Frequently asked questions

Every PAC includes an audible warning device. The various sounds that these devices make, particularly helps vision impaired people to locate and use the crossing. The volume of the sound is determined by the background noise at the location of the crossing. For safety reasons, the sound must be above the background noise. This ensures the sound can be heard clearly by pedestrian crossing users, while limiting noise as much as possible around the crossings for residents.

Pedestrian actuated crossings are installed in accordance with the relevant Australian Standards and meet the Disability Discrimination Act 1992 (DDA) compliance standards. Audible warning device sound levels are set at the mandated levels for safety as required by Australian Standards.

It is anticipated that the PAC will create additional gaps in traffic on Springbank Road and assist drivers turning onto or off of Springbank Road.

Works are expected to commence in September 2025, with completion in March 2026. Some early works may be undertaken in preparation for major works.

Advance notice will be provided before any works commence.

It is always safer to cross at a PAC if there is one available. By law, you must cross at a crossing if there is one within 20 metres. Drivers must not park within 20 metres of the approach to a pedestrian crossing or within 10 metres after passing it.