Tuesday, 16 June 2026

 Trung LUU (Western Metropolitan) (22:09): (2588) My matter is for the Minister for Public and Active Transport regarding the need for a shuttle bus service between the Hobbs Road commuter car park and Wyndham Vale railway station. Since opening in 2023 the Hobbs Road car park, located approximately 2.3 kilometres from Wyndham Vale railway station, has seen low utilisation despite being a $6 million investment. Many commuters have chosen not to use the facility due to the distance from the station; concern about personal safety, particularly when walking during early morning and late evening; and a lack of convenient transport connections. So the action I seek is for the minister to consider providing a shuttle bus service between the Hobbs Road commuter car park and Wyndham Vale railway station.

As a result there is significant spillover of commuters parking in nearby residential streets. This is an ongoing frustration for local residents, who are finding it increasingly difficult to access parking near their own homes. Wyndham Vale’s councillors and local residents have raised valid concerns about this issue, particularly given Wyndham is a rapidly growing community. The municipality is projected to exceed over half a million residents by 2041, and Wyndham Vale station alone has recorded more than 1.8 million passengers in entries and exits between 2023 and 2024. These figures clearly demonstrate the growing pressure on local transport infrastructure and surrounding neighbourhoods. Importantly, a practical solution already exists. Increased use of the Hobbs Road car park will significantly alleviate parking congestion in nearby areas. However, commuter car park uptake will remain limited without proper accessibility and safety measures.

To address such requests, the minister should provide a dedicated shuttle bus service between the Hobbs Road car park and Wyndham Vale station, operating during peak morning and evening periods, and implement additional safety measures at the car park including regular patrols and improved lighting and surveillance to ensure the safety of commuters and their vehicles. This measure would not only improve utilisation of existing infrastructure but also reduce the burden currently placed on local residents while enhancing public safety and community convenience. I urge the minister to listen to the concerns of my residents and take action on this matter. A shuttle bus service is a practical, cost-effective solution that would deliver immediate community benefits.