Alexandrina Council has received state and federal funding for pedestrian refuges in Goolwa and Middleton under the National Road Safety Program.

More than $12 million will be spent in South Australia on new Bicycle and Pedestrian Actuated Crossings wombat crossings, crosswalks and pedestrian refuges.

A total of $400,000 has been committed to pedestrian refuges on Goolwa Road, Middleton, near Thomas Street and Hays Street in Goolwa near Porter Street.

Transport Minister Tom Koutsantonis says roads are getting busier, and it can be difficult to safely cross the road. 

“By installing new crossings on our busiest roads, we reduce the risk of an incident where someone is seriously injured or loses their life.“

Mayor Keith Parkes says Alexandrina Council has been advocating for some time for safer pedestrian access on these busy sections of state government road through Goolwa and Middleton.

“So we really appreciate the government’s support on this important community safety matter, and we’re pleased to contribute through some design work and project management.“