Brimbank City Council is calling on the State Government to urgently commit to duplicating Taylors Road, as congestion and safety concerns continue to escalate along one of the west’s most heavily used corridors.
Brimbank Mayor Cr Virginia Tachos said the community has been clear; Taylors Road is no longer fit for purpose.
“Congestion on Taylors Road is becoming unbearable — and unsafe.
“Council has heard our community, and we are calling on the State Government to take this issue seriously and deliver the investment the west deserves.”
Duplicating Taylors Road is one of Council’s key advocacy priorities, reflecting long-term community feedback and the need to support Brimbank’s rapidly growing residential, commercial and industrial areas.
To strengthen this advocacy, Council will launch a Community Call for Action in the new year. The campaign will gather stories and real-life experiences from residents, which will be shared directly with major political parties ahead of the upcoming State election.
“Our community has outgrown this road,” Mayor Tachos said.
“The people who use Taylors Road every day understand the impacts better than anyone. Their stories will help us demonstrate why duplication can’t wait.”
The campaign will be promoted across Council platforms, with residents invited to describe how Taylors Road congestion affects their travel, work, family life and access to essential services.
“The west deserves major roads that are safe, reliable and built for the future,” Mayor Tachos said.
“It’s time to duplicate Taylors Road — let’s get it done.”
