The proposed upgrade followed concerns raised by police about pedestrian safety along Horton Parade, between Ocean Street and Cornmeal Parade.
Transport and Main Roads Minister Mark Bailey said design had started on the $1.8 million-dollar project to make the intersection safer for all road users.
The stated improvements include
- A new signalised crossing on Beach Road that will provide an additional crossing point
- Improvements to existing crossings on Maroochydore Road, Horton Parade and Ocean Street.
- Fencing along the Horton Parade median from Ocean Street to Cornmeal Parade