Friday 11 February 202 2
NEW TRAFFIC LIGHTS IN EASTWOOD GIVEN THE
GREEN LIGHT
The City of Ryde has engaged contractors to start construction on new traffic lights in Eastwood town
centre which will help reduce chronic traffic congestion and improve pedestrian safety in the area.
The new traffic lights will replace the existing pedestrian crossing at West Parade, adjacent to the
Rowe Street Plaza.
The installation of the traffic lights at West Parade was one of the major recommendations of the
independent Eastwood Traffic and Parking Study. This study identified traffic congestion and
pedestrian safety as major issues that have impacted the town centre ‘s accessibility.
City of Ryde Mayor, Clr Jordan Lane, said the new tra ffic lights reaffirmed Council’s continued
investment in improving the Eastwood town centre.
“Eastwood is a vibrant, multicultural town centre, but is hampered by chronic traffic congestion and
poor accessibility for pedestrians,” Clr Lane said.
“The ins tallation of the new traffic lights at West Parade will not only address these issues, but also
increase safety for pedestrians and motorists alike. Crucially, this vital piece of traffic infrastructure will
benefit the fantastic local businesses in Eastwo od by making it easier for shoppers to get around the
town centre.
“There will be some disruptions to motorists and pedestrians during construction of the new traffic
lights. We just urge patience from everyone and appreciate their understanding as Council
undertakes these vital upgrades, which will be of enormous benefit to everyone in Eastwoo d
“I would like to commend the ongoing advocacy from Clr Trenton Brown for the installation of traffic
lights at West Parade, which is a big a win for the Eastwood community.”
Construction of the new traffic lights will take place in three stages.
• Stage 1 (Eastwood Station side of street): installation of new traffic lights, traffic signal pits
and pedestrian islands.
• Stage 2 (Rowe Street Plaza side of street): installation of new traffic lights, traffic signal pits.
pedestrian islands, signage, bollards and landscaping as required.
• Stage 3 (both road lanes): road re -sheeting and line -marking.
Construction is expected to be completed by the middle of 2022, weat her permitting.
