Thursday, 15 August 2019

In reply to  Mr ONDARCHIE (Northern Metropolitan) (30 May 2019)

Ms PULFORD (Western Victoria—Minister for Roads, Minister for Road Safety and the TAC, Minister for Fishing and Boating):

Melbourne’s northern outer suburbs are some of the fastest growing areas in Australia. This growth is placing increasing pressure on the road network, with higher traffic volumes leading to increased travel times along roads like Mickleham Road.

Therefore, several road projects to reduce congestion and improve safety in the northern and north-western suburbs have been announced. The 2018-19 State Budget included upgrades to Craigieburn Road West, Childs Road, Epping Road and Sunbury Road.

In regards to other roads in the north-west of Melbourne like Mickleham Road, VicRoads continues to work with the Department of Transport, planning authorities including the council, and developers to make changes in response to growth. Any upgrades identified will be considered in future road programs in a statewide context.