from HRCC’s Disability Advisory Committee, has highlighted concerns about the humps in the wombat crossings, which pose challenges for people pushing prams or using mobility scooters.

To address these concerns, Council will implement the following changes:

• Remove Raised Humps: Replace the wombat crossings with road-level zebra crossings.
• Install Speed Cushions: Place speed cushions before the zebra crossings to slow down approaching cars.
• Enhance Signage and Awareness: Improve signage with “give way to pedestrian” signs and consider installing flashing lights.

The advisory committee also emphasised the need for further education on road rules:

• Cars must give way to pedestrians on the crossings both when approaching and exiting the roundabouts.
• It is legal to wait within the roundabout to ensure motorists give way to pedestrians.

The design changes are scheduled to take place within the next two to three weeks.