Macedon Ranges Shire Council is calling on Victorian State Election candidates and political parties to commit funding towards critical road upgrades across the shire, including six priority local road projects that are fully designed and ready for delivery.
Council is advocating for $7.3 million in Victorian Government funding for six priority local road projects across Kyneton, Lancefield, Baynton and Gisborne, including upgrades to Lauriston-Reservoir Road, High Street, Burke & Wills Track, Howey Street, Saleyards Road and Fersfield Road. The projects are fully designed and ready for delivery. Council is also seeking investment in several state-managed road and intersection upgrades across the municipality.
Mayor Cassy Borthwick said improving both local and state-managed roads was essential to keeping communities connected and supporting the region’s growth.
“Roads are one of the issues we hear about most from our community because they affect everyday life, whether it’s getting to work, accessing services, supporting local business or staying connected with family and friends.”
“The recent commitment towards the Woodend intersection upgrade is an encouraging step, but there is more work to do. We need improvements across both local and state road networks to make travel safer, strengthen connections between our townships and support liveability across the Macedon Ranges.”
“We’ve identified the priorities. We know where investment is needed. These six projects are fully designed and ready to be delivered. Now we’re calling on all candidates and parties to back the road projects our communities need.”
Council is encouraging residents to support its advocacy efforts by visiting the Priority Local Roads webpage, where they can learn more about the identified road priorities and access a Community Advocacy Toolkit featuring resources to help community members advocate for investment in safer, more reliable local roads.
Population growth, increased traffic volumes and ongoing community feedback continue to highlight the need for targeted road upgrades across the shire.
