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Auckland Transport has announced proposed plans to convert a dangerous intersection in Onehunga to either a signalised intersection or a roundabout.

Residents living near the intersection of Arthur Street and Selwyn Street are concerned about the frequent accidents and near-misses. Many accidents have occurred here, including cars crashing onto a nearby property. The main reason for the accidents is impatient motorists disregarding the stop signs on either side on Arthur Street.

Senior Media Specialist at Auckland Transport, Natalie Polley, says, “Improving the safety of this intersection is currently on our programme being investigated. The preferred option is to convert the intersection to either a signalised intersection or roundabout. We will be working with Eke Panuku to make sure any work is aligned with what they are planning.”

Even though Natalie says there is no set timeline, “it would be in the next financial year if it goes ahead, and is subject to the usual funding processes. The proposal is currently on the list for delivery under the next National Land Transport Programme (NLTP).”

Media Manager at Eke Panuku, Lisa Franklin, is aware of the safety improvements at this intersection.

“While any work there isn’t part of our Waiapu Precinct project, we are aware of AT’s plans, and they ours. It’s part of the normal process to liaise with them to ensure the timing of any works in this area align, so there’s minimal disruption to surrounding residents and businesses.”

Ria Pou, who lives on the corner of Selwyn and Arthur Streets, says things haven’t changed much since the first article was published in the Onehunga Community News in March.

“It just proves that there are some really uncaring and inconsiderate motorists who put others at risk, especially during school finish times.”

Another reader, Adam, walks through the intersection every day to and from work. “It’s a death trap and only a matter of time before someone is killed, or seriously injured there.”