By Marcus Uhe
The City of Casey has initiated a proposal to reduce the speed limit on the South Gippsland Highway through the Cranbourne Activity Centre from 80 kilometres per hour to 60 between Camms Road and Cameron Street.
The current speed limit between Camms road and Clarendon Street, and Cameron Street to Codrington Street on the highway is 80 kilometres per hour, however it drops to 60 between Clarendon and Codrington on High Street.
The council said the reduction will see a more appropriate and consistent speed limit on this section of the highway through the activity centre, in-keeping with its high visitation and need to maximise amenity outcomes, in-line with the Cranbourne Town Centre Structure Plan.
A representative from Casey Highway Patrol said they would support the proposal.
“Increased Traffic Volumes in the area and current duplication of Narre Warren Cranbourne Road/Cameron Street will see future traffic volumes increased at the intersection with South Gippsland Highway,” the representative said.
“A consistent speed though Cranbourne is fairer for drivers and safer for pedestrians.
“Whilst some people would argue against the reduction, both drivers and pedestrians have a responsibility on the roads and the development of this area has necessitated the consideration for the reduction in the speed limit through this busy area.
“Safer Speeds create a Safer Road Network.”
As part of the consultation process, the council are offering residents the opportunity to have their say on the proposal by completing a survey on the Casey Conversations website.
Responses to the survey close on Monday 13 June at 12pm.
For more information and to complete the questionnaire head to conversations.casey.vic.gov.au/speed-limit-proposal-sth-gipp-hwy-cranbourne
