Council crews will be carrying out a range of upgrade works at Ernest Street, Erina between Erina High and Woodport Public School, making it safer for student drop-off and pick-up.

In partnership with the Department of Education, the project will see the installation of a new roundabout, road reconstruction, kerb and guttering, and footpath and landscaping works.

Additional kerb-side parking along Ernest Street will also be provided, as well as the rationalisation of the bus zones to provide and an extra ‘kiss & ride’ area, to ensure pedestrian and motorist safety during busy school pick-up and drop-off times.

The project has been funded through a $435,000 grant from the Department of Education, with Council contributing $215,000 through its Capital Works Program.

During the construction period, we would encourage motorists to take care if driving nearby, and take note of warning signs to notify of any changes to traffic conditions.

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