Bairnsdale - Murphy Street Upgrades

Murphy Street Road Infrastructure - Design Phase

Murphy Street has been identified as in need of road and drainage upgrades, including a complete reconstruction of the road pavement, as the existing underground drainage system is inadequate to meet current and future needs.

Challenges at the Riverine Street intersection have been recognised, particularly for large vehicles. However, it is important to note that at this stage, we are solely focusing on designing the road infrastructure. The construction phase is subject to budget funding availability. Current intersections have posed safety concerns for some vehicles, while articulated trucks face insurmountable obstacles. Stay tuned for updates on the progress of the design phase and future construction plans.

Objective and scope

The scope of this project involves the development of design plans for a comprehensive overhaul of road pavement infrastructure, including a complete reconstruction of road surfaces, including the redesign of both Dawson Street and Riverine Street intersections to improve overall functionality and streamline traffic flow.

The design will include new underground drainage systems to enhance efficiency. Disability Discrimination Act 1992 compliant footpaths and kerb and channel features will also be integrated into the new design to ensure pedestrian safety and accessibility.

Consultation and community engagement

Once a design consultant has been engaged, updates will be provided in the section below. Please choose to follow this project to receive important updates directly to your inbox.

Funding

This project is funded by East Gippsland Shire Council. Funding has been allocated to design only at this time, the commencement of construction is subject to future budget availability.

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Murphy Street Road Infrastructure - Design Phase

Objective and scope

Consultation and community engagement

Once a design consultant has been engaged, updates will be provided in the section below. Please choose to follow this project to receive important updates directly to your inbox.

Funding

This project is funded by East Gippsland Shire Council. Funding has been allocated to design only at this time, the commencement of construction is subject to future budget availability.

Should you wish to search for other projects near you, simply type the town name in the search bar.

East Gippsland Shire Council is limited in the community engagement it can undertake during the Council Election Period, 17 September 2024 to 26 October 2024. Further updates will be provided following the Council Election on 26 October 2024 and the questions/feedback tab will be reinstated.

Your questions and/or feedback are welcome on this project, and we are pleased you are on this journey with us.

The Project Supervisor will be advised of your response and will look closely at what you have said - all feedback is important and will be considered.

The Project Supervisor's response can be posted publicly or privately - please let us know if you would prefer to be answered privately.

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I live in Murphy Street and believe a give way or stop sign should be added on Murphy Street at the intersection of Ligar Street, that would stop cars flying up and down Murphy Street and using it like a racetrack.

HSM asked 4 months ago

Thank you for bringing this concern to our attention. We will undertake a comprehensive road safety audit of Murphy Street to address all road safety matters.
As part of our commitment to improving road safety, we will also perform a geometric realignment of the road to enhance traffic flow and visibility.
Additionally, updated signage and line marking will be implemented to clearly indicate the right of way, slowing down vehicles and reducing the risk of vehicle crashes to ensure a safer environment for all road users.