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Broadmeadows #32 Pro
A 10.9 km two-stage route from Broadmeadows VicRoads, taking about 20 minutes through Broadmeadows, Dallas, and Coolaroo. This route has the fewest roundabouts (2) but the most give way junctions (29) and traffic signals (3) at this centre. With 16 bike lanes, it also has the highest cyclist exposure. Speed reaches 80 km/h on Pascoe Vale Road.
Watch Out For
- 29 give way junctions. The most at this centre. Dense throughout the Pearcedale Parade area and the western Timboon Crescent residential loop.
- 16 bike lanes. The most at this centre. Coleraine Street corridor has heavy cyclist activity. Check mirrors before every turn.
- Barry Road to Pascoe Vale Road (80 km/h). Extended high-speed section. The speed change from 80 to 60 km/h entering residential areas needs early braking.
- School zones in the western loop. Two school zones near Johnstone Street. 40 km/h during school hours.
Route Features
- 12 left turns, 11 right turns, 2 roundabouts, 3 sets of traffic lights.
- Only 2 roundabouts, the fewest at this centre. Route #31 has 12.
- 29 give way junctions, the most at this centre.
- 3 traffic signals, the most at this centre.
- 16 bike lanes, the most at this centre.
- Speed range: 40-80 km/h with extended 80 km/h sections.
Test Manoeuvres
- Kerbside stop near Longford Crescent in Coolaroo.
Key Tips
- With only 2 roundabouts, this route focuses on give-way skills and signal awareness. Know your give-way-to-the-right rules thoroughly.
- The western loop via Rosebud Crescent has winding streets. Maintain 50 km/h and watch for pedestrians.
- At 16 bike lanes, this is the most cyclist-intensive route at this centre. Every left turn requires a mirror and head check.
Step-by-Step Directions (2 stages)
Stage 1
| 1 | Drive northeast. | 17 m | |
| 2 | Turn left. | 33 m | |
| 3 | Turn right onto Pearcedale Parade. | 295 m | |
| 4 | Make a right U-turn to stay on Pearcedale Parade. | 138 m | |
| 5 | Turn left onto Dimboola Road. | 295 m | |
| 6 | Turn left onto Pascoe Vale Road/35. | 2.4 km | |
| 7 | Turn right onto Barry Road. | 632 m | |
| 8 | Turn left onto Longford Crescent. | 146 m | |
| 9 | Turn right onto Digby Court. | 135 m |
Stage 2
| 1 | Drive west on Digby Court. | 132 m | |
| 2 | Turn left onto Longford Crescent. | 146 m | |
| 3 | Turn right onto Barry Road. | 533 m | |
| 4 | Turn left onto Pascoe Vale Road/35. | 2.4 km | |
| 5 | Turn right onto Dimboola Road. | 751 m | |
| 6 | Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Dimboola Road. | 192 m | |
| 7 | Turn right onto Heywood Crescent. | 170 m | |
| 8 | Turn left onto Bathurst Street. | 118 m | |
| 9 | Turn left onto Ripplebrook Drive. | 175 m | |
| 10 | Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Dimboola Road. | 83 m | |
| 11 | Turn right onto Timboon Crescent. | 88 m | |
| 12 | Turn left onto Benambra Street. | 124 m | |
| 13 | Turn right onto Merricks Street. | 265 m | |
| 14 | Turn right onto Rosebud Crescent. | 335 m | |
| 15 | Turn left onto Ripplebrook Drive. | 260 m | |
| 16 | Turn left onto Johnstone Street/48. | 830 m | |
| 17 | Turn left onto Pearcedale Parade. | 143 m | |
| 18 | Turn right. | 51 m | |
| 19 | Turn right. | 21 m |
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