A PROJECT to construct a three-legged, single-lane roundabout at the intersection of Great Northern Highway and Rutland Road in Bullsbrook has been awarded to Advanteering Civil Engineers.

The $10.5 million project will replace the existing unsignalised T-junction at the busy Bullsbrook location, significantly changing the road environment to improve safety, enhance traffic flow and reduce congestion for all road users through the area.

Currently, more than 8000 motorists use the intersection each day, with 11 per cent of these being heavy vehicles.

The proposed roundabout has been designed to accommodate heavy vehicles, including multi-combination vehicles up to 53.5m in length, as well as high wide loads.

As part of the project, new street lighting will also be installed to align with current safety standards and reduce the occurrence of crashes at night.

Between 2019 and 2023, there were 31 reported crashes at the intersection.

When completed, the roundabout is predicted to reduce the number of crashes by more than 85 per cent.

The upgrade is being funded through the state government’s road trauma trust account which receives 100 per cent of the revenue resulting from photographic speed and red-light camera fines.

Construction will commence in November 2024, with completion expected mid-2025.

Transport Minister Rita Saffioti said safety was the government’s top priority when it comes to improvements on state roads.

“I support any project which will upgrade the network for our heavy vehicle users.

“Service relocations for this project were completed in early-2024 to prepare this site for construction.

“I’m pleased we have now reached this important milestone, which means our state government can continue improving WA roads, such as this vital heavy vehicle route in our north-eastern suburbs.”

Swan Hills MLA Jessica Shaw said she was very happy to see this project progressing.

“The community knows how congested this intersection can be, and a roundabout will help to make traffic movement smoother and safer.

“As we deliver this important project there will be some disruptions, so I want to thank the community in advance for their patience.”