first report (30 Sept 2010):
http://roadrepair.blogspot.com/2010/09/fwd-hazard-cromer-parade.html
Second report (5 Oct 2010):
http://roadrepair.blogspot.com/2010/10/hazards-cromer-prd.html
The overhanging trees force a cyclist to ride 3 metres from the kerb, putting them at risk of collision from passing vehicles, or causing aggravation from drivers having to drive slowly behind the cyclist.
The road surface is very bad (patches and potholes), with many places having a dip or bump exceeding 20mm. This is not appropriate for a cycleway as road surfaces with excess of 20mm faults cause damage, risk injury, and puts the cyclist at risk of collision from passing vehicles not expecting the cyclist to change their line of travel to avoid impact, or as a result of impact with a road surface fault.
Unley Council is now liable for any injury or damage claim in regards to this road.
A case for liability can be presented in regards to any road in the Unley Council district as the lack of action to address hazards would be "Factual Causation" in the event of a claim on any road.
Don't shoot the messenger - remove the hazards or accept liability.
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