This is a Department of Transport project, please contact them directly on 13 11 70 or DOTroadprojects@roads.vic.gov.au.
The Department of Transport and Planning commenced work in July 2024 to install new traffic lights at the Forest Drive and Nepean Highway intersection in Mount Martha, improving safety and access for all road users. These works will include service relocations, vegetation removal and site set up before moving into the main civil construction program.
The intersection upgrade is expected to be completed by mid-2025. (Please note, all dates are subject to change due to weather and the contactor’s program of works.)
Road closure
Hopetoun Avenue will be closed 0700-1700 from 9 to 21 September to undertake watermain works. A diversion will be in place and you can expect up to ten-minute delays.
Planned works
In addition to new traffic lights, the features of this upgrade include:
- A new signalised pedestrian crossing to help pedestrians safely cross Nepean Highway, and new concrete footpaths connecting the intersection to the bus stops.
- Widening the intersection with extra lanes to improve traffic flow and improve access for large vehicles.
- New continuous bicycle lanes on Nepean Highway, to improve safety and the riding experience for cyclists.
- New asphalt at the bus bays and vehicle pull over areas, providing an improved road surface for drivers to pick up and drop off passengers.
- New advanced warning signs on the approach to the intersection, to increase awareness of the upcoming traffic lights.
- Realigning the driveway opposite to Forest Drive to improve safety at the intersection, with new access provided via Range Road.
For more information visit the VicRoads website at: Forest Drive and Nepean Highway intersection upgrade
If you have questions or would like to provide feedback about the design, please contact: DOTroadprojects@roads.vic.gov.au