The Australian Government is providing $110 million each year to the Black Spot Program.
Road crashes are a major cost to Australians every year. Black Spot projects target those road locations where crashes are occurring or are at risk of occurring. By funding measures such as traffic signals and roundabouts at dangerous locations, the program reduces the risk of crashes. Programs of this sort are very effective, saving the community many times the cost of the relatively minor road improvements that are implemented.
Nominations for Black Spot locations are invited from state and territory governments, local governments, community groups and associations, road user groups, industry and individuals. On receipt of a completed Black Spot nomination form, the relevant state and territory transport agency will examine the nominated site’s eligibility, and may undertake an economic assessment of a treatment proposal.
Visit the website for more information: https://investment.infrastructure.gov.au/about/local-initiatives/black-spot-program/index.aspx