Selby & Cambridge Street Signal Improvements
Last Reviewed 04 June 2025
Project Background
Improving safety and accessibility at Selby Street intersections with Cambridge Street and The Boulevard through modern signal upgrades and pedestrian facilities.
The intersections at Selby Street with Cambridge Street are outdated without pedestrian signals, making it unclear and relying on driver compliance for people crossing the road.
In addition, drivers turning right must rely on gaps in traffic, this is a contributing factor to the risk for right turn crashes.
In the past five years, there have been 30 reported crashes, including one leading to hospitalisation and five others needing medical attention. Most of these involved right turns.
The upgrade to the intersection has successfully secured a grant from the Australian Government’s Black Spot Program, which will fund 100% of the improvements aimed at enhancing road safety.
Planned Improvements
New pedestrian signals
- Installation of pedestrian walk/don’t walk lanterns
- Pedestrian-activated signals that hold turning vehicles when someone presses the crossing button
- Improved ramps and footpath for all crossings
Signal Enhancements
- Protected right turns for all legs
- Dedicated phase for Selby Street right turns
- New modern signal controller
These changes will significantly reduce conflicts between turning vehicles and pedestrians, making crossings safer and more predictable.
Traffic Movement Changes
Vehicles travelling east on Cambridge Street (from the City) will no longer be able to turn right heading north onto Selby Street. These changes are necessary to enhance safety by providing better protection for pedestrians from turning vehicles.
Alternative Route: This right-turn movement can still be performed just 100 metres away at the Selby Street and The Boulevard intersection, no deviation is required as a right turn lane already exist. This provides a convenient and safe alternative
Project Status and Milestones
- Stage 2 approval received from MRWA - Complete
- Construction funding secured - Complete
- 85% Detailed design - Complete
- Stage 3 Approvals from MRWA – August 2025
- 100% Design package - March 2026
- Contract award for construction – May 2026
- Construction commences - July 2026
Completion Date: June 2027