Anyone who walks, drives or catches a bus through the intersection of Gladesville Road, Joubert Street and Church Street in Hunters Hill knows it can be a challenging spot, particularly during busy periods. After community consultation and design refinement, Transport for NSW has confirmed a set of safety improvements aimed at reducing congestion and making crossings safer, especially for students and pedestrians heading to nearby bus stops.
Construction is expected to begin in early 2026, following several months of consultation with Hunters Hill Council and the local community.
Why This Intersection Was Flagged
The intersection experiences heavy congestion due to the way traffic currently moves through the area. It also sits close to schools, shops and public transport, meaning pedestrians frequently cross at points where traffic volumes are high.
Transport for NSW identified particular safety concerns for students crossing the Burns Bay Road exit ramp and Joubert Street (north) when accessing bus stops nearby. Feedback from Council and residents highlighted the need for clearer, safer crossing points without significantly restricting local vehicle access.
What Was Proposed and What Changed
Initial concepts shared with the community included changes to traffic movements at Joubert Street south, including removing some turning options to reduce conflict between vehicles and pedestrians.
Community feedback showed strong support for improved pedestrian crossings and lighting, but also raised concerns about access and traffic flow if certain turns were removed. Following the consultation period, Transport for NSW revised the design to address those concerns.
The Final Design
The final plan keeps the right-hand turn from Joubert Street south onto Gladesville Road, responding directly to feedback received during consultation.
The project will be delivered in two stages:
- Stage one will install a pedestrian island that blocks through traffic from Joubert Street south to the Burns Bay Road on-ramp.
- Stage two will deliver two new pedestrian crossings and new lighting to improve visibility and safety.
The new pedestrian crossings will be located:
- Across Joubert Street north, near the Hunters Hill Hotel
- Across the Burns Bay Road entry ramp
Kerb ramps and upgraded lighting will support safer access for pedestrians of all ages.
What Happens Next
Transport for NSW is finalising the detailed design and preparing for construction, which is expected to start in early 2026. Community updates will be provided before works begin and as the project progresses.
While the intersection will continue to function as a key traffic route through Hunters Hill, the changes are intended to improve safety outcomes while maintaining reasonable access for drivers, pedestrians and public transport users.
Published 5-December-2025