Major construction is underway on the $225 million Reid Highway Interchanges Project with promises of improved freight efficiency in Perth’s north-eastern suburbs.
Jointly funded by the Australian and Western Australian Governments, the project will deliver two new grade-separated interchanges to replace the existing signalised intersections at Altone Road and Drumpellier Drive/Daviot Road.
Federal Transport and Infrastructure Minister Catherine King said the changes will make it safer and faster for heavy vehicles to travel through Perth’s north east.
“Reid Highway is one of Perth’s most important east-west links, and these new interchanges will make a significant difference for residents, businesses, and freight operators moving through our northern-eastern suburbs,” King said.
“The transformation of these intersections will deliver smoother, safer journeys while improving access for cyclists and pedestrians in the area.”
Aside from the removal of two of the remaining five sets of traffic signals on Reid Highway, entry and exit ramps with connecting roundabouts will maintain access to local roads and residential areas.
The project will also improve cyclist and pedestrian access to the Swan Valley with a new uninterrupted Principal Shared Path (PSP) network from West Swan Road to Malaga.
With works taking place within a tight footprint, modifications to Reid Highway and surrounding intersections will be required while construction is underway, with measures to be put in place to keep people moving safely and efficiently.
The works also include a new bridge on Reid Highway, passing over Altone Road intersection, with connectivity between Altone Road and Reid Highway to be maintained via entry and exit ramps and roundabouts.
Another new bridge will also connect Drumpellier Drive with Daviot Road over Reid Highway with entry and exit ramps onto Reid Highway
“We appreciate the community’s patience as construction ramps up, and we’ll continue to work with residents to minimise the impact of roadworks on the surrounding area,” added Midland state MP Steve Catania.
“Removing signalised intersections will mean less interruptions for commuters and freight moving through this fast-growing part of Perth.”