THE state government has provided funding to help the safety of Busselton students.
Mr Barnett announced on Thursday the state government would provide $300,000 for a bus slip lane for the schools on College Avenue.
The City of Busselton will use the money to provide the separate drop off and pick up area.
“Currently, significant congestion occurs on College Avenue and the internal road network that services the schools,” Mr Barnett said.
“This seriously compromises the safety of students and drivers.”
The Premier said the school was accessed by 30 buses each morning and afternoon transporting students from various locations outside of Busselton - including Margaret River and Capel.
“There is a significant level of conflict between buses and pedestrians as well as general traffic on College Avenue,” Mr Barnett said.
“Traffic is often banked up in this area with cars and buses blocking the roundabout,” he said.
Mr Barnett said that as the schools grew, the problem would likely worsen.
“Over the next few years the combined school population is forecast to be around 1,500 students,” the Premier said.
The council is currently finalising its planning and approvals and construction is expected to commence later this financial year.
