Wednesday, 27 November 2024

 Roma BRITNELL (South-West Coast) presented a petition bearing 1200 signatures:

Issue:

This petition of residents in Victoria draws to the attention of the Legislative Assembly We, the undersigned, are concerned about the proposed introduction of new V/Line Velocity train sets on the Melbourne to Warrnambool line. The state government’s current plan to introduce three-carriage trains will result in a significant reduction in service capacity when compared to the existing N-class train sets, which provide more space and better amenities. This reduction will negatively impact travellers from the southwest region, who already face limited public transport services.

Action:

The petitioners therefore request that the Legislative Assembly calls on the Government to ensure that the new V/Line Velocity train sets match or exceed the capacity and amenities of the current N-class train sets. We call for the proposed three-carriage trains to be replaced with six-carriage sets with the same amenities as the current N-class train sets to meet the needs of growing southwest communities and maintain service standards.

Ordered that petition be considered tomorrow.