Duplication works complete on Hume Drive

Published on 12 December 2024

Works to duplicate Hume Drive in Taylors Hill are complete.

The project has increased the section of Hume Drive between Gourlay Road and Calder Park Drive from two lanes to four and saw the installation of a new road median.

The duplication will help to reduce congestion, particularly during peak times, and make this section of Hume Drive safer for drivers, cyclists and pedestrians.

The project included realignment of the road, shared paths and footpath links, new public lighting, upgraded bus stops, new turning lanes and landscaping, with 240 mature native trees and 7,000 ground cover and shrubs planted.

Works commenced in January this year and have been completed ahead of the scheduled completion of early 2025.

Melton City Council fully funded and delivered the $8.8 million project.

Quotes attributable to City of Melton Mayor Cr Steve Abboushi

“As our city grows, we are committed to upgrading our roads to make it easier for people in our community to get to where they need to go.”

“The duplication of Hume Drive between Gourlay Road and Calder Park Drive will make travelling by car, bike or foot safer and easier.’’

“We thank residents for their patience while these important works were completed.”