Congestion eased at north-eastern intersection

The new and improved Nottage Terrace and North East Road intersection has opened to traffic, easing congestion and improving traffic flow in north-eastern Adelaide.

The north side of Nottage Terrace has been widened to accommodate two left-turn lanes onto North East Road.

The upgrade has improved pedestrian crossings and traffic islands at the intersection, including new pedestrian crossing lights and ramps, new line marking, and a new eastbound bike lane on Nottage Terrace.

These works complement the nearby $19 million Main North Road and Nottage Terrace (‘Scotty’s Corner’) Junction Upgrade, which was jointly funded by the Australian and South Australian governments, each contributing $9.5 million, and was completed in December 2021.

While delivering the Scotty’s Corner project, the South Australian Department for Infrastructure and Transport received feedback from the community that an upgrade was also required at the Nottage Terrace and North East Road intersection.

The department listened to this feedback and engaged in community consultation regarding the concept design for this subsequent upgrade.

As a result of feedback received during this consultation, on-street parking along Nottage Terrace was retained where possible and the right turn from Stephen Terrace into North East Road was retained as part of the upgrade.

Some minor works including the installation of line marking, footpaths, landscaping and street lighting will continue.

Speed and lane restrictions will remain in place during these works.

Following the reconfiguration of the intersection, motorists are advised to take extra care when driving through the area and be aware of the changed traffic conditions.

The $6 million North East Road and Nottage Terrace Intersection Upgrade was also jointly funded by the Australian and South Australian governments, with each contributing $3 million, and has supported approximately 10 full-time-equivalent jobs over the life of the project.

Quotes attributable to Federal Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government Catherine King:

“Good infrastructure investment creates jobs, builds opportunity and unlocks economic growth and productivity.

“The Australian Government’s total commitment of $12.5 million to works on Nottage Terrace is a boon for motorists using this intersection.

“This is all about addressing the heavy congestion that existed as traffic queued to turn left from Nottage Terrace onto North East Road, resulting in lengthy delays for traffic particularly during the afternoon peak period.”

Quotes attributable to SA Minister for Infrastructure and Transport Tom Koutsantonis:

With the upgrade of the Nottage Terrace and North East Road intersection now open to traffic, the 62,000 vehicles that use the intersection each day will experience improved traffic flow.

“Previously, road users would experience heavy congestion at this intersection during morning and afternoon peaks, with queues banking up along Nottage Terrace with vehicles needing to turn left onto North East Road.

“During the five-year period between 2016 and 2020 there were 50 reported crashes at the intersection, which is unacceptable.

“The newly installed second left turn lane from Nottage Terrace onto North East will help alleviate congestion.

"Thanks to feedback from nearby residents, on-street parking has been maintained wherever possible and the capacity to turn right from Stephen Terrace onto North East Road has also been retained.”

Quotes attributable to Steve Georganas MP, Federal Member for Adelaide:

"The upgrade at the intersection of Nottage Terrace and North East Road will benefit many commuters along this busy stretch of road in my electorate of Adelaide.

“Many constituents had raised their concerns around the congested traffic flow along Nottage Terrace, and I was happy to advocate on their behalf.

“I am pleased that these upgrades will alleviate congestion and improve travelling conditions for locals and commuters alike.”