Pedestrian crossing approved for Carroll College Students

At the ESC Monthly meeting on Tuesday, Council resolved to allow for Carroll College students to be able to walk and ride to school with a trial crossing across George Bass Drive near the Broulee Road roundabout.

Carrol College Principal Andrew Keneally and Father Joshua Scott both presented to council on the issue.

A resolution from Council in 1994, resolved to prohibit pupil cycle or pedestrian access to the school. Since then traffic conditions have changed with school zones in place and the new roundabout.

The intention is to run the trial for the duration of terms 2, 3 and 4 of 2026

.The College is proposing to mow and maintain a grass pathway along the western side of George Bass Drive from the school to the roundabout at Broulee Road. This is to allow students to walk and ride but exclude e-bikes, scooters or motorized personal transportation devices. The College is also proposing signage at the roundabout notifying road users of pedestrian refuge in combination with pavement marking “Look out before you step out” to support safe vehicle and pedestrian interactions. This, in addition to dedicated staff supervision at the new gate before and after school to assist with student movement ensuring safe entry and exit.

The College said “We’re thrilled to announce that Eurobodalla Shire Council has approved a new pedestrian crossing at the corner of George Bass Drive and Broulee Road, starting from Term 2, 2026.

This crossing will make it safer and easier for students to walk or cycle to school, supporting healthy habits and greater independence. Please note: e-bikes, scooters, and other motorised transport won’t be permitted.“