As a part of Victoria’s Big Build, Hallam North and Heatherton Road were upgraded, with works beginning in September 2020 and completed in late 2022.

The upgrade included the duplication of Hallam North Road, upgraded intersections, and new walking and cycling paths.

The works consisted of

• The duplication of Hallam North Road from two lanes to four lanes (two lanes in each direction) with central median.
• Intersection upgrade and signalisation of the Hallam North and Heatherton Road intersection to replace the existing roundabout.
• Upgraded signalised intersection with Thomas Mitchell Drive to improve access and safety.
• Provision of new signalised intersection with Heatherton Village Shopping Centre and Heatherton Road.
• Dedicated turn lanes and U-turn facilities.
• New and upgraded SUPs along both sides of Hallam North Road and Heatherton Road for project length.
• Stormwater and sub-surface drainage design and flood modelling.
• Road works, earthworks, retaining wall design, street lighting, safety barriers, new shared paths, traffic signals and associated works.
• Relocation and protection of utility services.
• Landscaping, urban design and associated works.

BG&E identified and proposed several road improvements – including the signalisation of a shopping centre access.

The upgrade has improved traffic flow and eased congestion at the Heatherton Road intersection, improved accessibility to the freeway network, made it easier for the local community to walk or cycle in the local area, and lowered the risk and severity of crashes by adding safety barriers.