The intersection of Molle and Collins streets is the main route used by pedestrians, runners, cyclists and families travelling along the South Hobart Rivulet Track into and out of the Hobart CBD. People use this route to access the rivulet track for recreation, communing, visiting the nearby Hamlet Café and dropping children off at the Goodstart Early Learning Centre.
The installation of traffic lights removes the sense of risk many in the community feel when crossing this two lane, one way road, especially in busy peak hour traffic.
Collins Street has been identified by the City of Hobart as a key link in the development of the city's walking and cycling network and making this crossing safer is an important step in creating a fully accessible and connected city for everyone.