IT'S something we at the Daily News have covered far too many times - a collision at the infamous Eight Mile section that has left somebody seriously injured or dead.

As soon as our reporters hear of a crash on that stretch of the Cunningham Hwy, our minds instantly turn to the worst-case scenario because collisions at this site are often fatal.

When such a tragedy occurs at this Eight Mile, the whole town is touched and moved by the tragedy.

One such instance was the 2011 crash that claimed the life of loved teacher, Jane Ezzy.

Tributes poured in for the popular Assumption College teacher who was killed instantly in a collision with a truck.

In covering Jane's story - and all those of serious crashes at the Eight Mile - The Daily News could see the grief that was rippling through our community.

Witnessing first-hand the pain these crashes cause, the Daily News realised it was time to take a stand.

We have since been vocal in calling for change at the site and campaigning to have our local, state and federal governments get behind our cause and make our Eight Mile safer.

Mayor Peter Blundell and Leader of the Opposition Lawrence Springborg have both publicly declared their support for change, with an overpass or large roundabout often floated as the two most plausible solutions.

Despite the support for both options, neither seems likely to happen in the immediate future.

However, there have been several changes at the Eight Mile in past years, including a reduced speed zone and additional signage and lights.

And there are indications these have started to make a difference.

The Daily News will continue to follow the issue of this troublesome intersection and will keep you informed on the latest developments on the Eight Mile intersection.