Connectivity in a Growing City
Melbourne’s West is one of Australia’s fastest growing regions, which is leading to a strained road and public transport networks. Infrequent public transport services, poor intermodal connectivity and indirect bus routes, lead to greater levels of car dependence.
The City of Maribyrnong sits at the gateway to the western suburbs. Our community is directly impacted by the significant amount of through traffic travelling between the Port of Melbourne, Melbourne CBD to other western municipalities.
Our City hosts a number of busy arterial roads that bring excessive truck traffic through the municipality and present safety concerns for vulnerable road users. Because these roads are state-owned, Council’s ability to act is limited without direct support from the Victorian Government.
Being at the gateway to the west, Maribyrnong bears the brunt of through traffic between the CBD and Port of Melbourne to outer western suburbs, resulting in increased air pollution and risks to pedestrian and cyclist safety. However, Council has limited control over the municipality’s busiest roads to improve safety as they are managed by the state government.
Action and investment that improves connectivity and improves transport choices will result in a less congested Maribyrnong.
Our Asks
Traffic signals along Hampstead Road, Maidstone
Council requests State Government funding for a fully signalised intersection to ensure this important infrastructure upgrade is delivered.
Traffic signals along Hopkins Steet, Footscray
Council requests State Government funding for a fully signalised intersection to ensure this important infrastructure upgrade is delivered.
Pedestrian Traffic Lights on Francis Street, Yarraville, at Stony Creek
Council requests State Government funding for the installation of a pedestrian operated signal on Francis Street, safely linking Stony Creek pedestrian and cycling paths east of Hawkhurst Street.
Williamstown Road Pedestrian and Cyclist Safety Monitoring
Council seeks to collaborate with the State Government to monitor and address safety concerns that may arise from additional truck traffic along Williamstown Road after the West Gate Tunnel opening.
Williamstown Road Truck Curfews and Bans
Council supports truck curfews along Williamstown Road, particularly overnight and on weekends, to help reduce noise, pollution, and safety risks for residents.
Footscray Transport Interchange
Council urges the Victorian Government to take immediate action to fund the Detailed Design Scheme for the Footscray Transport Interchange along Irving Street and provides a clear timeline for construction to ensure the precinct can safely and efficiently accommodate future demand.
New and Increased Bus Services
Council asks the State Government to:
- Implementation Infrastructure Victoria’s recommendation for a bus rapid transit route between Highpoint Maribyrnong and Tarneit, via Ashley Street and Tottenham railway station.
- Introduce bus reform to provide fast, frequent and direct services.
Western extension of Tram Network
- A Sunshine to Highpoint high-frequency and high-capacity public transport connection.
- Construction of accessible tram stops along all of route 82.
- Plan for the extension of tram route 57 into the Maribyrnong Defence site.
Strategic Cycling Corridor and Access
Council will continue to seek funding to support key Active Transport initiatives along major corridors and connections to the West GateTunnel Cycling Veloway.