Wednesday, 3 June 2026

 Brad BATTIN (Berwick) (14:35): (1660) My question is to the Minister for Roads and Road Safety. What advice has the minister received regarding the proposed extension of Thompsons Road through to Cardinia, particularly in relation to the opportunities for this project to create local jobs, employment and economic growth in the Pakenham area and Berwick area? Thompsons Road is a road that many have already seen cause delays. People cannot get home, but the biggest issue is the connection between Casey and Cardinia going over the river. We know there has been lots of study and research done on that, not just in relation to jobs but making sure people can get home earlier, as well as the potential to open up to 40,000 jobs through the growth corridor down there. I would like to ask what advice the minister has received.