Blackshaws Road Safer Pedestrian Crossing

Project update - October 2026

Construction works for the new raised pedestrian crossing on Blackshaws Road are complete.

Temporary power arrangements are in place at the site while the process to connect to mains power is finalised. Timeframes are subject to the external power authority’s programming.

We’d like to thank the community for their patience while we completed this important upgrade.

What we've done

We have built a raised ‘wombat’ pedestrian crossing on Blackshaws Road near Watt Street. We have also installed upgraded lighting and new signage to support the crossing.

The new crossing will improve safety for vulnerable road users crossing Blackshaws Road, providing vital connectivity and improving walkability to nearby public transport, parks and key facilities in the area.

Background

A high-quality pedestrian network is a fundamental building block of the transport network and helps people make active transport choices that reduce transport congestion, minimise emissions and support vibrant economic precincts.

Blackshaws Road is a key arterial road, connecting the community to Williamstown Road, and to the West Gate Freeway.

The new pedestrian crossing is located in a mostly residential area close to nearby public parks and commercial pockets. The road is serviced by Route 432 buses between Newport and Yarraville.
Previously, there were limited opportunities for road users to safely cross Blackshaws Road, with pedestrian analysis indicating a considerable demand for people crossing between Watt Street and Sutton Street every day. 

The Department of Transport and Planning undertook a survey on how people experience travelling on Blackshaws Road and found that parked cars, poor sight lines and insufficient lighting can make it difficult for motorists to safely judge gaps when turning into Blackshaws Road from local streets. Some responses indicated pedestrians felt unsafe when crossing and believed the area would benefit from an increase in designated crossings and improved lighting.

Get in touch 

For more information about this project, contact us: 

Email: [email protected]

Call:    13 37 78