Source: Government of Western Australia
Residents in Girrawheen will soon benefit from a suite of road safety upgrades designed to reduce crashes and improve safety on local streets.
The suburb has been selected for improvements under the Main Roads WA’s Urban Road Safety Program.
The works will include 30 raised plateaux, 13 mid-block speed humps and three wombat crossings aimed at slowing traffic, improving driver behaviour to make streets safer for pedestrians, cyclists and motorists.
Wanneroo Mayor Linda Aitken said the City had worked closely with Main Roads WA, to advocate for safety improvements in areas where they need it most.
“Safety on our local roads is a priority for our community, we’ve been working with Main Roads to put forward locations where practical changes can make a real difference in reducing crash risk,” she said.
“We welcome this funding, which will help make Girrawheen a safer suburb for families, residents and everyone who uses these streets.
“Through programs like Main Roads grants and Black Spot Program, the City will continue to advocate for road safety improvements across the community.”
Crash data shows Girrawheen recorded 106 crashes between 2020 and 2024, including 30 requiring medical attention. Based on this data, Main Roads WA identified Girrawheen as one of the highest ranked Local Neighbourhoods and worked with the City to jointly develop a treatment plan.
The Low-Cost Urban Safety Program delivers cost effective road treatments that improve safety of local roads and at intersections for drivers and other users.
The project is jointly funded by Main Roads WA and the City.
A consultant will now be engaged to undertake detailed design, with construction scheduled for the 2026/27 financial year.