A $17 million roundabout should significantly enhance safety at one of Shepparton’s busiest intersections.
The two-lane roundabout at the Midland Highway and Central Avenue, funded jointly by the Australian and Victorian governments, is designed to reduce congestion and support growing freight movements in the region.
The Australian Government contributed $10 million through its Road Safety Program, with the Victorian Government investing $7 million.
Located on a key freight route, the intersection carries around 4,500 vehicles daily, 15 per cent of which are heavy vehicles. The upgrade comes in response to increasing industrial activity in the area and a five-year crash history that includes four serious-injury incidents.
“This is a major intersection upgrade that is already boosting safety for thousands of Victorian drivers every day,” said Federal Assistant Minister for Regional Development and Senator for Queensland Anthony Chisholm.
The roundabout improves traffic flow, offers safer turning options, and enhances visibility. Temporary lighting and a speed reduction remain in place until permanent lighting is installed later this year.
“We know there’s a mix of both heavy and light vehicles sharing this section of the highway with the new roundabout enhancing safety for everyone,” said Victorian Minister for Ports and Freight, Roads and Road Safety Melissa Horne.
Crews have also integrated landscaping as part of the University of Melbourne’s Woody Meadow Project, planting a variety of native shrubs designed to flower densely, suppress weeds, and support biodiversity while reducing maintenance needs.
Victorian Member for Northern Victoria Jaclyn Symes said the roundabout was engineered with freight efficiency in mind.
“We’ve reinforced the structure of the roundabout to ensure strength and durability and to facilitate heavy vehicle movements, including super loads,” she said.
