It has been four years since a contentious bypass directed trucks away from Penola, opening just before COVID-19 border restrictions in a double whammy that led to lost trade for businesses, but locals say the town is bouncing back.
A bypass around Penola has made the main street quieter but only after reduced trade for local businesses.Four years after a contentious bypass opened around Penola , locals appear to agree that it has improved the amenity of the South Australian town, even if the road safety benefits are yet to be realised.
"Well, COVID and the bypass has made a real difference to the town. A lot of shops are shutting down," Ms Mooney said. "Although it cost the community and several individuals an awful lot of money, it's always worthwhile fighting, even if you don't win the fight, because you can sleep at night and say, 'Well, we tried our best, we lost out, we accept the verdict. Let's get on with life and make it work in the new environment'."Ms Castine said a roundabout at the intersection of the Riddoch Highway and Clay Wells Road could improve safety.
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