Hume council has invested $1.5 million towards road upgrades in Craigieburn.
At the 24 November council meeting, New Horizon Construction was awarded the contract to reconstruct Hanson Road and Craigieburn Road, and develop a roundabout between Creekwood Drive and Malcolm Creek Parade.
Councillor Daniel English said he looks forward to the project being completed because the roads are like rollercoasters.
“At one stage at the [Malcolm Creek] bridge, you had to slow down to about 10 km/h before your suspension nearly fell off your car,” he said.
“Also not many people stop at the stop sign [at Creekwood Drive]… that needs a roundabout.”
Cr English said New Horizon Construction was awarded the contract because it provides the best value.
“Hopefully [the works are] a small-term pain for long-term gain in that area,” he said.
Cr Jim Overend said he also looks forward to the road being repaired and making it safer for the community to use.
The project is being funded by council’s 2025-2026 capital works program allocations.
