School crossings: what we need to know

My CrossSafe initiative in the Churchlands Electorate has already seen some significant shifts in the road safety landscape, including the move of the traffic warden unit to the Road Safety Commission.  While we have a long way to go to ensure all children can get to school safely, I am committed to this in the longer term, recently expanding the reach of CrossSafe throughout WA.  I have more plans for early in 2027 and will share how you can be involved soon.

In the meantime, I have had assurance from the new Minister for Road Safety, Jessica Stojkovski MLA.

School crossings: what we need to know

School crossings are surveyed every five years to check they still meet the criteria.  Surveys consider weather, school events, exam periods and proximity to school holidays, so the results reflect a typical picture of crossing use. The data is then assessed against the criteria and submitted to the Children's Crossings and Road Safety Committee, and schools receive written advice on the results.

The Minister has given me her assurance that existing school crossings will not be removed unless they are being replaced by a signalised pedestrian crossing. If a crossing is approved for conversion, Main Roads WA sets the timing based on traffic and safety assessments, a Traffic Warden stays in place until works begin, and your school will be kept informed throughout.

The Road Safety Commission is available to work with schools to clarify application requirements or talk through the review process and results. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact childrenscrossingsunitsmail@police.wa.gov.au.