A concerned citizen has petitioned the council to turn the intersection into a stop sign and implement traffic calming measures at the crest between Deakin Steet and Newcastle Steet, Kurri Kurri. This comes after a rollover accident at the Wemol street intersection, which has prompted locals to call for changes.
Major Jay Suvaal expressed his relief that everyone involved in the accident is safe. He explained that road signage is managed through the Traffic Committee, which is a statutory body made up of a representative from Transport for NSW, NSW Police, Council, and the State MP. The committee considers factors such as traffic volume, previous history, and relevant legislation and guidelines. Major Suvaal encouraged anyone who feels that signs should be changed to write to the traffic committee through council at council@cessnock.nsw.gov.au or to contact him at Jay.Suvaal@cessnock.nsw.gov.au, and he is happy to pass on the request.
It is important to exercise caution when traveling along Deakin, particularly at the Wemol street intersection. The safety of pedestrians, cyclists, cars, and trucks is at risk due to the frequent car collisions that occur here. The concerned citizen believes that without changes, a fatal accident is inevitable.
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