Canberra to be even better connected under updated transport strategy


Released 18/12/2018

Autonomous vehicle trials, better walking and cycling infrastructure and faster rail to Sydney are all part of an updated ACT transport strategy, released for public comment today.

The Moving Canberra 2019-2045 Integrated Transport Strategy considers how to deliver a vision for Canberra’s future transport experience that is modern, sustainable, integrated and provides real alternatives to driving.

“We need to keep improving and innovating our transport network to ensure Canberra continues to be one of the world’s most liveable cities,” Minister for Transport Meegan Fitzharris said.

“We’re getting ready for a city which will be home to 500,000 people by 2030, so to protect our liveability we need transport networks that provide genuine alternatives to the car.

“This updated transport strategy builds on recent achievements including commencing construction on the first stage of light rail and building a bigger and better bus network, and it outlines the strategic policies that will underpin our future transport needs.”

The Strategy complements the recently released ACT Planning Strategy and outlines a number of possible actions over the short, medium and long term. It is also underpinned by an ACT Movement and Place Framework, which will ensure we deliver transport solutions for all road users and communities.

Some of the actions the Strategy looks at include:

  • setting aside land for high speed rail to Sydney;
  • reducing pollution from cars, buses and trucks;
  • separating walking and cycling paths;
  • undertaking further autonomous vehicle trials;
  • moving to a cashless public transport system;
  • conducting a review of bike share; and
  • undertaking a pre-feasibility study of proposed future light rail alignments.

“The Strategy includes some bold actions for us to consider into the future, and also reaffirms a number of commitments the Government has already made to ensure our city is better connected.

“It’s important to recognise that a number of the action items within the Strategy fall across several different Government portfolios and will also depend on cooperation with the community, industry and other stakeholders to deliver the best outcome.

“That’s why we have now opened the Strategy up for a period of consultation, so people can provide input and we can ensure the Strategy reflects a shared commitment to better transport for Canberra,” Minister Fitzharris added.

The Strategy is now open for consultation. Following consultation an implementation plan will be developed.

To help shape the priorities in the Strategy go to YourSay website.

Consultation will close on 8 March 2019.

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