A local man is calling on Wyndham council to install lights at a “well-known accident hotspot” in Tarneit.
Aijaz Moinuddin said in recent years, the intersection had become a common detour to bypass busy Leakes Road and now its design is not fit for the volume of traffic using it.
“Rapid housing growth in the surrounding areas and the absence of proper traffic lights make it extremely difficult for drivers to safely cross or merge, especially during peak hours,” Mr Moinuddin said.
“In fact, even the wooden barriers of Davis Creek have been smashed multiple times due to crashes — a clear sign of how unsafe this stretch has become.
“It is a common sight to see pieces of broken bumpers and lights.”
He said lights would bring some order to what he described as a chaotic junction.
“Installing proper traffic lights would bring much-needed order and predictability to this busy intersection,” he said.
“Currently, drivers often take risks when merging or crossing, particularly during morning and evening peak hours.
“With a bus stop located right next to the intersection, pedestrians are also at risk when trying to catch or leave the bus.
“Traffic lights would slow vehicles, reduce confusion, and provide a safe window for both drivers and pedestrians, ultimately preventing serious accidents.”
Mr Moinuddin said the intersection should be on the council’s urgent list.
“I only recently raised the issue with the council after witnessing another accident on this stretch, caused by the bottleneck at this intersection, hoping it was on their priority list.
“To my surprise, I learned that while an upgrade is planned, there is no set timeline or allocated budget for implementation.
“This is concerning given the growing traffic and frequent accidents in the area. The intersection needs to be treated as a safety priority, not something that can be delayed.”
A Wyndham City spokesperson said council encourages everyone to obey Victorian Road Rules and that they have no plans to install lights.
“Future signalisation is dependent on growth and traffic volumes and will be subject to future council budget approval,” the spokesperson said.
