Victorian roads 'not good enough', premier says amid pothole pledge
Victorian Premier Ben Carroll says the government will double the number of potholes it fixes this year to 500,000, at a cost of $352 million.
The Victorian government has pledged to double the number of potholes it repairs on the state's roads this year, from 250,000 to 500,000, at a cost of $352 million. This increased spending, announced by Premier Ben Carroll, is being partly funded by delaying three level crossing removals by one year. The plan aims to fix 500,000 potholes by the end of January, up from the previous commitment of 250,000.
The issue of deteriorating road conditions has become a significant election topic, particularly for regional Victorians who have complained about spending registration rebates on fixing tyre damage caused by potholes. Premier Carroll emphasized that the condition of the roads is not good enough and that he has made commonsense decisions to ensure the money is spent wisely.
The extra funding will target key arterial roads, including the Geelong Ring Road, Western Highway, Calder Highway, and Princes Highway, as well as regional roads. Opposition Leader Jess Wilson has pledged $5 billion over four years for road maintenance if her party is elected.
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