Proposed One-Way Traffic Change on Campbell Street, Warracknabeal
Yarriambiack Shire Council is seeking community feedback on a proposal to improve road and pedestrian safety within the Warracknabeal Education Precinct by introducing a one-way traffic arrangement on Campbell Street between King Street and Lyle Street, Warracknabeal.
This proposal forms part of Council's broader commitment to improving safety around the Warracknabeal education precinct, including: St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Warracknabeal Special Development School, Warracknabeal Secondary College, Warracknabeal Primary School, and Warracknabeal Memorial Kindergarten & Early Years Centre. Concerns have been raised regarding traffic congestion, pedestrian safety, vehicle movements and conflicts between buses, cars and pedestrians during peak school periods.
Council has secured funding through Victoria's Safe Local Roads and Streets Program to undertake more than $1 million in road safety improvements, including raised pedestrian crossings, traffic-calming measures, improved street lighting, connecting footpaths and enhanced signage throughout the precinct. Additional improvements along Campbell Street are also being investigated.
The proposed one-way traffic arrangement would:
- Improve safety for pedestrians, students, families and motorists.
- Improve traffic flow during peak school periods.
- Reduce conflicts between buses, vehicles and pedestrians.
- Create opportunities to widen and improve the existing footpath on Campbell Street.
- Support future funding applications for further safety improvements.
The location of the proposed one-way section is shown below:
Community Consultation
In accordance with:
- Schedule 11 of the Local Government Act 1989
- Local Government Act 2020
-
Road Management Act 2004
Council invites residents, businesses, affected property owners, school communities and other interested persons to make a written submission regarding the proposal.
How to Make a Submission
Submissions must be received by 12.00 noon on Thursday, 22 October 2026.
Submissions may be lodged by:
Have Your Say - Online Form
Email: info@yarriambiack.vic.gov.au
Post:
Chief Executive Officer
Yarriambiack Shire Council
PO Box 243
Warracknabeal VIC 3393
Further Information
Further information regarding the proposal can be obtained by contacting Joel Turner, Chief Engineering Officer during business hours on #03 5398 0100.
After the consultation period closes, Council will consider all submissions before deciding whether to proceed with the proposed traffic management changes. Any changes will require a Council resolution at an Ordinary Meeting.
Council will also consult with the Department of Transport and Planning and emergency services.