Council raises Kings Meadows Connector safety concerns

Published on 04 July 2024

City of Launceston Acting Mayor Hugh McKenzie says the Council has once again raised safety concerns regarding the Kings Meadows Connector Interchange with the Department of State Growth, following a two-vehicle crash this week.

Cr McKenzie said the Council had previously written to the Department of State Growth about safety concerns at the interchange, and had also lobbied political parties ahead of this year's State election seeking safety improvements.

"The City of Launceston is eager to see both short and long-term solutions to improve traffic flow and safety at the Kings Meadows Connector Interchange and the Council has written to the Department of State Growth again this week seeking any updates," Cr McKenzie said.

"What's clear is that the existing roundabout network configuration at this location is unable to cope with traffic demands during peak periods and this is resulting in off-ramp queues extending onto the Midland Highway lanes, creating long delays and safety issues.

"This is a high-speed highway carrying significant traffic and stationary queues at this location presents a situation where there is a high likelihood of a serious injury or fatality occurring. "The Council is eager to work with the State Government to achieve safety improvements as a priority."