Enhancing Public Safety at Pacific Werribee with HVM Bollards
Australian Bollards recently completed the supply and installation of AB-EAB Energy Absorbing Bollards across multiple locations at Pacific Werribee Shopping Centre in Hoppers Crossing, Victoria, strengthening the centre's Hostile Vehicle Mitigation (HVM) protection.
As one of Melbourne's major retail destinations, Pacific Werribee welcomes approximately 12.4 million visits annually, making pedestrian safety an important priority. With shoppers, families and vehicles moving throughout the centre every day, reliable security infrastructure plays a vital role in protecting people and surrounding facilities.
Our AB-EAB Energy Absorbing Bollards feature a specialised energy-absorbing system designed to help manage vehicle impact forces and reduce the risks associated with accidental collisions and hostile vehicle threats.
From Supply to Installation
Our team supplied and installed Energy Absorbing Bollards across designated areas of Pacific Werribee Shopping Centre, enhancing protection around pedestrian access points and areas where people and vehicles interact.
The installation involved preparing the designated areas, establishing suitable foundations and integrating the bollards into the surrounding environment. Our focus was on delivering quality products, professional installation and an effective HVM system that complements the shopping centre's everyday operations.
This project demonstrates Australian Bollards' experience in delivering specialised vehicle security solutions for busy commercial and public environments.
Why HVM Bollards Matter More Than Ever
Vehicle-related incidents at shopping centres highlight the importance of effective physical security. In August 2025, a vehicle was driven through the entrance of Morley Galleria Shopping Centre in Perth after a bollard had been removed, causing damage to the shopping centre. The incident demonstrated how vulnerable pedestrian and retail environments can become when protective barriers are compromised.
More recently, in August 2026, a vehicle struck a pedestrian before crashing into a restaurant at Westfield Knox in Melbourne, tragically resulting in a fatality. Such incidents reinforce the need to consider vehicle impact protection around shopping centres and other busy public spaces.
A properly designed Hostile Vehicle Mitigation system helps reduce the risk of vehicles entering pedestrian areas, potentially limiting injuries, damage to shopfronts and disruption to business operations. While no security barrier can eliminate every risk, appropriately selected HVM bollards provide an important additional layer of protection.
Delivering Reliable HVM Protection
Energy Absorbing Bollards help create protective boundaries between vehicle movement areas and pedestrian spaces. Their engineered energy-absorbing system is designed to manage impact forces, supporting safer environments while maintaining pedestrian accessibility.
Alongside our AB-EAB range, Australian Bollards supplies fixed, removable and automatic HVM bollard solutions, providing security options suited to different site requirements and vehicle access needs.
Committed to Keeping Australia Safe
Our work at Pacific Werribee Shopping Centre reflects Australian Bollards' commitment to improving public safety through quality security products, technical expertise and professional installation services.
From shopping centres and commercial developments to public infrastructure, we continue to deliver HVM solutions that help protect pedestrians, properties and communities across Australia.
Keep it Safe.
Keep it Local.
Keep it Australian Made.