Resealing and shoulder works on a dangerous section of Boundary Road are now complete, with further upgrades ahead pending approval of Melton council’s draft budget.
Including the shoulders on both sides of the road, the section of works within this upgrade spans from The Mall in Mount Cottrell to Mt Atkinson Road in Truganina.
In a Facebook video posted last month, Melton mayor Steve Abboushi said the road was formerly a single sealed lane, forcing vehicles to share the central land and partially drive on unsealed shoulders.
“These works will significantly improve the safety and enhance the overall condition of Boundary Road, allowing for safe two-way traffic with the addition of a centre line and new sign,” Cr Abboushi said.
In a Facebook post, councillor Phillip Zada said the project follows a notice of motion he raised to fast-track the works and it has “drastically improved safety and accessibility.”
“Where there was once a narrow, single-lane stretch forcing cars onto gravel shoulders, we now have a safer, sealed two-way route with new centreline markings and signage,” Cr Zada said.
“Just beyond our boundary … [Wyndham council] is responsible for the section of Boundary Road – Mt Atkinson Road to Hopkins Road – within their jurisdiction, and they’ve confirmed plans for upgrades as well, ensuring this critical east-west link is improved end to end,” he said.
“In the 2025–26 [financial year] – subject to [council draft budget] approval – further upgrades will bring this section up to a full rural road standard, including: sealed pavement, enhanced drainage, driveway crossovers, new signage, [and a] brand-new roundabout at Boundary Road and Troups Road South–Davis Road to improve safety at this busy intersection.”
