Runnymede Gate Project Update

Community consultation for the Runnymede Gate project was completed in April 2025, with results showing overall support.

The City is now working closely with the consultant and progressing through the design phase. The proposed timeline for the project is:

Design Completion: By June 2026

Construction completion: 2026–27 Financial Year

Background

We've assessed Runnymede Gate in response to concerns raised by the local community. Traffic surveys recorded 85th percentile speeds reaching 63km/h, exceeding the 50 km/h limit by 26%, and there is a noticeable "rat-running" traffic pattern, where drivers use Runnymede Gate to bypass arterial routes and avoid busier intersections. Crash statistics show that more than 20 crashes have occurred along above-mentioned segment in the past five years, with 7 crashes resulting in medical or hospital severity. In addition, this segment serves as critical corridor for cyclists and pedestrians walking to Wellard Village.

In response to these challenges, the City has secured funding from the Main Roads WA Black Spot Funding program for this project, with detailed design scheduled for the 2025-26 financial year, with construction planned for the 2026-27 financial year.

What’s Being Proposed?
We’re proposing to install Raised Road Safety platforms along the above-mentioned segment. These low-profile, Watts profile safety platforms are designed to:

• Reduce vehicle speeds and accidents
• Be cost-effective to install and maintain
• Help reduce traffic volumes and discourage through traffic
• Provide a visual cue for drivers to slow down and adjust to a safer driving environment

(An example of the proposed Watts Profile Safety Platforms)

Compared to traditional speed humps, these watts profile safety platforms will provide smoother transitions, reduce noise, improve emergency vehicle access, and enhance drainage. While they may add a minute or two to your travel time, the safety benefits for everyone—drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists—are well worth it.

Share your experience

It is important that the people that live and work in these areas can share their experience in relation to traffic issues in their local neighbourhood. We want to insert this knowledge in the design process, to create traffic plans to address local issues.

Questions or queries?
	Call (08) 9439 0200
	Email customer@kwinana.wa.gov.au

We understand that changes like this can raise questions, and we’re here to address any concerns you might have. Our goal is to work together with the community to make the best decisions for everyone’s safety and well-being.

Thank you for taking the time to consider this important matter. We look forward to hearing from you!