The City recently sought community feedback on proposed traffic treatments along Malibu Road as part of the State Black Spot Program, which funds road safety improvements at locations with a history of crashes.
As a result, the proposed design has been updated:
- The proposed right-turn treatment at Bahama Place has been replaced with a raised safety platform, reflecting the community's preferred option while continuing to improve safety at the intersection.
- The proposed roundabout at Antigua Street has been revised to a smaller design to reduce impacts on nearby businesses and residents while continuing to address identified road safety risks. The roundabout forms part of the City’s response to recommendations from a road safety review undertaken following a fatal crash at this intersection in February this year. The independent crash report supports the introduction of a roundabout, based on the investigation findings and historical crash data, to better control traffic movements and improve intersection safety.
- The shopping centre access at Antigua Street will remain closed for safety reasons. Access to the shopping centre will continue to be available via existing entry points and the rear service entrance.
- Access to Malibu Professional Centre will remain unchanged.
The updated design includes three raised safety platforms and a small roundabout along Malibu Road.
Proposed works
The proposed upgrades include:
- Raised safety platform at Waikiki Road
- Raised safety platform at Bahama Place
- Raised safety platform at Trade Winds Drive
- Small roundabout at Antigua Street
Project timeline
The City thanks everyone who participated in the consultation process and provided valuable feedback.
Construction is planned for 2027.
Frequently Asked Questions
The raised plateaus and roundabout are designed to improve road safety by reducing vehicle speeds and enhancing visibility. These traffic treatments aim to make Malibu Street safer for pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers.
Example of a raised plateau:
Example of a roundabout upgrade:
A Right-turn treatment is designed to separate turning vehicles from through traffic. By widening the road and painting a median to create a fully protected, dedicated lane for waiting right-turning vehicles, through traffic can safely drive around them.
Example of a Right-turn treatment:
Property access will be maintained throughout construction, with appropriate traffic management in place to assist residents as needed.
Yes, there will be disruption to access to schools and the commercial centre during the construction. However, we will minimise any inconvenience by providing on-site traffic management. Should there be road closures, detour routes will be in place.
There will be off-road cycle path facilities for cyclists travelling both ways through the roundabout.
The City will assess the existing street lighting at each proposed treatment location and will upgrade it to meet Western Power standards, if required.
If your driveway and irrigation are impacted, the City will reinstate it at no cost to the property owner.
