The City of Canning is seeking your feedback on a proposal to enhance safety at the intersection of Renou Street and Gerard Street in East Cannington.
This intersection has been identified as high-risk, with 12 crashes reported over the past five years – including one involving injury.
Key Safety Risks:
Unsafe vehicle speeds along Gerrard Street through the intersection
Limited visibility due to poor lighting and constrained sight lines
Unclear vehicle manoeuvres
Multiple conflict points with intersecting vehicle movements
Over-represented right angle crashes
Pedestrian and cyclist movements
Maintaining public transport access
Significant above ground infrastructure
Vehicle movements from abutting property accesses
đ ī¸ Proposed Safety Upgrades
To address these issues, the City has secured State Government funding through the Black Spot Program, which supports road safety projects with a proven crash history or high potential for future incidents.
Planned Works:
Raised intersection construction at the two T-intersections of Gerard Street and Renou Street đ§
Upgraded lighting to improve visibility and enhance safety at night đĄ
Resurfacing Renou Street from Gerard Street to Lacey Street with minor road improvements đ
â Expected Benefits
These upgrades are proven to effectively:
Reduce the rate and severity of crashes
Mitigate reckless driving and travel speeds
Improve safety for all road users – including pedestrians and cyclists
Promote safer driving behaviour
Promote compliance with intersection regulatory controls
Enhance visibility and night-time safety
Help prevent the likelihood of serious injuries or fatal crashes
Improve gap acceptance
âšī¸ About the Black Spot Program
The Black Spot Program is a national road safety initiative that funds improvements at locations with a history of crashes or high risk of future incidents.
Other City of Canning projects funded through the Australian and State Government Black Spot Program for the 2025–2026 financial year include:
Ferndale Crescent & Metcalfe Road
Manning Road & Wyong Road
Pine Tree Gully Road
Apsley Road & Aster Road
Riley Road
đŖ Get Involved
We want to hear your thoughts!
đ Review the consultation plans and FAQ document available on this page
đ§ Email us at: traffic@canning.wa.gov.au
đŦ Share Your Feedback
Your input helps shape safer streets in our community. Please submit your feedback using the form below or via email.
đī¸ Consultation closes Friday 22 August 2025
đ Thank You
Thank you for being part of Your Say – your voice matters in making our roads safer!
The City of Canning is seeking your feedback on a proposal to enhance safety at the intersection of Renou Street and Gerard Street in East Cannington.
This intersection has been identified as high-risk, with 12 crashes reported over the past five years – including one involving injury.
Key Safety Risks:
Unsafe vehicle speeds along Gerrard Street through the intersection
Limited visibility due to poor lighting and constrained sight lines
Unclear vehicle manoeuvres
Multiple conflict points with intersecting vehicle movements
Over-represented right angle crashes
Pedestrian and cyclist movements
Maintaining public transport access
Significant above ground infrastructure
Vehicle movements from abutting property accesses
đ ī¸ Proposed Safety Upgrades
To address these issues, the City has secured State Government funding through the Black Spot Program, which supports road safety projects with a proven crash history or high potential for future incidents.
Planned Works:
Raised intersection construction at the two T-intersections of Gerard Street and Renou Street đ§
Upgraded lighting to improve visibility and enhance safety at night đĄ
Resurfacing Renou Street from Gerard Street to Lacey Street with minor road improvements đ
â Expected Benefits
These upgrades are proven to effectively:
Reduce the rate and severity of crashes
Mitigate reckless driving and travel speeds
Improve safety for all road users – including pedestrians and cyclists
Promote safer driving behaviour
Promote compliance with intersection regulatory controls
Enhance visibility and night-time safety
Help prevent the likelihood of serious injuries or fatal crashes
Improve gap acceptance
âšī¸ About the Black Spot Program
The Black Spot Program is a national road safety initiative that funds improvements at locations with a history of crashes or high risk of future incidents.
Other City of Canning projects funded through the Australian and State Government Black Spot Program for the 2025–2026 financial year include:
Ferndale Crescent & Metcalfe Road
Manning Road & Wyong Road
Pine Tree Gully Road
Apsley Road & Aster Road
Riley Road
đŖ Get Involved
We want to hear your thoughts!
đ Review the consultation plans and FAQ document available on this page
đ§ Email us at: traffic@canning.wa.gov.au
đŦ Share Your Feedback
Your input helps shape safer streets in our community. Please submit your feedback using the form below or via email.
đī¸ Consultation closes Friday 22 August 2025
đ Thank You
Thank you for being part of Your Say – your voice matters in making our roads safer!
