FUNDING SAFER ROADS IN TANGNEY

The Albanese Government continues to improve road safety in Western Australia, delivering funding for safety upgrades at four black spots in Tangney. 

The projects will deliver:

• Roundabout modification and speed cushions at Norma Road and McCoy Street
• Roundabout installation at Munro Road and Ardross Street
• Speed cushions and raised platforms on Riverton Drive East
• Street lighting upgrades on High Road between Nicholson Road and Meadowbrook Drive

to help mitigate a high number of crashes at these locations.

The Albanese Government is committing over $2.7 million to the four projects as part of $14 million allocated to WA roads under the 2026-27 Black Spot Program funding round.

The projects were recommended by the Western Australia Black Spot Consultative Panel. This panel is comprised of local stakeholders to ensure nominations of the highest priority and importance to the local community are recommended for approval.

The Albanese Government has increased annual Black Spot Program funding to $150 million, improving road safety at numerous sites right across the country.

It is a key part of our commitment to reducing fatalities and serious injuries on our roads.

Anyone can nominate a Black Spot for consideration, including individuals, community groups and local councils.

For details on funded projects, to make a nomination, or for further information on the Australian Government Black Spot Program, visit https://investment.infrastructure.gov.au/about/local–initiatives/black–spot–program.

Quotes attributable to Federal Member for Tangney, Sam Lim:

“The Albanese Government continues to make significant investments in improving road safety. 

“It is great to see these projects in Myaree, Applecross, Riverton and Parkwood receive the funding they need to ensure a safer journey for the many residents who use these roads.

“The Albanese Government will continue to work with state, territory and local governments to deliver even more critical road safety upgrades in the future.” 

Quotes attributable to Minister for Regional Development, Local Government and Territories, Kristy McBain MP:

“This latest round of Black Spot projects in Western Australia will see road safety treatments undertaken at 34 sites.

“The Black Spot Program delivers low-cost improvements that have demonstrated effectiveness in reducing the risk of serious crashes and fatalities on our roads.

“With our increased funding commitment to this long-running program, I encourage individuals, organisations and local governments to nominate sites in their local communities for consideration in the next funding round.”