Monique Ryan (Kooyong, Independent) Share this | Hansard source

The Earl Street-Willsmere Road roundabout in Kew is one of the most dangerous intersections in the electorate of Kooyong. For decades, local residents have raised strong concerns about the risks that this roundabout poses. Boroondara council's transport team found that, during peak hour, a car enters the roundabout every 2.6 seconds. With no safe pedestrian crossing and no signalisation, it is extremely difficult and unsafe for families with prams, kids walking to school, older residents, people with a disability, cyclists and commuters who are simply trying to move safely around their community. The Willsmere Road roundabout represents a fatality waiting to happen. The Boroondara council has developed a good plan to address the risks by signalising the intersection, and they have nominated the site for federal funding under the Black Spot Program. Repeatedly, both the Boroondara council and I have written in support of this plan to the Victorian and federal ministers responsible, asking for urgent action. All levels of government have to work together to ensure timely action and protect the safety of the people of Kew. It is time for action on the Willsmere Road roundabout.

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