Works on the Labuan Rd-Murray Valley Hwy intersection began on Monday, April 28, with council chair administrator Graeme Emonson expressing his support for the project.
“This intersection has long been a concern for our community, and council has been persistent in advocating for these much-needed safety improvements,” he said.
“We are pleased to see our efforts come to fruition, and we thank the Australian Government for funding this critical project through the Black Spot Program and to Transport Victoria for delivering the works at the intersection.”
The works are expected to be complete in three months, weather permitting, and seek to address community concerns around the safety of the intersection.
Upgrades include removing the railway embankment and installing a splitter island, new kerbing and rumble strips on Labuan Rd.
The Stokes Rd side of the intersection, opposite Labuan Rd, will be sealed.
Meanwhile, the works will also see electronic speed signs installed at the intersection.
The upgrades come following the 2023 crash that claimed the lives of five people, including Cobram resident Debbie Markey and four international workers.
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