THE federal government will spend more than $6.5 million to fix roads across Frankston in the next five years. The $6.546 million commitment from the federal government is roughly a $2.8 million increase from the prior five years. The money will be handed to Frankston Council for projects including “road and traffic management device renewal” along Heatherhill Road from Frankston Flinders Road to Valley Road, a federal government media release read.
“Significant road pavement deterioration and traffic management device failures are evident along this section of the road, creating unsafe driving for road users and an ongoing maintenance issue. The works will improve road safety, capacity, and smooth driving for all types of vehicles, including heavy vehicles and buses.”
Frankston Council’s website states that it plans to work on Heatherhill Road from Frankston Flinders Road to Valley Road this financial year. The money is expected to be used to upgrade the roundabouts at Heatherhill Road/Kalmia Street, Heatherhill Road/Brooklyn Avenue, and Heatherhill Road/Lardner Road.
Dunkley MP Jodie Belyea said “without funding increases from the Albanese government, local projects across Dunkley wouldn’t get off the ground. “This $6,546,440 in roads to recovery funding over the next five years, including the $2,826,885 boost, will ensure that we continue to build a better future in Dunkley and deliver what our community deserves,” she said. “I’ll continue to work with our local community to advocate for projects that will support local jobs, boost liveability, and stimulate the Dunkley economy. I will continue to work with the community to progress projects that will have a lasting impact.”
For a full outline of Frankston Council’s road renewal program projects visit frankston.vic.gov.au/Planning-and-Building/Major-City-Projects/More-current-projects/Road-renewal-program-202425
First published in the Frankston Times – 14 January 2025