Riverina residents are being invited to have their say on local roads and transport priorities as part of the Minns Labor Government's planning for future growth.
Transport for NSW is investigating predicted areas of industrial and residential growth in the north of Wagga Wagga as part of a new strategy to help build better future transport networks.
The Wagga Wagga Northern Access Strategy will build on previous consultation with the community and focus on the transport network connecting the city, in particular the Sturt and Olympic highways including major intersections on both corridors.
Insights gained through development of the strategy will feed into the broader Riverina-Murray Strategic Regional Integrated Transport Plan (SRITP) which is being developed.
Two drop-in sessions for community members to meet with Transport for NSW to discuss the Wagga Wagga Northern Access Strategy will be held at:
- Wagga Wagga Marketplace, 87 Baylis Street, Saturday 12 October 9am to 12pm
- Wagga Wagga Civic Centre arcade, 243 Baylis Street, Wednesday 16 October 10am to 1pm
To share ideas that will help shape the Northern Access Strategy, Riverina residents can also take part in a survey until it closes on 28 October.
Minister for Regional Transport and Roads Jenny Aitchison said:
"The Minns Labor Government is committed to building better roads and transport links in Wagga Wagga.
"Feedback from the community is critical to ensuring the Wagga Wagga Northern Access Strategy best guides Transport for NSW decision making around future planning priorities and investment opportunities.
"Investigations will look at multimodal opportunities to improve access between the growth area in the north and the CBD and identify ways to reduce commuter delays and support freight movements while catering for future traffic growth."
Independent Member for Wagga Wagga Dr Joe McGirr said:
"I am working closely with the community and the government to ensure we have the right infrastructure in place to meet the needs of the booming northern suburbs, including intersection improvements on the Olympic and Sturt Highways.
"We know that a second river crossing is a very high priority so now is the time to step up our advocacy for the structures and services we'll need in the future.
"This is an important opportunity to help Transport for NSW understand where future investments are needed most, and I encourage all community members to take part in the survey and share their thoughts on our current and future transport needs."
