South-Eastern Metropolitan Region
David LIMBRICK (South-Eastern Metropolitan) (12:46): (401) My question is for the Minister for Transport and Infrastructure. Many constituents have contacted my office to express their frustrations with the increased traffic congestion brought about by simultaneous major road projects happening all over the region. The Narre Warren-Cranbourne Road project has closed so many adjoining streets that getting through this main thoroughfare is a complete nightmare. With the recent closure of Linsell Boulevard – at both ends, I might add – traffic has become so backed up it is flooding into residential streets within the Hunt Club estate, including on bus routes used by children commuting to and from school, which is very dangerous. The Clyde Road duplication project can barely keep up with the booming development in the area. Journeys which used to take 10 minutes are now close to an hour. As the population increases in these areas it is critical that they remain accessible, especially for emergency services. Minister, what is the government doing to relieve the increased congestion brought about by these numerous projects?