Yarra, VIC incorporates lane separators and street markings to improve road safety

Yarra, VIC Lane Separators Street Markings Road Safety

Complete

Wellington Street features new lane separators in both directions to protect cyclists. The street's east side uses planters and parking spots as natural traffic dividers. Concrete separators were added to the west side of Wellington Street. City councilors also approved honeycomb markings at intersections to slow traffic for pedestrians and cyclists.

Pedestrian Safety Road & Traffic Management Road Safety

Yarra, VIC

City in Victoria

Australia

Newsworthy

Copenhagen style bike lane for Wellington St complete | Yarra City Council

The City of Yarra is an inner metropolitan municipality which is home to a diverse community of about 94,000 people.

Project Succeeded

Yarra officials noted a 20% increase in cycle trips during morning commutes after lane separation.