Integrated and Accessible Transport We have been working closely with our transport providers to improve the user experience and encourage our community to increasingly use public transport options. We have also been focused on making the City a safe and enjoyable place for cycling.
43%
agree Newcastle LGA is a cycle friendly area (very satisfied, satisfied or not concerned)
We have been looking at opportunities to reduce cars on the road, particularly in the CBD, through projects like our park and ride program and our improvements to cycling infrastructure. We have also been making getting around our city safer and easier with our Easy Park app and upgrades to our road networks.
Our achievements Local roads resurfacing 74,575m2 Local roads surface rejuvenation 162,402m2 Replacement of 300 street name signs
Park and Ride
64,100
single occupant vehicle trips into/ out of the city centre removed
39,223
The Newcastle Cycleways Map and Guide was revised, and 10,000 copies printed and distributed in late 2018 Seven bike maintenance classes were held Resurfacing of 20 streets and laneways
passengers one-way July-June
45,517
EasyPark transactions during June EasyPark app usage has increased from
6.3% take up in July to 34.8% take up in June EasyPark is now a preferred option over cash
300
street signs replaced
6
transport stops upgraded