The speed limit changes will promote safety in Shepparton’s south-east.
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Speed limits on several roads in Shepparton’s south-east will be reduced later this month as the area continues to develop and traffic conditions change.
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Sections of Poplar Ave, Feiglin Rd and Channel Rd will see new limits introduced from the week beginning Monday, March 23, following traffic engineering assessments that considered pedestrian and cyclist activity, traffic volumes and surrounding land use.
The speed limit on Poplar Ave, between Streeton Dr and a point 200m east of Doyles Rd, will be reduced from 80km/h to 60km/h as development in the area increases pedestrian movement. The lower limit is expected to improve safety for residents accessing properties and reduce crash risks while supporting safer walking and cycling.
Feiglin Rd, between Poplar Ave and Channel Rd, will see the most significant change, with the limit dropping from 100km/h to 50km/h. The reduction reflects increased housing density and traffic volumes, with the area now classified as residential.
Channel Rd, between Da Vinci Dr and Orrvale Rd, will have its speed limit reduced from 80km/h to 60km/h to align with expected growth outlined in the Shepparton South East Precinct Structure Plan.
The speed reductions were informed by traffic engineering assessments, reviews of development patterns and land use changes, consideration of pedestrian and cyclist activity, analysis of crash history where applicable, and anticipated future growth and access needs.
Greater Shepparton City Council director infrastructure Gary Randhawa said the road network was regularly reviewed to ensure it remained safe as the city expanded.
“These speed limit changes will help ensure our local road network remains safe and suitable as Shepparton’s south-east continues to grow,” he said.
The updated limits align with Victoria’s Speed Zoning Technical Guidelines, which require lower speed limits in areas experiencing growth, increased pedestrian activity or expanding residential development.
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