GRANT District Mayor Richard Sage has expressed frustration over vandalism to road signs after a number of markers were targeted along the Riddoch Highway near Tarpeena.
Significant damage has forced the signage to be replaced along the busy stretch of road, with vandalism of signs – including significant holes and dents – stretching along the major highway.
Grant District Mayor Richard Sage said the vandalism remained a continuous issue across the region.
“The government spends a lot of money on signs and when some are damaged by vandalism it is very disappointing,” he said.
Mr Sage said damaged signs can be dangerous for road users, with obstructed visibility of sign information potentially hazardous, especially during weather events or at night.
“Grant council has a staff member working on signage and replacements all year around,” the mayor said.
“They are upgrading and inspecting signs but when the damage is purposely done, it is very disappointing.”
With road signs expected to have a longer life span, Mr Sage condemned the vandalism, stating council would look to work with the State Government to provide more signage for road users.
“We are looking at upgrading and using our staff or local contractors to increase road signs around the district,” Mr Sage said.
Mr Sage said vandalism came at a cost to the three tiers of government.
“Vandalising signs is a waste of resources for the governing bodies,” he said.
“We should be maintaining what we already have, but when it is damaged on purpose it is terribly disappointing.”
Mr Sage encouraged residents to think about the “ramifications” of their actions before performing acts of vandalism on public property.
