Community
27 June, 2025
Opinions sought on Allansford access
MOTORISTS are encouraged to share their experiences of driving into and out of Allansford through a new council survey.
Warrnambool mayor Cr Ben Blain said the feedback received through the survey would be used to advocate for improvements to access at Allansford.
“We’re keen to hear from people who are driving to and from Allansford every day and also from those who visit Allansford for sport, to see friends and relatives, or who might be heading to the bakery or Cheese World.
“This is about getting insights into driving experiences that a traffic count won’t provide.
“We’ve also got some specific questions in the survey about Garibaldi Lane and Grauers Road.
“In addition to informing our approach to advocacy for Allansford, we’ll also provide the findings to the consultants who will be developing a local area traffic strategy for Allansford.”
The community engagement follows a recent decision by council to invest up to $400,000 to keep the Ziegler Parade bridge, which allows west-bound vehicles to merge with the Princes Highway, open until the end of 2029.
An engineering report found the bridge, which had a weight limit applied in 2011, was in poor condition and nearing end-of-life.
“The survey is available at www.yoursaywarrnambool.com.au and I encourage Allansford residents to share their insights with council,” Cr Blain said.
