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In response to complaints about speeding in Heatherbank Terrace, the Council undertook traffic surveys which confirmed that traffic speeds were too high and intervention was warranted.

In June 2016 the Driveway Entry was installed on Heatherbank Terrace between the intersections of Wurinya Avenue and Karri Street after the majority of respondents supported this. This location was chosen as it was on the approach to the steepest section of road and is approximately midway. Concerns were then raised by non-Heatherbank Terrace residents regarding the Driveway Entry including inconvenience and perceptions relating to safety. Following further community consultation, the Driveway Entry Link was removed in August 2017.

In October 2017 Council again consulted with residents to gauge support for an alternative traffic calming measure. Council sought feedback on two options for a nine month trial of either a full or part road closure. There were over 100 responses and the majority did not support a full closure of Heatherbank Terrace and 84 per cent also did not support a part closure of the terrace.

The results of this consultation were reviewed at the 28 November Council Meeting and Council resolved to not support a trial closure of Heatherbank Terrace. Overall, there was low support from the Stonyfell community for either a full or part trial closure. The perception and reason given, for both options, was that the closures would transfer a problem from one road to another; redirect speeding vehicles; increase traffic volumes on Allendale Grove and raise safety issues for pedestrians, pets and wildlife. There were also comments that smaller side roads, like Mingara Avenue, are narrow and perceived as not suitable for an increased volume of traffic.

In February 2018, Council installed a solar powered, radar activated LED sign that displays the speed to the driver of an approaching vehicle.

The speed is capped at 60 km/h to discourage hoon driving. A speed limit reminder sign has also been installed to remind drivers of the correct speed. The signs are located on Heatherbank Terrace adjacent to Heatherbank Reserve on the steepest part of the terrace facing west bound downhill traffic.

Traffic speed surveys were undertaken pre installation of the signs. Further traffic speed surveys will be undertaken following the installation. Another survey is due to take place at six months post the installation to assess the success or otherwise of the signs. These surveys will assist Council in determining the future of the signs and potential expansion to other streets.