Roundabout work was underground

., Woy Woy, would not be able to appreciate all the work required in its construction.

Apart from all the surface preparations and finishing off, most of the work was underground.

As near neighbours we have seen almost daily how much time was required to relocate sewerage, drainage and other services.

Quite contrary to the perception that "workers were there for about 10-15 days" (Liz Higgins, Peninsula News, Dec 23), we saw them on the job well before the start of 7am and on the job all day, even in showery weather.

The teamwork between machines and workers was good to see.

We appreciated their co-operation in enabling the safe movement of local traffic, both vehicular and pedestrian.

They were a friendly group to have around.

Sure, "a little garden on the inside" might look attractive, but it could also be a distraction and obstruct drivers' signals and intentions.

We understand this corner has confused drivers for years resulting in confrontations and accidents.

Since its opening, the flow of traffic has been smoother.

Semi-trailers, buses and larger vehicles like delivery trucks can make simpler manoeuvres without holding up other traffic.

We can't comment on comparative costs, but we expect the benefits will be useful long after the cost has been forgotten.

Actually, we reckon it is quite attractive.

Email, 2 Jan 2011 Russell and Ann Thompson, Woy Woy