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table of contents ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY. . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 MAYOR MESSAGE.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 1 CONTEXT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6

Purpose of report. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Vision. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Transport opportunities and challenges.. . . . . . . . . . 10 Community engagement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Public exhibition and background papers. . . . . . . . 13 External reports. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

3. THEMES AND OBJECTIVES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

3.1. Integrated Land Use.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 3.2 Parking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 3.3. Freight and Logistics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 3.4. Road Network. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 3.5 Active Travel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 3.6 Public Transport.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

4. IMPLEMENTATION PLAN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

2. INTEGRATED PLANNING AND REPORTING FRAMEWORK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5

Our reporting framework. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Strategic indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Implementation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Measure of success. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Review. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Version control: August 2017

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acknowledgement of country

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Wagga Wagga City Council acknowledges the Wiradjuri people who are the Traditional Custodians of the land and pays respect to Elders both past and present.

Wagga Wagga City Council has a long history and association with the local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities within the Local Government Area (LGA).

Wagga Wagga City Council values the diversity of our local community and supports reconciliation by working consistently in partnership with its local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community, always ensuring that the process is based on respect, trust and a spirit of openness.

Message from Councillor Greg Conkey OAM Mayor City of Wagga Wagga The Wagga Wagga Integrated Transport Strategy and Implementation Plan 2040 is a blueprint for transport that offers real choices for people, and reflects the needs and expectations of our community, and best practice for a regional city expected to grow beyond a population of 80,000 in the next 20 years. Council heard from hundreds of residents and stakeholders throughout the extensive consultation process and these conversations, submissions and contributions were considered in the development of this Strategy.

The Strategy supports a city that is active, safe, healthy and vibrant and enhances Wagga Wagga’s position as a leading regional city.

While Council is driving this Strategy, we will need an all-of-community approach to deliver it, and we will be working with industry, local businesses, Federal Government, NSW Government and agencies such as Transport for NSW and Roads and Maritime Services.

This Strategy and Implementation Plan is wide-ranging and addresses six key areas; integrated land use, parking, freight and logistics, road network, active travel and public transport.

Within these six areas is an integrated approach to address a range of topics raised by the community, stakeholders and industry experts.

Strategies include, but are not limited to : • Improving cycling infrastructure, corridors and networks • Prioritising people over motor vehicles in the core of the city • Investigating innovative public transport initiatives for locals and visitors • Implementing measures to increase the likelihood of the NSW Government duplicating the Gobbagombalin Bridge • Supporting development in the northern growth area through appropriate structure planning • Improving parking in the CBD and health precinct by implementing a pathway to build multistorey car parks, providing better pedestrian access and working with local businesses to investigate future paid parking options in key areas • Preserving a corridor within Council strategies for a southern heavy vehicle bypass • Prioritising Bomen as an intermodal hub connected to the Inland Rail Network • Working with Roads and Maritime Services (RMS) to improve the Olympic Highway and Old Narrandera Road intersection.

Wagga Wagga City Council would like to thank all of the community members who contributed to this Strategy through their submissions, participation in consultation sessions and in stakeholder discussions.

Many of the ideas contained within this Strategy originated from the community.

Councillor Greg Conkey OAM Mayor City of Wagga Wagga

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executive summary The Wagga Wagga Integrated Transport Strategy and Implementation Plan 2040 establishes a strategic direction to cater for a growing economy and population in a climate where technology and the environment are changing at a rapid rate. Wagga Wagga is New South Wales’ largest inland city and the hub of the Riverina Murray Region.

In 2040 the population of Wagga Wagga will exceed 80,000 people, however we must plan for a city that could grow to beyond 100,000 people.

The city’s existing road and transport network has developed over time to cater for increasingly expanding outer settlements, but we need a new and integrated approach if we are to support our growing population, economy and position as a regional centre.

Transport needs to cater for people that are moving to Wagga Wagga to take advantage of affordable housing options, whether they are heritage homes located in the Central Business District or on large blocks in outer areas.

The Riverina - Murray is the food bowl for Australia and a growing list of international markets. A thriving and efficient city is critical in supporting the growth of surrounding rural areas, local centres and smaller villages. Transport efficiency, safety and a sustainable environment through reduced congestion and travel time will anchor our city as a facilitator for economic and employment growth.

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The Inland Rail project will open up Melbourne and Brisbane ports, and the Bomen Industrial Park supported by the Riverina Intermodal Freight and Logistics (RiFL) Hub will be one of the most important freight and logistic destinations and hubs in Australia. Wagga Wagga City Council must ensure that freight and industrial activity can function efficiently to ensure that investment in the area will lead to continued economic development in the region.

The Strategy emphasises the following: • Capitalising on investment, working with industry to make best use of government investment.

• Importance of corridor planning and freight movement. An arterial and sub-arterial road network that is strategic will reduce pressure on local roads.

• The liveability and health of our city is important.

Local streets should be safe for children and pedestrians to walk and play.

• Heavy vehicles and high traffic movements should be separated from our local streets.

• Active travel should be safe, efficient and comfortable.

Alternative modes of transit will only be utilised if suitable end of trip facilities are provided and parents are comfortable letting children ride to activities.

• The core of the city needs to be preserved and enhanced.

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• The health precinct needs structure planning to ensure our vulnerable patients can obtain care efficiently and businesses can thrive and develop around the hospital.

• Emerging smart technologies need to be incorporated with end of trip facilities to link people across the commercial core to allow new and smaller businesses to share facilities.

• Partner with Transport for NSW and local transport operators to investigate and trial a more flexible public transport system to better serve the entire community.

snapshot wagga wagga integrated transport strategy GROWTH & LOCATION Population 65,000 Expected to grow beyond 80,000 past 2036

We are a community located on the banks of the Murrumbidgee River in the heart of Wiradjuri Country.

Our Local Government Area (LGA) is the centre of the Riverina area and is made up of the city and nine surrounding villages. Wagga Wagga is the largest inland city in NSW.

Area 4825 sq km Location to cities: Sydney 455km Melbourne 452km Canberra 230km

1,183km 1,099km

Value of both road networks

Wagga Wagga

Maximum peak period between noon & 1pm occupancy at 50% Sydney Canberra

o f s e a l e d ro a d u n s e a l e d ro a d

CITY OF WA G G A WA G G A

$727,959,331

94% OF HOUSEHOLDS OWN A VEHICLE IN WAGGA WAGGA

ROAD NETWORK CAR OWNERSHIP &

ALTERNATE TRANSPORT

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OF THE CENTRAL BUSINESS D I S T R I C T I S D E D I C AT E D TO O F F S T R E E T C A R PA R K I N G

56% HAVE TWO OR MORE VEHICLES IN WAGGA WAGGA Once a fortnight, a person could choose to ride, walk or catch a bus to work or school, which would reduce traffic by 10% and have a 39% reduction in congestion.

3,198 70%

PARKING

4,435

OFF STREET CAR SPACES WITHIN THE CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT

SPACES AVAILABLE ON STREET

of heavy vehicle activity doing business in Wagga Wagga

$8.3 Billion

commitment to inland rail network between Port of Melbourne and Brisbane, will reduce freight times by up to 48 hours. Bomen is an important nodal point surrounded by infrastructure to support industry and activity.

6 MILLION TONNES OF FREIGHT PER ANNUM TRAVERSE BETWEEN SOUTH AUSTRALIA & NSW WITH THE MAJORITY TRAVELLING THROUGH WAGGA WAGGA. THIS IS EXPECTED TO DOUBLE BY 2030 AND TRIPLE BY 2050

HEAVY VEHICLE & FREIGHT

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1. context

1. context The city of Wagga Wagga is the largest retail, commercial, administrative and population centre in the Riverina region and a central hub of services provision to a catchment of over 185,000 people.

Wagga Wagga’s earliest settlement was established at a point where it was easier to cross the Murrumbidgee River. Crossing points were crucial in the early years of European colonisation, and road networks followed the pattern of river crossings. Increased road traffic saw fledgling settlements expand, which in turn encouraged travellers, expanding the town further. The construction of the Company Bridge in the 1860s cemented Wagga Wagga as an important regional settlement.

This mantle as a regional centre grew as better transport options such as highways and rail became available to and from Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide and western NSW. Large scale agricultural, manufacturing and local and global export industries grew alongside the local hotel and retail businesses needed to support them.

As identified in the Wagga Wagga City Council’s Community Strategic Plan 2040 – Wagga View, the vision for Wagga Wagga as a thriving, innovative, connected and inclusive community that is rich in opportunity, choice, learning and environment.

Wagga Wagga is a place where paths cross and people meet. Our city’s guiding principles include; thriving, innovative, connected and inclusive.

Our city exhibits strong economic and population growth, evidenced by consistent falling unemployment rates below state and national averages. Wagga Wagga is highly accessible through its road, rail and air connections to Australia’s major cities and sea ports and the city is well positioned to facilitate a greater share of the national road and rail freight task. Significant opportunity exists for businesses to either establish or expand and capitalise on the city’s favourable economic environment and the many opportunities associated being located in a contemporary regional city.

Integral to the future of Wagga Wagga city is a transport strategy that addresses the contemporary needs of the city in which we live, learn, conduct business and connect. The Strategy must also position us for the years ahead, allowing us to embrace the challenges and opportunities that the future of Wagga Wagga as a regional city will hold.

The Wagga Wagga Integrated Transport Strategy 2040 and Implementation Plan aims to improve local traffic access and connectivity, identify the provision of responsive parking facilities, and provide a framework for a more cohesive transport network. The Strategy aims to maximise opportunities to increase public transport and walking and cycling use providing residents and visitors alike with options to enjoy all that our city offers.

Wagga Wagga City Council can drive, facilitate activity and lobby the NSW Government and Federal Government to improve and bring forward key infrastructure to allow our city to continue to grow.

1.1 Purpose of Report The Wagga Wagga Integrated Transport Strategy and Implementation Plan 2040 will be the blueprint for transport in Wagga Wagga. The Strategy will reflect the needs and expectations of our community, leaving a legacy for future planning and delivering projects.

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1.2: Vision Council’s aim is to create a balanced transportation system that gives real choices in the way people travel to, from and within Wagga Wagga. It will support a city that is active, safe, healthy and vibrant and enhances Wagga Wagga’s position as a leading regional city.

1.3: Transport Opportunities and Challenges Wagga Wagga will be regionally connected, locally accessible and promote safety and equity across our transport system.

To provide a platform to achieve this goal it will be necessary to incorporate the following:

SHORT TERM SOLUTIONS

INTEGRATED APPROACH

• Provision of transport choice where options are viable and fit for purpose including walking, cycling, public transport and private vehicles, enabling individuals to access their desired destination • Riverina Intermodal Freight and Logistics Hub • Inland Rail Network and Very Fast Rail • Future Technologies: electric/driverless cars and trucks • Partnerships and advocacy • Corridor planning • Preserving land for future infrastructure and catering for growth.

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LONG TERM SUSTAINABILITY 2040

1.4: Community Engagement The consultation process for the planning and development of the Wagga Wagga Integrated Transport Strategy and Implementation Plan 2040 has been one of the most in-depth that Wagga Wagga City Council has conducted. It was essential for the Council to take into consideration everyone’s contributions including individual members of the public, NSW Government and Federal Government bodies, businesses and industry stakeholders.

Starting in 2015 a series of engagement sessions led to the development of key informing documents (Speak Out Report, Survey Report, Interactive Map Report, Visioning Workshop Report and Moving Forward Together Report).

This feedback, along with further engagement sessions and the informing documents, was used by two different consultants to develop background documents (Technical Report and Peer Review) around the issues that Wagga Wagga faces and the opportunities that Wagga Wagga has into the future.

An additional consultation process prior to the development of the document allowed Wagga Wagga City Council to hear the community’s thoughts on the background paper and to both validate and prioritise the transport challenges facing Wagga Wagga.

Image: Community Engagement Session (Source: Wagga Wagga City Council)

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The consultation process included the seven steps identified below: Stakeholder visioning workshop (November 2015) An all day workshop was held with 200 community stakeholders invited. Forty-three participated throughout the day in developing a vision and discussing key topics of transport within Wagga Wagga. The top five key topics in order were; cycling, public transport, parking, walking and Gobbagombalin Bridge.

Speak out (December 2015) A drop-in engagement session was held for half a day with a range of stalls focusing on key transport topics. Approximately 60 people attended and discussed topics including; walking, cycling, cars and traffic, public transport, RMS assets, education and parking.

Transport survey (January 2016) An online survey for Wagga Wagga residents was conducted receiving 156 submissions. The survey asked people about their transport concerns and what opportunities Wagga Wagga had. The top five topics in order were; cycling, public transport, roads, footpaths and parking.

Interactive map (January 2016) An online interactive map allowed the community to share their experiences of transportation in Wagga Wagga. 193 pins were placed by 48 people. Each pin represented one of the following topics, which are listed in order of most pins placed; cycling issues (37.3%), walking issues (25.9%), traffic (18%), public transport (9%), other (6%) or parking (3%).

Moving Forward Together (March - April 2016) Moving Forward Together was a verification process, where a workbook was created to give feedback on the consultation results so far. Key topics and locations were set out with all results presented and asked community members were asked for additional feedback.

Review of technical papers (March - April 2017) Two technical reports were put forward to council and public exhibition. During the exhibition period 90 formal submissions were received. The submissions were categorised based on the suggestions, solutions or concerns that they held. Thirty-one specific topics were categorised with the top four most popular topics being the future duplication of the Gobbagombalin Bridge, cycling infrastructure, corridors and networks, and public transport initiatives.

Industry Stakeholder Sessions ( 22 and 23 March 2017) Stakeholders discussed the five key transport topics of cycling/walking, road network, public transport, parking and freight. Almost 100 key industry stakeholders were invited, with over 60 attending the workshops.

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1.5: Public Exhibition and Background Papers During the public exhibition period that ran until 31 March 2017, Council actively sought submissions to help develop the draft strategy. Members of the public could call, write, email or enter their responses to the background papers.

Ninety formal submissions were reviewed and one public petition with 1,332 signatures. The submissions were categorised, with 271 relevant suggestions collated into 31 topics. The top 10 of the of these topics were:

Improve Old Narrandera Rd and Olympic Highway intersection Safe, inclusive and pedestrian friendly CBD infrastructure

Improve Glenfield Road corridor

Duplication of Gobbagombalin Bridge

• Need for future duplication of the Gobbagombalin Bridge • Cycling infrastructure, corridors and networks • Public transport initiatives

Truck rest areas and freight routes

• Development to the north with suitable infrastructure and structure planning • Need to better manage CBD parking • Safe multi-storey parking in CBD and health precincts

Cycling infrastructure, corridors and networks Safe multistorey parking options in CBD and health precinct

• Truck rest areas and efficient freight routes • Infrastructure in the CBD being inclusive, safe and pedestrian friendly • Improved Old Narrandera Road and Olympic Highway intersection • Improved Glenfield Road corridor.

Public transport initiatives

CBD Parking management Development to the north with sustainable infrastructure and planning

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During the exhibition period from 23 May 2017 to 30 June 2017, 58 submissions were received. An additional 37 submissions were received through the Your Say page and 22 letters/emails were submitted.

Below are some of the key points that were detailed within the external reports.

Committee 4 Wagga

Of the 58 submissions, 83 topics were raised. Below is a breakdown of the topics addressed:

Some of the comments provided include:

• Bypass - 59% (28 against southern bypass, 17 for northern bypass, 2 support southern bypass, 2 support any bypass)

• Glenfield Road duplication

• Active travel - 11% (6 support cycle ways, 3 support footpaths) • CBD parking - 7 % (6 suggestions for CBD parking options) • Report and process - 4% (3 general complaints) • Northern Growth Area - 4% (3 suggestions for inclusion)

• Alignment with key strategies • Gobbagombalin Bridge duplication • Southern corridor bypass • No support for restricting greenfield subdivision, key point of difference for cities economic development • Supports the network selection outlined within the Active Travel Plan

• Additional topics that received a single submission include: health precinct, general support, Sturt Highway upgrades, Kincaid Street parking, public transport, bus stops, caravan parking, Olympic Highway upgrades, Glenfield Road, Gobbagombalin Bridge, lack of connection to Forest Hill.

Housing Industry Association

The majority of complaints made against the southern bypass were directly related to the bypass passing through their property.

• Prioritise to the most popular mode of transport

1.6: External Reports In reference to the public exhibition of the background papers two organisation bodies, Committee 4 Wagga and the Housing Industry Association, submitted external reports.

The reports provided analysis, mapping and strategic input, of which Wagga Wagga City Council has considered and incorporated components within the Strategy.

• Supported elements of MR Cagney Report references.

Some of the comments provided include: • Zoning needs to allow development in CBD • Limiting the growth to the north is not supported • Prioritise the north south corridors to the CBD. • Support all proposals associated with Pedestrian Access Mobility Plan, Active Travel Plan and Spatial Plan in relation to improvement for bicycle networks and facilities • An express or direct route for public transport is supported • Support an increase of taxi providers and services • Supports the development of a freight route and supports the southern proposed route suggested by the Committee 4 Wagga • Provisions for a multi-storey car park in CBD and medical precinct should be explored • Supports the general WWITS response from the technical reports.

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2. integrated planning and reporting framework

2.1 our reporting framework

State and Regional Plans

This Strategy is a level 2 document as part of the Wagga Wagga City Council’s Sustainable Future Framework and helps inform delivery and operational items over the next four years. The Strategy reflects the community’s vision and outcomes for the future of Wagga Wagga, along with the position of state and regional plans that include, but are not limited to; NSW Premier’s Priorities, Premiers Council for Active Living and Riverina – Murray Regional Plan.

LEVEL

1 2

LEVEL

The Community Strategic Plan 2040 – Wagga View is supported in the Strategy by reflecting and promoting the four guiding principles drawn from the communities’ vision.

“In 2040 Wagga Wagga will be a thriving, innovative, connected and inclusive community on the Murrumbidgee. Rich in opportunity, choice, learning and environment, Wagga is a place where paths cross and people meet.”

social

These principles form the basis for building on the existing character of our city, villages and rural communities.

Innovative - A creative city that demonstrates best practice in building and development outcomes.

Connected - A connected city people can easily get to and get around in. A walkable and pedestrian friendly central business district.

Council Strategies Providing directions

environmental

civic leadership

Business Planning Process

Community Engagement

Divisional process informing resourcing and delivery

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Delivery Program 4 years

4

Operational Plan 1 year

LEVEL

Inclusive - A mix of uses and activities that build on the existing character of the area.

Long term plan that clearly defines what we want as a community.

economic

LEVEL

Thriving - A vibrant city that stimulates growth and development to meet the needs of our growing and changing population.

Community Strategic Plan

Identifies the elected Council’s priorities for their term of office.

Identifies the projects, programs and services to be delivered.

Individual Performance and Development Plan

Monitoring and reporting

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Resourcing Strategies Internal instruments (how) we deliver:  Long Term Financial Plan  Asset Management Plan  Workforce Plan  Section 94 Developer Contributions

Policies, operating standards, guidelines and procedures  Local Environment Plan (LEP)  Development Control Plan (DCP)

Thriving

Innovative

Connected

Creative

Feeling part of a community

Development

New ideas and thinking

Relationships

Accessibility

Success

Entrepreneurial leading

Communication technology

All cultures and backgrounds

Liveability

Efficient and effective

Place and space integration

Friendly

Healthy

Creating best practice

Heritage

Inviting

Networking

Equal opportunity

Growth

Sustainable Strong economy

Inclusive

Including everyone

Fair Welcoming

The Community Strategic Plan 2040 – Wagga View is a plan for the community, by the community. It paints a picture of what we want the future to look like, and provides solutions on how we are going to get there. It helps communicate with other levels of government, organisations and stakeholders on the priorities for Wagga Wagga.

Key outcomes from the community in relation to transport within Wagga Wagga are identified in table 1.

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Table 1: Community Strategic Plan Outcomes

We promote safety and safe behaviours

Including increasing safe driving behaviours through design and safety for pedestrians.

We are responsive to emergencies

Including emergency service access when planning for the growth of the city.

Recreation is a part of everyday life

Including promotion of healthy design in all new developments and encouraging people to use active travel.

We have complete and accessible transport networks, building infrastructure, improving road travel reliability, ensure on-time running for public transport

Including provision of transport networks that ensure our services, facilities and precincts are accessible and increasing satisfaction with car parking, networks and traffic flow.

We are a leading freight and logistics centre, encourage business investment

Including pursuing rail and intermodal freight opportunities as well as market the connectivity benefits of Wagga Wagga and the Bomen Industrial Park.

We accommodate visitors

Including providing truck stop and change over facilities in Wagga Wagga.

We have sustainable urban development

Including conducting master planning and subdivision planning of precincts and new development areas, increasing density within the city and providing appropriate infrastructure and services that support current and future needs.

We look after and maintain our community assets

Including maintenance of our infrastructure assets.

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2.2 strategic indicators The Strategy is presented under key themes for the city. The key themes and objectives for each theme are summarised in Table 2.

Table 2: Themes and objectives

Integrated Land Use (ILU)

Parking (PK)

A regional city that obtains investment from all sectors

An improved parking hierarchy that supports activity within the core of the city

Land use planning to support improved transport outcomes for the Local Government Area Provide alternate modes of transport opportunities

Rationalise car parking in the CBD

Freight Transport and Logistics (FT) Investigate a heavy vehicle bypass route.

Prioritise Bomen as a major intermodal destination

Road Network (RN)

Active Travel (AT)

Public Transport (PT)

Implement a road hierarchy that is connected and supports traffic movement

Identify a connected and accessible network of cycling facilities

Rationalise bus routes

Ensure efficient State roads and minimise local road impacts

Support increased provision of end of trip facilities

Implement Regional Airport Master Plan High speed rail connected to Wagga Wagga

Prioritise people and pedestrian Transport interchange movement within the core of the city Provide opportunities for public transport at events

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2.3: Implementation Action items are identified throughout the body of the Strategy under each category. A full implementation plan identifying responsibility, timeframe and estimated cost is included in Chapter 9.

All costing identified in the implementation plan are subject to detailed design.

2.4: Measure of Success Council is committed to ensuring that as funding becomes available for improving transport, it is used efficiently and effectively to achieve the best outcomes for the community. The objectives outlined in Table 3 below are measured on an annual basis to ensure that they are delivering upon the vision of the Strategy to determine if further improvements or modifications are required.

2.5: Review This Strategy will be reviewed every five (5) years or as required in line with statutory obligations.

The Strategy will be continually reviewed to inform strategic planning direction. In particular, it will inform the review of the Local Environment Plan (LEP), Development Control Plan 2010 (DCP) and Developer Contribution Plans and impacts of major projects on the city and surrounding region.

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Table 3: Measure of success

Theme Integrated Land Use (ILU)

Parking (PK)

Objective

Measure

A regional city that obtains investment from all sectors.

Amount of Federal Government, NSW Government and private investment captured over the next ten years as result of transport measures.

Land use planning to support improved transport outcomes for Physical change within core of city and key corridors due to intensification of land use zoning the Local Government Area over five year period.

Provide alternate modes of transport opportunities

Review uptake of alternate modes of transit over ten year period.

An improved parking hierarchy that supports activity within the core of the city

Update planning controls within CBD and frame within two year period.

Rationalise parking in CBD

Review rationalisation of car parking over ten year period.

Preserve a heavy vehicle bypass south of the Sturt Highway Freight Transport and Logistics (FT) Prioritise Bomen as a major intermodal destination Road Network (RN)

Implement southern corridor within Council strategies.

Work with private sector, NSW Government and Federal Government in relation to delivery of inter-modal hub connected to inland rail over next 1-5 years.

Implement a road hierarchy that is connected and supports traffic movement

Implement road hierarchy within next 1-4 years.

Ensure efficient State roads and minimise local road impacts

Influence the Sturt Highway and Olympic Highway Corridor Strategy to ensure local roads are improved over next 2-5 years.

Identify a connected and accessible network of cycling facilities Implement active travel routes over the next 2-10 years.

Active Travel (AT)

Public Transport (PT)

Support increased provision of end of trip facilities

Review the amount of end of trip facilities available in key employment areas over the next five years.

Prioritise people and pedestrian movement within the core of the city

Implement change to street diet and measure time for change to occur on ground over the next 2-4 years.

Rationalise bus routes

Work with TfNSW to implement strategic bus corridors within next 2-5 years.

Regional Airport Master Plan

Implement Regional Master Plan.

High speed rail connected to Wagga Wagga

Work with private sector, NSW Government and Federal Government in relation to delivery of high speed rail to Sydney over next ten years.

Transport interchange

Work with private sector to deliver heavy vehicle transport interchange over next five years.

Provide opportunities for public transport at events

Ensure large events are serviced by public transport within next 1-2 years.

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3. themes and objectives

3.1 integrated land use

3.1 integrated land use ILU1: Regional planning for economic development Wagga Wagga is located within the heart of the Riverina - Murray region and is the largest regional city in inland New South Wales. Strategic planning must consider the region incorporating growth within Wagga Wagga and continued integration with surrounding centres. This will occur through ensuring that key infrastructure is serviced by efficient corridors.

Wagga Wagga has the potential to become a smart city.

By planning for advances in technology we can prepare the city now so that it can adapt in the future. Examples include Perth, where trialling of driverless shuttles along key routes has begun. Transport providers can utilise the real time connection that can be provided through the use of smart phone apps to make commuting options easier and more desirable.

Economic growth in the Riverina - Murray will be driven by efficient, capable, reliable and sustainable transport networks and utility infrastructure.

Infrastructure corridors between clusters of activities are critical to facilitating economic activity. Priorities identified in the Riverina - Murray Regional Plan are rail and road freight.

Freight and logistics hubs provide opportunities for agribusiness, industrial development, heavy vehicle transit and interchange between capital cities and regional hubs. Preserving freight transit corridors will support the hubs by providing long term strategic planning, bringing forward infrastructure and providing areas ready for rail and road freight.

The freight and logistics hub provides economic links and access for regional capital, provide a service route between Albury and Wagga Wagga, services Junee, Coolamon and Lockhart; and provides dormitory locations to service the regional hub.

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The Wagga Wagga City Council will drive regional infrastructure and lobby the NSW Government and Federal Government to stimulate private sector city investment.

ILU1: Regional planning for economic development Key

Project

ILU1.1

Prioritise the role of freight and logistics hubs.

ILU1.2

Preserve freight transit corridors.

ILU1.3

Grow the social and economic links between regional cities, smaller towns and villages to make access to new markets easier to and drive sustainable economic growth.

ILU1.4

Become a smart city by integrating technology with public transport, roads and related infrastructure and parking.

ILU1.5

Develop policies that stimulate the private sector, in collaboration with the city, to make the necessary investment.

Urban infill and development within proximity to the CBD will be critical to providing an alternate mode of housing.

While the viability of higher density development within the commercial core of Wagga Wagga is a matter for the property sector, Council can adopt supportive land use planning controls in areas of desired intensification.

Image Regional Transit Corridors (Source: EMTA) Image: Riverina Intermodal Freight Hub proposal (Source: Wagga Wagga City Council)

ILU2: Strategic planning Wagga Wagga’s population is growing by 1.2% per year, which requires between 300 to 450 new dwellings every year until 2040 to accommodate another 18,000 people.

A higher growth rate is achievable through strategic planning by identifying suitable corridors for housing supply in greenfield locations that have access to the city.

Image: West Australian Driverless Shuttles in Perth (Source: RAC Intellibus site)

A large portion of this growth will be greenfield development. It needs to be a priority that local roads and sub-arterial roads can support this continued growth both north and south of the Murrumbidgee River.

Residential growth connected to sub-arterial roads, greenfield development with sufficient road network and higher density development closer to the CBD and health precinct will help minimise congestion on key corridors.

Further residential development should provide safe and permeable access for pedestrians, with footpaths provided on all local roads within neighbourhoods to promote walkability, active living and support neighbourhood shopping.

Choices should be available for people who live within surrounding suburbs and villages to walk or cycle to key destinations around the city supported by urban canopies that provide shade during summer.

Opportunities exist to increase density at key sites within close proximity to the CBD, and to provide minimum density requirements along corridors, end of trip facilities with smart technology, and car share opportunities.

Wagga Wagga City Council needs to facilitate structure planning within areas already zoned within the northern growth area of Wagga Wagga. Future development needs to be supported by appropriate infrastructure and cooperation between the private sector, local, state and federal government is fundamental to Wagga Wagga providing additional housing supply for the region.

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ILU2: Strategic planning Key

Project

ILU2.1

Encourage residential development based upon activity and transport corridors.

ILU2.2

Table 4: Northern growth area suburb development (August 2016)

Suburb

Current Development (Lots)*

Potential Full Development Development (Lots)* (Lots)*

Ensure that future residential growth is connected to sufficient road networks to minimise congestion on key corridors.

Boorooma

316

750

1,066

Estella

760

900

1,660

ILU2.3

Ensure that pedestrians and active travel modes are a priority in all future infill and greenfield development.

Gobbagombalin

153

923

1,076

ILU2.4

Ensure that private vehicles are not the only form of transport to be connected in Wagga Wagga.

Total

1,229

2,573

3,802

*Note:

ILU2.5

Ensure key sites and corridors are preserved for density where appropriate.

ILU3: Northern growth area The Northern Growth Area (NGA) has three residential suburbs that are being developed in different stages.

This area of Wagga Wagga is growing at 5.1% per year, the second fastest residential growth in regional NSW. Council is committed to facilitating continued growth north of the Murrumbidgee River subject to appropriate structure planning to ensure that appropriate infrastructure can support growing communities.

The structure plan for this area has to ensure that future growth is supported by appropriate local road networks connected with regional networks, and that existing residents can walk or ride to parks, neighbourhood shops and the CBD of Wagga Wagga.

Current development (lots) = number of existing lots created (as at August 2016) Potential development (lots) = number of lots proposed to be created Full development (lots) = total lots available (Source: Map: Potential Lot Yield Wagga – Wagga Wagga City Council)

All suburbs will have an internal road network and are connected to the existing road network via the following links: • Olympic Highway • Old Narrandera Road • Pine Gully Road • Boorooma Street • Estella Road • Farrer Road.

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The full development of the NGA will have a significant impact on the existing road network and upgrades are required. A strategic trip generation and distribution was undertaken to understand the additional daily vehicle demand on the network.

The additional trip generation is based on the RMS ‘Guide to Traffic Generating Developments’ using the updated 2013 traffic survey data.

ILU3: Northern growth area

Table 5: Future vehicle trips per day northern growth area

Suburb

Full Development (Lots)

Vehicle Trips per Day

Boorooma

1,066

7,888

Estella

1,660

12,284

Gobbagombalin

1,076

7,962

Total

3,802

28,134

This indicates an additional 19,200 trips a day from current development (1229 lots) to full development (3,802 lots).

The following emerging strategies were developed through consultation with Councillors, Council staff, stakeholders and the community: • Initiate a structure planning partnership process for the development of the northern growth area between the Wagga Wagga City Council and the private sector

Key

Project

ILU3.1

Assess the infrastructure requirements needed to meet future needs.

ILU3.2

Prepare a northern growth area structure plan.

ILU3.3

Initiate detailed design plans for and implement construction of Farrer Road improvement.

ILU3.4

Review layout of key routes and intersections in the northern growth area to ensure stable functionality now and into the future. These routes include Pine Gully Road, Farrer Road, Estella Road and Boorooma Street.

ILU3.5

Improve intersections with the Olympic Highway in collaboration with RMS. Particularly the intersection of Old Narrandera Road and the Olympic Highway.

ILU3.6

Integrate northern growth area with the sub-arterial network.

ILU3.7

Lobby and negotiate for duplication of Gobbagombalin Bridge.

• Improve intersections with Olympic Highway to reduce pressure on Gobbagombalin Bridge. Investigate utilising existing stock culvert at Old Narrandera Road intersection to link with Boorooma Street or provide alternate route to CBD utilising Gardiner Street. (Refer to Figure 2) • Integrate the structure of the local road network with the sub-arterial network of the city.

• Lobby and negotiate with the NSW Government for the duplication of Gobbagombalin Bridge to support the University, Bomen and future development north of the city • Provide separate access for cyclists to link directly to the CBD.

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ILU4: CBD precinct Wagga Wagga’s central business district (CBD) is the hub of the Riverina - Murray.

Its eastern boundary is the Murrumbidgee River, with the Sturt Highway to the south, Travers Street to the north and Docker Street/Gurwood Street to the west.

The CBD has a commercial core highlighted red in Figure 3 and a frame highlighted in purple. The core of the CBD has the most activity, important civic functions and high valued commercial real estate. The frame of the CBD has residential functions, destination specialities and employment areas.

The core of the CBD features Fitzmaurice Street as the main activity street in the north and Baylis Street as the main activity street in the south.

The CBD frame includes destination retail activities, hotel and motel accommodation, employment and low density residential and is predominantly a heritage conservation area.

Presently the core of the city has a number of vacancies for commercial tenancies. To improve the vibrancy it is important that pedestrian activity increases. Parking within the core of the city should be short term to encourage higher turnover. Public spaces need to encourage activity and look and feel safe. Higher proportions of people during the day and night will increase safety.

The frame of the city should serve the core. The success of destinations outside of the frame should not occur at the expense of the core of the city. It is important that any long stay parking occurs within the frame but beyond the core. Employment and residential development within the frame should not prevent activity within the CBD.

Table 6: CBD core services

• Council chambers • Court house Administration and civic core

• Police station • Library and art gallery • Civic precinct.

• Legal and financial firms

Commercial core (northern portion of city and Peter Street)

• Professional services • Real estate and accounting • Established businesses.

• Sturt Mall

Retail core

• Marketplace • Baylis Street shopping precinct • Fitzmaurice Street shopping precinct.

• Small bars • Established pubs • Restaurants and cafes

Entertainment precinct

• Cinema complex • Hotels and motels • Boutique accommodation • Riverside precinct.

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ILU4: CBD precinct Key

Project

ILU4.1

Prepare a CBD structure plan that promotes the viability and longevity of the core.

ILU4.2

Investigate streets within the CBD area (both core and frame) for “road diets” so that excess road space can be allocated to separated cycle ways and improve pedestrian crossing capability.

ILU4.3

Review the operation/design of roundabouts within the CBD area (both core and frame) for improved safety for cyclists and pedestrians.

Image: Baylis Street (Source: Wagga Wagga City Council) Figure 3: CBD core and frame (Source: Wagga Wagga City Council)

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ILU 5: Health precinct The health precinct contains ‘magnet infrastructure’ in its teaching and learning, research and health functions that act as catalysts for new investment, driving further knowledge, information exchange and innovation that is crucial in maintaining Wagga Wagga’s regional competitiveness.

ILU5: Health precinct Key

Project

ILU5.1

Prepare a structure plan for the health precinct.

A structure plan for the health precinct must provide a template for continued renewal within the precinct, through encouraging new investment. Traffic management and parking issues need to be addressed as part of the plan.

ILU5.2

Intensify the clustering of education and health enterprises and improve coordination of activities.

The health precinct is a complex area with a large public hospital, a large private hospital, a range of related medical and non-medical services (e.g. food, accommodation) as well as residential development. The precinct is bisected by the Sturt Highway and the Bourke Street Docker Street corridor.

ILU5.3

Prepare a health precinct car parking hierarchy.

ILU5.4

Improve walking and cycling access to, from and within the health precinct.

ILU5.5

Improve intersections with Sturt Highway between Dobney Avenue and Brookong Avenue.

The mix of developments puts significant strain on the area in the following ways: • Lack of appropriate parking options • Crossability and safety of key roads such as the Sturt Highway and Docker Street • Restricted pedestrian and disability access through insufficient footpath options • Inadequate personal security at night for medical staff due to poor lighting and remote location of parking.

While parts of the new hospital are now open to the public, the building works are not yet complete, which adds to the strain in the area.

The Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010 (WWLEP) allows for the establishment of a range of health related services in residential precincts. The Wagga Wagga Development Control Plan 2010 (DCP) describes how parking is to be provided but does not indicate quantity.

It is evident that: • There is a range of different health services from small practices to large multi service businesses • Most services provide some onsite parking, but it is not clear if this parking is appropriately utilised and suitably accessible • The services are concentrated between the two main hospitals along the western side of Docker Street.

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3.2. parking PK1: Parking area classification scheme and hierarchy A clear and legible parking classification scheme and hierarchy will provide the framework for the provision of parking.

Parking Area Class Highest activity centre (CBD and health precinct)

Frame of CBD

Off-Street Parking Principles

On-Street Parking Principles

Allow for conversion of site-based, off-street parking to floor space where possible

Manage on-street parking from the area of highest activity to the area of lowest activity by:

Plan for and encourage centralised parking stations

• Regulated time limits being the lowest closer to the centre of activity

Reduce parking requirements on future development

• Prioritise parking proximity for loading and disabled parking purposes • Peak occupancy should be targeted at a maximum of 75 - 80%.

Introduce maximum development parking rates for off-street parking to encourage the use of alternative modes

• Use regulations to encourage off-street parking for parking durations longer than two hours

Allow for conversion of off-street parking to floor space where possible

• Peak occupancy should be targeted at a maximum of 75 - 80%.

Ensure there is sufficient off-street parking to accommodate the commuter population Car based employment centre Residential development

Off-street parking to accommodate development generated needs.

• Manage on-street parking regulations to limit long stay parking • Ensure sufficient accessible parking for customers and visitors • Peak occupancy should be targeted at a maximum of 75 - 80%.

Limit parking for new development in centres to encourage occupants with lower car ownership into these areas

• Manage on-street parking durations near high activity centres to ensure overflow parking impacts do not adversely affect residents

Accommodate parking demand off-street for new development outside centres

• Provide on-street parking on at least one side of the road in new development areas away from centres.

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• 13% of the CBD is dedicated to off-street car parking

Street Type State

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• Maximum peak period is between noon and 1pm.

Identify suitable locations for multistorey car parks to feed activity to the CBD core.

PK1.4

Implement the principles of the car parking hierarchy within the DCP.

PK1.5

Investigate conversion of parallel parking to angle parking in appropriate areas.

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Identify parking sites within core of the city for alternate mixed use opportunities.

BAYLIS

Implement and maintain a parking area classification scheme and hierarchy.

Improve pedestrian access and lighting at Beach and Cross Street carparks

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Improve pedestrian laneway access and lighting at Barrand Street carpark

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Figure 4: Example parking projects (Source: Wagga Wagga City Council)

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Project

PK2.1

Discourage over supply of off-street parking.

PK2.2

Rationalise car parking within the CBD (both core and frame) and encourage conversion of street level public car spaces to be converted to commercial uses utilising air space for mixed use development.

PK2.3

Enter public-private partnerships for multistorey car parking within walking distance of high employment areas or long stay areas.

PK2.4

Ensure that appropriate traffic movement and short stay parking is provided in high pedestrian activity and short turnover areas within the CBD.

PK2.5

Improve off-street parking access and lighting.

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PK3: Capacity of off-street parking Sufficient off-street parking capacity is provided for long stay purposes where commuters require long stay parking.

An oversupply of off-street car parking within the core of the city results in more congestion and higher use of vehicles. Encouraging parking within the frame of the city and a higher turnover of spaces within the city will result in greater spending within the core, therefore improving the sustainability of local businesses.

PK3: Off-street parking capacity Key

Project

PK3.1

Ensure off-street parking accommodates needs triggered by large employment generators outside of the CBD core.

PK3.2

Manage on-street parking regulations to limit long stay parking.

PK3.3

Ensure sufficient accessible parking for customers and visitors.

Image: Off-street car park, O’Reilly Street (Source: Wagga Wagga City Council)

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PK4: Short stay parking Short stay parking can be utilised instead of long stay parking that negatively impacts on trade and access to businesses. Large employment generating activities should not disrupt drop-in and drop-off trade or access to homes.

PK4: Short stay parking Key

Project

PK4.1

Ensure sufficient turnover of short stay parking through time regulation enforcement.

PK4.2

Short stay parking to be implemented within CBD core where walking and/or cycling are practical.

PK4.3

Short stay parking to be implemented in CBD frame where destinations that have high turnover occur.

PK4.4

Short stay parking in the CBD core and centres to provide parking for consumers and off-street long term parking to provide parking for employees.

PK5: Specialty parking PK5: Specialty parking Key

Project

PK5.1

Provide adequate specialty parking such as loading zones, bus stops, taxi ranks, car share schemes or parking for people with disabilities.

PK5.2

Investigate opportunities to enable taxis and community transport shuttle services to utilise loading areas.

PK5.3

Implement specialty parking requirements within the DCP.

Image: Disability parking (Source: Wagga Wagga City Council)

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3.3. freight and logistics FT1: Freight movement

FT1: Freight movement

More efficient traffic movements provide economic benefits through productivity gains due to savings in travel time.

Key

Project

FT1.1

Investigate (in conjunction with RMS) an alternate heavy vehicle route from the Sturt Highway to the Olympic Highway and review heavy vehicle current usage of existing northern infrastructure.

FT1.2

Work with RMS to preserve a heavy vehicle bypass corridor south of the Sturt Highway within Council strategies.

FT1.3

Negotiate a program with the NSW Government and Federal Government for timing of heavy vehicle bypass.

Both the Wagga Wagga City Council and Committee 4 Wagga (C4W) have identified the need to investigate southern corridor options within their strategies. An action item from this Strategy is to identify a suitable corridor south of the Sturt Highway to provide efficient, safe and low impact movement for freight movement between Sydney and Adelaide. Investigation concerning the level of patronage utilising existing infrastructure to the north of the city.

The Sturt Highway traverses the CBD and health precinct being a major freight route between Sydney and Adelaide.

Figure 6: Route proposed by Committee 4 Wagga alternate heavy vehicle route (Source: Committee 4 Wagga)

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FT2: Bomen intermodal destination hub

INLAND RAIL ALIGNMENT 2017 GOWRIE TO HELIDON

The Federal Government committing $8.3 billion to deliver the Inland Rail Network project is welcomed by the Council. Wagga Wagga City Council must capitalise on Bomen having an intermodal connection that links the Riverina - Murray to Brisbane and Melbourne ports offering time savings of up to 24 hours.

Approximately 26km of new dual gauge track This route will traverse the steep terrain of the Toowoomba Range and will include a 6.4km tunnel.

CALVERT TO KAGARU

GOWRIE

Approximately 53km of new track (dual gauge) Using 1.1km of tunnelling this section will connect Inland Rail with the Sydney to Brisbane coastal line, diverting freight away from metropolitan areas.

DETAIL OF QLD SECTIONS GOWRIE HELIDON

BRISBANE

CALVERT

• Its location central to inland south eastern Australia on the Sydney – Melbourne – Brisbane Rail Network

Approximately 47km of new dual gauge track (approximately half within existing rail corridors) This track will cross the Lockyer Valley flood plain and the Little Liverpool Range with a 1km tunnel.

NORTH STAR

BROMELTON

NORTH STAR TO NSW/QLD BORDER

MOREE

Approximately 30km of new track This will complete one of the key missing links of track between NSW and QLD, using 27km of disused rail corridor and 3km of new track to connect to the operating line running to Yelarbon.

KAGARU TO ACACIA RIDGE & BROMELTON Approximately 49km of existing track This track will be upgraded to increase height clearance and allow double stacking.

NARRABRI TO NORTH STAR NARRABRI

GWABEGAR

Development preferred: • Land use patterns that ensure access to transport infrastructure, primarily the rail corridor. This can be achieved by prioritising enterprises that require direct access/ proximity to the rail corridor.

The route shown is approximate and for information purposes only. The alignment is under review and yet to to be finalised.

YELARBON

KAGARU

HELIDON TO CALVERT

• Its infrastructure, especially access to rail and road networks; energy, water communications and waste management.

NSW/QLD BORDER TO GOWRIE

INGLEWOOD NSW/QLD BORDER

ROSEWOOD

GRANDCHESTER

KAGARU

BROMELTON

TOOWOOMBA

Capitalise on and market the site’s competitive advantages:

BRISBANE

CALVERT TOOWOOMBA GRANDCHESTER

Approximately 183km of upgraded track, 3km of new track This track will be upgraded (with a deviation) to allow inland rail traffic to travel at maximum speed.

NARROMINE TO NARRABRI Approximately 307km of new track This new track will reduce the overall journey time and complete one of the missing links between Melbourne, Adelaide, Perth and Brisbane.

• Road networks that provide a hierarchy of direct and legible routes

NARROMINE

• Infrastructure network that is economically efficient and environmentally effective

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Approximately 107km of upgraded track, 5km of new track This track will be upgraded to allow the inland rail traffic to travel at maximum speed.

NEWCASTLE PARKES

STOCKINBINGAL TO PARKES Approximately 169km of existing track Inland Rail will benefit from the track upgrades that ARTC has already completed to this section. Additional works will be undertaken to accommodate double stacking.

• To preserve Bomen from inappropriate development • Provide a buffer around Bomen to prevent land use conflict.

SYDNEY

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ILLABO TO STOCKINBINGAL Approximately 37km of new track This new track will reduce route distance by 30km and avoid the Bethungra Spiral.

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Approximately 185km of existing track This track will be upgraded to increase height clearance and to accommodate double stacking.

PERTH

ADELAIDE

SYDNEY CANBERRA

MELBOURNE Inland Rail Other Rail Networks

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HOBART

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SEYMOUR

Dual gauge track

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Current as of 4 May 2017

Approximately 305km of existing track This track will be upgraded to increase height clearance and to accommodate double stacking.

500

Alignment under review and yet to be finalised MELBOURNE

Image: Inland Rail Route (Source: Inland Rail)

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FT2: Bomen intermodal destination hub Key

Project

FT2.1

Prioritise Bomen as a major intermodal destination hub on the Melbourne to Brisbane Inland Rail Network.

FT2.2

Implement controls for land use patterns to ensure access to transport infrastructure, primarily the rail corridor, is retained for businesses that require access.

FT2.3

Provide a hierarchy of road networks that allow direct and efficient routes to and within Bomen.

FT2.4

Preserve buffers around Bomen and key corridors to avoid land use conflict.

Image: Proposed Riverina Intermodal Freight and Logistics Hub (Source: Wagga Wagga City Council)

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FT3: Freight interchange

Provide a suitable heavy freight transport interchange.

An benefit of bypassing the Sturt Highway is that less heavy vehicles will stop in the city. Presently heavy vehicles park and stay for long periods of time throughout the CBD, causing issues associated with amenity and road safety.

A transport interchange with the following criteria is required: • Strategic location, which corresponds with future bypass • Large site that provides separation between heavy vehicles and small vehicles • Services such as fuel, food and beverage, amenities, and a secure location for parking of heavy vehicles for long periods of time • An interchange will provide a fatigue management centre, trailer interchange and a high quality service centre and will both boost capacity along the Sturt Highway and Olympic Highway, and provide for improved safety options for heavy vehicle operators • Provision of driver amenities including self catering facilities, showers and toilets.

FT3: Freight interchange

Image: Example freight interchange (Source: Yass)

Key

Project

FT3.1

Facilitate a freight interchange facility located in a strategic location.

FT3.2

Facilitate an interchange facility/fatigue management centre with services such as food, beverages, fuel and charging station.

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3.4. road network RN1: Road hierarchy

Regional road

Wagga Wagga’s road network is vital for the economic and social development of the region. Our roads connect key hubs such as Adelaide, Melbourne, Brisbane and Sydney; economic magnets such as the health precinct, Bomen and the CBD; and allow us to travel to work and school, connect with family and friends, and access community services.

Regional roads perform an intermediate function between the main arterial network of State Roads and council controlled local roads. Due to their network significance Roads and Maritime Services (RMS) provides financial assistance to councils for the management of their regional roads.

Reviewing the existing road hierarchy shown in Figure 8, the evidence is clear that private road transport is and will remain the only viable option for most journeys in Wagga Wagga most of time, even with the targeted growth in public transport and rail freight sought by government, and the expected increase in the population density of the city.

Sub-arterial road

Sub-arterial roads carry traffic between industrial, commercial and residential areas.

These roads generally form a grid with roads spaced around 1.5 kilometres apart and link specific land use areas or “cells”. These roads carry between 6,000 and 20,000 vehicles each day including heavy goods vehicles.

Having an efficient network and corridor strategy that is mapped will enable the Council to plan for maintenance and renewal, residential growth and duplication where required.

Collector road

The proposed road hierarchy will provide an efficient network that correlates with major traffic movements, links sub-arterial networks and prioritises people above road traffic in key locations.

Arterial road

Arterial roads carry longer distance traffic to, from and across the urban area. They have connections with the state or national road network running between urban areas and operate as truck routes and carry heavy goods vehicles. These roads generally carry more than 15,000 vehicles each day. The level of service for traffic flow should encourage rather than discourage traffic from using these roads.

Collector roads link local roads to the arterial and sub-arterial roads. The route of collector roads discourages through traffic so that the cell formed by the grid only carries traffic belonging to or serving the cell. These roads carry between 5,000 and 10,000 vehicles each day and a 50 km/h speed limit will normally apply. While heavy vehicles are discouraged, bus services are permitted on these roads.

Local road

Local or access roads provide access to individual properties. An upper speed limit of 50 km/h will normally apply. These roads usually carry less than 1,500 to 2,000 vehicles each day.

The Sturt Highway and Olympic Highway are arterial roads. These roads are the responsibility of RMS and, as such, any proposed changes or modification are funded and coordinated by them.

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Main Street

The Main Street (Baylis and Fitzmaurice streets) is to be considered a standalone street category. It is to be the focal point for the city, supporting activity throughout the day and into the night. It will accommodate a mix of retail, employment, education and leisure uses and as such will require specific and different considerations than other road categories.

RN1: Road hierarchy Key

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RN1.1

Implement the road hierarchy plan that correlates with major traffic movements.

RN1.2

Link the sub-arterial network.

RN1.3

Remove inappropriate freight movements from local roads.

RN1.4

Prioritise people above road traffic in high pedestrian activity areas.

RN1.5

Work with RMS to improve intersections along arterial roads.

Figure 8: Existing Road Hierarchy: (Source: GTA Consultants Technical Report, 2016)

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Figure 9: Proposed Road Hierarchy (Source: Wagga Wagga City Council)

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RN2: Corridor planning Major traffic corridors exist to manage the efficient movement of both light and heavy vehicles through the city and to preserve the amenity of residential areas.

Traffic is encouraged to use the major traffic corridors (i.e. arterial, sub-arterial and collector roads) rather than local streets by the establishment of a functional road hierarchy that is reflective of the needs and aspirations of the city.

As the city expands through residential development, the road hierarchy plan needs to be reviewed regularly to ensure that it is still relevant.

It is also important that the need for new traffic corridors, and the impact on existing infrastructure, be investigated as part of all new residential developments.

Bourke Street is currently classified as an RMS regional road, however Glenfield Road/ Pearson Street corridor has become a de-facto regional road, as it provides efficient access to the northern growth area, Bomen industrial area and Charles Sturt University.

The roads act as a conduit from several major subdivisional developments to the south-west of the city, following the rearrangement of the Bourke Street/Holbrook Road intersection.

Transferring the status of a regional road from Bourke Street to Glenfield Road will improve the operation and efficiency of Bourke Street for local traffic, cyclists and pedestrians. Further, the change of road classification of Glenfield Road supports the Section 94 project for duplication the Glenfield Road corridor.

Another example of the benefit of corridor planning would be in relation to the heavy vehicles that consistently travel along the Sturt Highway through Wagga Wagga.

Conflicts are created when activities associated with schools, businesses and general day-to-day local activities compete with heavy vehicle movements, which occur along Hammond Avenue and Edward Street. To help alleviate this problem, heavy vehicle movement should be encouraged to utilise existing alternate routes.

A long term solution is to work with RMS in investigating and constructing a heavy vehicle bypass along an identified route.

When networks evolve and traffic corridors become heavily utilised, a balance also needs to be struck between preserving through movement efficiency and allowing local movements to cross the corridor.

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The Olympic and Sturt Highways have a critical impact on the performance of traffic corridors under the control of the Wagga Wagga City Council. RMS are currently preparing corridor studies for both the Olympic and Sturt Highways and ongoing dialogue between the two authorities is critical to ensuring the efficient operation of all traffic movements north/south and east/west within the city.

RN2: Corridor planning Key

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RN2.1

Implement the road hierarchy plan to ensure that major road corridors provide for functional and efficient movement of traffic.

RN2.2

Review the layout of key routes and analyse options for improved functionality, particularly the Glenfield Road/Pearson Street corridor, Docker/Gurwood Street corridor and Tarcutta Street.

RN2.3

Enter into negotiations with RMS to transfer regional road status from Bourke Street to Glenfield Road/Pearson Street corridor.

RN2.4

Improve Red Hill Road to sub-arterial standard to accommodate future growth south of the Murrumbidgee River.

RN2.5

Liaise with RMS to ensure that State operated roads are treated to provide the best outcome for the city (particularly the Olympic and Sturt Highways with regard to intersection treatments).

RN3: Network efficiency When an urban network reaches capacity, or has perceived capacity issues at peak times, the sources of congestion are most likely at intersections rather than midblock. Congestion is often due to isolated pinch points where traffic demand and traffic capacity is for various reasons, out of balance with intersections, thus creating a bottleneck (Figure 10).

Examples of this occur at intersections along the Sturt Highway where east/west traffic is given priority over north/south bound traffic, creating queues on city roads at peak times. Another example is the Marshallâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Creek Bridge as it is the only part of the Sturt Highway within city limits that is single lane each way.

In many situations, the works required to provide relief and to balance delays along a corridor may be minor (as in rephasing of traffic lights) or may require modification to the intersection (installation of a roundabout or traffic lights).

Investigations have determined that minor reductions in traffic movements provide significant changes in congestion. If a person were to choose an alternate mode of transport once a fortnight, the reduction in traffic would be 10% which would deliver a 39% reduction in congestion. Therefore, to improve network efficiencies it is important to make both physical changes to the road network and to also manage (reduce) the number of vehicle trips by promoting public transport and active travel (cycling and walking) usage.

The importance of more efficient traffic movements is that economic benefits are achieved due to productivity gains from travel time savings and community wellbeing improves.

RN3: Network efficiency Key

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RN3.1

Implement an efficient road network.

RN3.2

Liaise with RMS to ensure that State roads are treated to provide the best outcome for the city (particularly with respect to traffic lights on the Sturt Highway).

RN3.3

Investigate improvement measures and develop a sequential program of works to improve road network efficiencies now and into the future.

RN3.4

Investigate opportunities to make short car trips less attractive than other modes of transport.

Figure 10: Congestion (Source: GTA Consultants)

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RN4: Street design

RN4: Street design

To develop a more liveable city, it is imperative to understand the different needs of streets as determined by adjoining land use is as much about the traffic carrying function of the road as it is for activating adjoining land use or promoting active travel.

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Where it is appropriate for an area to be more pedestrian and/or bicycle friendly, there may be an opportunity to introduce a “shared zone” (Figure 11). The section of Morrow Street between Baylis Street and Tarcutta Street lends itself to such a proposal due to the significant pedestrian volume that crosses the wide road to access the Civic Centre, Art Gallery, National Art Glass Gallery and Civic Theatre.

RN4.1

Develop street design initiatives that reflect and support specific road requirements.

RN4.2

Investigate the introduction of a “shared zone” within the CBD core as part of the CBD Master Plan (Figure 11).

RN4.3

Investigate streets within the urban area for “road diets”, so that excess road space can be allocated to separated cycleways and improve pedestrian crossing capability. Particularly review the function of Bourke Street to align with the Active Travel Plan.

RN4.4

Review the operation/design of roundabouts within the urban area for improved safety for cyclists and pedestrians.

Where the objective is to move traffic efficiently from origin to destination then normal design considerations/standards would be accepted.

Image: Morrow Street (Source: Wagga Wagga City Council)

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Figure 12: Option for road diet Bourke Street north of Fernleigh Road (Source: Wagga Wagga City Council)

Figure 11: Typical Shared Zone Treatment (Source: City of Greater Bendigo)

Figure 13: Option for road diet Bourke Street South of Fernleigh Road (Source: Wagga Wagga City Council)

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3.5. active travel AT1: Cycling Different cycling users require different types of cycling facilities. Footpath and cycleway facilities connected to key destinations such as employment centres, universities, shopping centres, schools or parks are typically constructed for their specific purpose.

Cycle facilities can be defined as three (3) distinct types: • Cycleway: off road cyclists only path • Shared user path: cycleway shared with pedestrians • Bike lanes: usually on-street lanes for cyclists only Connecting these facilities by joining up the missing links in the network significantly adds value to purpose specific route facilities, creating a network of cycle facilities and footpaths across Wagga Wagga.

Way-finding signage or branding of key cycle corridors is also needed, as many facilities are shown only on maps with no associated street signage or pavement markings to denote them as key cycling routes.

The current bicycle conditions in the Wagga Wagga LGA are only provided within the city and proximate suburbs, with cyclists needing to ride on road to access more rural areas.

Most of the formal bicycle facilities are off road shared paths, many of which have a loose gravel surface, which limits their use by road, and to a lesser extent, hybrid bike types. Broadly speaking, the extent of the network is largely unconnected, requiring users to use a range of facilities, and at times mix with traffic, between major trip generators and attractors.

Although the missing links and quality of the route could be improved, this could form a significant tourist attraction to visitors, especially if connected to other attractions like Lake Albert, Pomingalarna Mountain Bike Park, the disused rail corridor and the levee banks along the Murrumbidgee River network.

Travel within the city, particularly to access the central city from many suburban areas is difficult, namely due to the lack of connected facilities, and wide and relatively high speed roads. Treatment of intersections, especially at the many roundabouts, would also need to be considered. Due to the surplus road capacity, there is an ability to reallocate the road space and accommodate bicycle facilities that are supportive of a wide range of user types.

The public consultation process confirmed the majority of the above existing conditions, noting that the main concerns centred on safety, connectivity and maintenance.

Additional issues raised include the following: • Inadequate path surfaces • Lack of end of trip facilities • Lack of separation between cyclists and vehicles • Lack of signage for drivers that raises awareness of cyclists • Current facilities are generally of a low cost marked lane type • The community has recognised potential opportunities for cycling in Wagga Wagga, including providing educational programs, raising awareness of cyclists and increasing the provision of supporting facilities (such as secure storage and showers).

It is almost possible to travel around the circumference of the main urbanised area of the city along existing bicycle facilities (noting some are informal trails).

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Other opportunities include: • Providing high quality off road facilities along levee banks and potentially the unused rail corridor and its alternatives • Developing standard designs for active travel facilities to be progressively implemented from the CBD out and along key access routes • Developing and incorporating holistic network blueprints so they have statutory weight, which will then help ensure that new developments are required to tie into and/or provide active travel facilities • Changing development control plans and the Section 94 Plan to require active travel facilities as part of all development applications, including end of trip facilities.

Tourism related opportunities; both from a holiday and organised events perspective provide opportunities to implement high quality active transport facilities and supporting information that provides links to the many natural attractions in the area.

AT1: Cycling Key

Project

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Identify a legible, connected and accessible layered network of cycle facilities.

AT1.2

Implement cycle link to north of city, which serves northern growth area and the university.

AT1.3

Implement commuter link along rail corridor from CBD to Forest Hill.

AT1.4

Design and construct southern cycle routes to CBD.

AT1.5

Investigate cycle route to Bomen from residential precincts to link in with preferred active transport corridors.

Image: Bike rack, Fitzmaurice Street (Source: John Wood)

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AT2: Pedestrian movements

AT3: End of trip facilities

Pedestrian priority can be clearly defined in centres through pavement treatments, traffic lane narrowing, speed reductions and, where possible, one way traffic schemes.

Key

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There is potential to implement these actions in the core of the city, particularly Baylis Street, to improve pedestrian connectivity.

AT3.1

Provide end of trip facilities at strategic locations.

AT3.2

Ensure major employment destinations have access to end of trip facilities.

AT3.3

Encourage sharing or usage of end of trip facilities such as gym facilities.

AT3.4

Implement cycling education program for users to access facilities.

AT3.5

Utilise smart applications to indicate where facilities are located.

AT2: Pedestrian movements Key

Project

AT2.1

Prioritise pedestrian movements over other transport modes in high pedestrian activity areas.

AT2.2

Reduce speed limit in high pedestrian activity areas.

AT2.3

Prioritise people over vehicles, through intersection sequencing of traffic lights and traffic calming devices within Baylis Street.

AT2.4

Introduce pedestrian only or priority area spaces within the CBD core.

AT3: End of trip facilities.

The provision of appropriate and sufficient end of trip facilities in new developments will encourage greater use of alternate modes of transport. End of trip facilities include storage for bicycles and shower and change room areas. Quantity and quality of facilities varies, depending on a development’s location and cycling demand.

Table 7: End of trip facility inclusions.

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AT4: Active travel Walking and cycling connections within higher activity areas reduce congestion and reliance on private vehicles.

• High quality facilities are required within areas of very high concentration of employment • Medium scale facilities are required within areas of medium concentration of employment • Low scale facilities are required where shorter bursts of activity occur at key recreation location.

AT4: Active travel

AT5: Programs

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AT4.1

Integrate active travel within the CBD, health precinct, concentrations of employment and education.

AT5.1

Use walking and cycling programs to encourage more people to use active transport.

AT4.2

Develop an adequate network of footpaths and cycleways within 2km of activity centres.

AT5.2

Implement Walking School Bus program.

AT4.3

Provide safe routes for children to walk and ride to school through introduction of wider footpaths.

AT5.3

Implement programs to encourage cycling and walking for specific user groups.

AT4.4

Undertake a speed limit review in active travel areas.

AT5: Programs Two programs to promote active travel that are considered most applicable to Wagga Wagga include:

Walking School Bus

A walking school bus is a group of children that walks to school with one or more adults.

It can simply be families taking turns walking their children to school or as an organised service with a designated route that has meeting points, timetables and a group of trained volunteers. Walking school buses provide flexibility to adapt to unique situations, making them appealing to communities of all sizes.

Walking Route Themes

These give a sense of place and commonality to the facilities, and highlight their use.

Naming and branding can leverage off existing well known features of the city providing an initial level of significance so it is top-of-mind when considering undertaking any walking activities.

Image: Bike share (Source: Portland)

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AT6: Priority for people Pedestrian conditions require improvement within the CBD of Wagga Wagga, particularly along the Baylis Street and Fitzmaurice Street corridor. Although there are wide and even footpaths, compliant ramps and some mid-block zebra crossings, cars still take priority over pedestrians. Adjustment to crossing wait times and traffic light sequencing will assist in creating a pedestrian oriented CBD experience.

Suburbs close to the CBD tend to have better facilities for pedestrians, with footpaths on one or both sides of streets. However, many streets are quite wide with nonexistent or inadequate mid-block and intersection crossing facilities. A common example of a pedestrian crossing facility issue in Wagga Wagga relates to the many roundabouts that donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t provide crossing facilities on approaches; they donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t align with the pedestrian desire line, and/or lead users to wait adjacent to the splitter island within the roundabout circulating lanes.

The rail line running through the city also poses a significant barrier to pedestrian movement. Some pedestrian overpasses have steep gradients, limited width and inadequate handrails that may be unsuitable for some people, such as people with disabilities, especially when passing other users travelling in the opposite direction.

A number of options are available to resolve the existing pedestrian facility issues and ensure that future developments provide a suitable level of pedestrian access to all users.

One option is to review and update the existing Pedestrian and Mobility Plan, which was first developed in 2010, to ensure that it aligns with the objectives of the Integrated Transport Strategy.

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AT6: Priority for people Key

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AT6.1

Prioritise people and pedestrian movement.

AT6.2

Update the LEP and DCP to include walking facilities integrating into broader networks.

AT6.3

Review and update existing Pedestrian Access and Mobility Plan (PAMP) to reflect integrated transport strategy objectives.

AT6.4

Improve permeability and connectivity to and within activity centres and neighbourhoods.

AT6.5

Improve crossability of major roads and roundabouts - Tarcutta Street, Kooringal Road, Lake Albert Road, Red Hill Road, Docker Street and Glenfield Road.

AT6.6

Improve and develop comfort, safety and quality of footpaths.

AT6.7

Implement quality walking treatments over quantity including establishing and maintaining tree canopies.

AT6.8

Create a safe environment for all road users along Baylis Street and Fitzmaurice Street, including improved conditions for active and public transport.

AT6.9

Develop a program for safe school access.

AT6.10

Increase community knowledge and connectivity of recreational walking trails, e.g. Wiradjuri Walking Track.

It is important that high quality pedestrian facilities are provided where high pedestrian activity occurs. The following key concepts apply to developing high quality pedestrian environments:

Pedestrian level of service

The level of service relates to the physical aspects of pedestrian facilities such as the width, directness, smoothness, as well as the type of crossing facilities. Typical footpath widths of 1.2m to 2.0m do not support high pedestrian volumes. At best they can accommodate two way single file flows. Any groups or stationary people would result in low levels of service on such path widths.

As such, where high pedestrian volumes are desired, 2.5 - 3.0m wide and greater pedestrian paths should be used with suitable clearances to moving and parked cars, bus stops, active retail/cafĂŠ frontages, etc. At intersections a pedestrianâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s level of service is governed by wait times. Of the current types of crossing facilities available to pedestrians the marked zebra crossing tends to provide the highest level of service with essentially no waiting time, whereas signalised or pedestrian refuge supported crossing facilities are dependent on the intersecting traffic volumes and composition.

Pedestrian safety

Safety at crossing points is a key issue in the attractiveness of the pedestrian network, particularly for elderly, young or less mobile users. Addressing pedestrian safety at road crossings and intersections by providing pedestrian priority crossing points is expected to provide a significant safety improvement. However, within high pedestrian areas it is recommended that lower speed limits be set.

Pedestrian amenity

Apart from the provision of sufficient path widths, pedestrian priority road crossings, and lower speed limits; pedestrian amenity can refer to supporting infrastructure such as shade, seating, public toilets, and drinking fountains. In addition, urban design considerations such as active frontages, level of separation from major traffic flows and urban form contribute to increased amenity.

Pedestrian connectivity

High pedestrian connectivity refers to the provision of continuous facilities along the most direct route between two attractors. They should provide a network of direct connections between key trip generators and attractors.

Fine grained detail matters

In order to create attractive pedestrian routes and environments, attention to detail is critical. Many aspects of road design unintentionally prioritise vehicles over pedestrians, yet they are so commonplace that few question them. Examples of this include deviation in a pedestrian path at an intersection, to allow vehicles to clear the intersection before the pedestrian crossing, or large radius corners designed to allow for higher vehicle speeds, which in turn can increase pedestrian crossing distances, and reduce safety due to higher vehicle speeds network, particularly for less mobile users or users with special needs.

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3.6. public transport PT1: Public transport

PT1: Public Transport

Wagga Wagga is a major regional centre and has a reasonably extensive public transport network based on the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s size and function.

Key

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PT 1.1

Review all forms of public transport to better serve the entire community.

PT 1.2

Review bus timetables in accordance with work, shopping, school and business hours.

PT 1.3

Rationalise bus routes based on potential utilisation rather than coverage. More services to areas that have lower car ownership.

PT 1.4

Develop an innovative transport trial that supports a flexible public transport system in collaboration with TfNSW.

PT 1.5

Investigate accessibility to and viability of public transport for villages.

PT1.6

Investigate alternative public transport, including taxis and community and care group bus services, to better serve people with a disability.

PT1.7

Develop and implement Regional Airport Master Plan, investigate the surrounding road network, and protect the flight path from the impact of future residential development.

PT1.8

Ensure high speed rail station is planned for Wagga Wagga.

PT1.9

Improved rail and bus transport to Canberra, Melbourne and Sydney.

A privately owned internal bus network connects the CBD area with the surrounding suburbs and primarily operates to the same frequency on weekdays and Saturdays (though Saturdays tend to have later first services and earlier last services). No bus services operate on Sundays or public holidays.

Opportunities exist to rationalise the existing public bus network so that it is based on travel time and utilisation, rather than area coverage.

Public transport availability, accessibility and cost have come into question from people with a disability, residents of areas with low car ownership and families in general. It is imperative to understand the nature and extent of this problem and to seek solutions.

Allowing appropriate land use around bus network links would create/allow people the opportunity to use a bus network close to their residence with a reliable service connecting them to employment and retail precincts.

Outside of the CBD and suburbs, air and rail transport is available providing broader connections to the region, state and nationally.

For the future development of the city and the region, to ensure that long term protection is provided for the air flight path and rail corridors against incompatible development.

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PT2: Taxi demand While public transport is government regulated, TfNSW is aware of the challenges of providing high quality public transport in regional centres and areas. TfNSW have indicated that a regional centre with a population of 40,000â&#x20AC;&#x201C;60,000 would be a well-received partner for an innovative public transport trial.

At present there are only 31 operating taxi licenses within Wagga Wagga, which is sufficient to provide daytime service but is inadequate to cope with the high demands required on some weekday nights, weekends and when major events occur.

Overcoming the demand on taxis at peak times would be an ideal opportunity for an innovative transport trial in consultation with TfNSW.

Image: Wagga Taxi (Source: Wagga Wagga City Council)

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PT2: Taxi demand Key

Project

PT2.1

Investigate options to overcome taxi demand issues at peak times.

PT2.2

Investigate current requirements (or restrictions) within existing legislation regarding Taxi licensing and coverage.

PT2.3

Develop an innovative trial to accommodate peak demand for taxis in collaboration with TfNSW.

PT3: Transport interchange

PT3: Transport interchange

The CBD area is connected to the suburbs by many bus routes that all utilise the whole length of Baylis and Fitzmaurice Streets to drop off and pick up customers.

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PT3.1

Investigate opportunity to establish a centralised public transport interchange area within the CBD to accommodate both buses and taxis as part of the CBD Master Plan.

PT3.2

Develop a business case for the introduction of a centralised transport interchange within the CBD area.

This requires many bus zones along the main thoroughfare of the CBD that could be better utilised for disabled parking bays, taxi drop off zones for physically impaired customers, more general use parking bays, or even sites for â&#x20AC;&#x153;pop upâ&#x20AC;? food vans and entertainment.

The constant movement of buses, delivery trucks and other traffic in the CBD reinforces the concept that the CBD area is for traffic to the detriment of pedestrians and cyclists.

The concept of developing a centralised public transport interchange area within the CBD would reduce unwanted traffic congestion, increase pedestrian movement and enable the CBD to become a focal point in its own right.

Image: Example transport interchange (Source: CMAA Australia, Sunshine Bus Interchange)

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PT4: Bus network Unless public transport can compete with vehicle times, then a modal shift is reliant upon expensive parking fees to encourage use.

PT4: Bus network Key

Project

PT4.1

Investigate priorities, route planning and innovative ideas for increasing viability and function of bus network.

PT4.2

Review land use around key public transport routes to encourage more people to use public transport.

PT4.3

Investigate the introduction of rapid bus routes that connects the northern growth area, major shopping centres, the health precinct and the CBD with no intermediate stops.

PT4.4

Investigate feasibility of shuttle bus loop service along Fitzmaurice Street and Baylis Street and/or to other key locations within the CBD.

PT4.5

Review need for buses on rapid bus routes to travel along Baylis and Fitzmaurice Streets, but rather travel east/west along predetermined cross streets. Bus zones along Baylis Street/Fitzmaurice Street are eliminated thereby allowing for more speciality parking.

PT4.6

Ensure all new suburban release areas identify major transport routes and corridors to link efficiently with existing network.

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PT5: Event transport Wagga Wagga holds regional events such as high profile representative rugby league, rugby union, AFL and cricket matches, major equestrian events and large concerts, which do not occur in the core of the city. It is important that event transport is considered to ensure the CBD can benefit from these activities.

Country Versus City - McDonaldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Park (Source: City of Wagga Wagga)

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PT5: Event transport Key

Project

PT5.1

Investigate alternate transport modes/opportunities to and from the CBD to large events located at distance from the CBD.

PT5.2

Provide shuttle services directly to the core of the CBD at the conclusion of major events.

PT5.3

Prioritise event services over car parking.

4. implementation plan

4. implementation plan 4: Implementation Plan The implementation plan pulls together the actions from the Strategy and identifies high level timing, cost, funding, resources, responsibility and sequencing.

Timing

Timing identified in the implementation plan is as nomination for the commencement of specific projects as follows:

Sequence

Sequencing identifies whether there is another project that is required to be completed prior to the applicable project.

Acronyms

The following acronyms are used throughout the implementation plan: Council – Wagga Wagga City Council

• Short term: 0 - 5 years • Medium term: 6 - 15 years • Long term: 16 - 30 years.

RMS – Roads and Maritime Services

Cost

JOC – Joint Organisation of Councils

DPE – Department of Planning and Environment REROC – Riverina Eastern Regional Organisation of Councils

All costings identified in the implementation plan are subject to detailed design, and are indicative only.

C4W – Committee for Wagga

Funded

HIA – Housing Industry Association

WIB – Women in Business

The funded section identifies if there is currently funding available in the Council’s Long Term Financial Plan.

TfNSW – Transport for NSW

Resource

TBC – To be costed

Resources identified are those that will be able to provide support to action the project.

LTFP – Long term financial plan PAMP - Pedestrian Access and Mobility Plan

Responsibility

The responsibility identified is those that have ultimate control over actioning the project.

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ILU: Integrated Land Use ILU1: Regional planning for economic development ILU1.1

Prioritise the role of freight and logistics hubs.

Ongoing

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N/A

City Strategy

ILU1.2

Preserve freight transit corridors.

Ongoing

N/A

N/A

City Strategy

ILU1.3

Grow the social and economic links between regional cities, smaller towns and villages to make access to new markets easier and to drive sustainable economic growth.

Ongoing

Become a smart city by integrating technology with public transport, roads and related infrastructure and parking.

Medium Term (Year 6)

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Council N/A

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City Strategy

DPE Adjoining LGAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

N/A

REROC/JOC TBC

No

City Strategy

Council Adjoining LGAs

N/A

Council ILU1.5

Develop policies that stimulate the private sector, in collaboration with the city, to make the necessary investment.

Business Chamber Ongoing

N/A

N/A

City Strategy

C4W

N/A

WIB HIA

ILU2: Strategic planning Council ILU2.1

Encourage residential development based upon activity and transport corridors.

Ongoing

N/A

N/A

City Strategy

DPE TfNSW

N/A

Industry ILU2.2

Ensure that future residential growth is connected to sufficient road networks to minimise congestion on key corridors.

Ongoing

N/A

N/A

City Strategy

Council

Operations

Industry

N/A

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Project

ILU2.3

Ensure that pedestrians and active travel modes are a priority in all future infill and greenfield development.

ILU2.4

Ensure that private vehicles are not the only form of transport to be connected in Wagga Wagga.

ILU2.5

Ensure key sites and corridors are preserved for density where appropriate.

Timing

Est. Cost

Funded

Resource

Responsibility

Sequence

City Strategy Ongoing

N/A

N/A

Operations

Council

Development Services

Industry

N/A

Council Ongoing

N/A

N/A

City Strategy

TfNSW RMS

N/A

Transport Operators Council Ongoing

N/A

N/A

City Strategy

DPE

N/A

Industry

ILU3: Northern growth area Council ILU3.1

Assess the infrastructure requirements needed to meet future needs.

Ongoing

TBC

No

Operations

TfNSW RMS

N/A

Industry ILU3.2

Prepare a northern growth area structure plan.

Short term (Year 1)

ILU3.3

Initiate detailed design plans for and implement construction of Farrer Road improvement.

Short term (Year 1 - design) (Year 3 Construction)

ILU3.4

Review layout of key routes and intersections in the northern growth area to ensure stable functionality now and into the future. These routes include Pine Gully Road, Farrer Road, Estella Road and Boorooma Street.

Short term (Year 1)

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N/A Design $126,354 Construction $3,300,000 High level costing TBC

$30,000

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No

City Strategy

Industry

N/A

Operations

Council

ILU3.2

Operations

Council

ILU3.2

Key

Project

Timing

Est. Cost

Funded

Resource

ILU3.5

Improve intersections with the Olympic Highway in collaboration with RMS. Particularly the intersection of Old Narrandera Road and the Olympic Highway.

Short term (Year 1 - investigate preferred option) (Construction dependent on RMS funding)

TBC

No

RMS

ILU3.6

Integrate northern growth area with the sub-arterial network.

Ongoing

N/A

N/A

ILU3.7

Lobby and negotiate for duplication of Gobbagombalin Bridge.

Ongoing

N/A

N/A

City Strategy

Short term (Year 1)

$200,000

Partial

City Strategy

City Strategy Operations

Responsibility Council RMS

Council TfNSW RMS

Sequence

N/A

ILU3.2

N/A

ILU4: CBD precinct ILU4.1

Prepare a CBD structure plan that promotes the viability and longevity of the core.

ILU4.2

Investigate streets within the CBD area (both core and frame) for “road diets” so Short term that excess road space can be allocated to (Year 1) separated cycle ways and improve pedestrian crossing capability.

$35,000

No

Operations

ILU4.3

Review the operation/design of roundabouts within the CBD area (both core and frame) for improved safety for cyclists and pedestrians.

Short term (Year 1)

$25,000

No

Operations

Short term (Year 2)

TBC

No

City Strategy

Council

Council RMS

Council

N/A

ILU4.1

ILU4.1

ILU5: Health precinct ILU5.1

Prepare a structure plan for health precinct.

Council Health

N/A

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Key

Project

Timing

Est. Cost

Funded

Resource

ILU5.2

Intensify the clustering of education and health enterprises and improve coordination of activities.

Short term (Year 3)

N/A

N/A

City Strategy

ILU5.3

Prepare a health precinct car parking hierarchy.

Short term (Year 2)

TBC

No

Operations

ILU5.4

Improve walking and cycling access to, from and within the health precinct.

Ongoing

TBC

No

City Strategy

ILU5.5

Improve intersections with Sturt Highway between Dobney Avenue and Brookong Avenue.

Medium term

TBC

No

Operations

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Sequence ILU5.1

ILU5.1

ILU5.1

N/A

Key

Project

Timing

Est. Cost

Funded

Resource

Responsibility

Sequence

PK: Parking PK1: Parking area classification scheme and hierarchy Council

PK1.1

Implement and maintain a parking area classification scheme and hierarchy.

Short term (Year 1)

TBC

Partial

Operations

PK1.2

Identify parking sites within core of the city for Short term alternate mixed use opportunities.

(Year 2)

N/A

N/A

City Strategy

Council

ILU4.1

PK1.3

Identify suitable locations for multistorey car parks to feed activity to the CBD core.

Short term (Year 2)

N/A

N/A

City Strategy

Council

ILU4.1

PK1.4

Implement the principles of the car parking hierarchy within the DCP.

Short term (Year 2)

N/A

N/A

City Strategy

Council

ILU4.1

PK1.5

Investigate conversion of parallel parking to angle parking in appropriate areas.

Short term (Year 2 - Investigate) Medium Term (Implement)

TBC

No

Operations

Council

N/A

Council

N/A

Council

N/A

RMS

N/A

PK2: Supply of off-street parking City Strategy PK2.1

Discourage over supply of off-street parking.

Ongoing

N/A

N/A

PK2.2

Rationalise car parking within the CBD (both core and frame), encourage conversion of street level public car spaces to be converted to commercial uses utilising air space for mixed use development.

Medium term

N/A

N/A

Development Services City Strategy Operations

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Key

Project

Timing

Est. Cost

Funded

Resource

PK2.3

Enter public-private partnerships for multistorey car parking within walking distance of high employment areas or long stay areas.

Medium term

N/A

N/A

City Strategy

PK2.4

Ensure that appropriate traffic movement and short stay parking is provided in high pedestrian activity and short turnover areas within the CBD.

Ongoing

Improve off-street parking access and lighting.

Short term (Year 4-Design, Year 5-Construct)

PK2.5

Responsibility Council Industry

Sequence N/A

City Strategy N/A

N/A

Operations

Council

N/A

Council

N/A

Council

N/A

Council

N/A

Council

N/A

Compliance TBC

No

Operations

PK3: Capacity of off-street parking capacity City Strategy

PK3.1

Ensure off-street parking accommodates needs triggered by large employment generators outside of the CBD core.

Ongoing

N/A

N/A

PK3.2

Manage on-street parking regulations to limit long stay parking.

Ongoing

N/A

N/A

PK3.3

Ensure sufficient accessible parking for customers and visitors.

Ongoing

N/A

N/A

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Key

Project

Timing

Est. Cost

Funded

Resource

Responsibility

Sequence

PK4: Short stay parking PK4.1

Ensure sufficient turnover of short stay parking through time regulation enforcement.

Ongoing

N/A

N/A

Compliance

Council

N/A

PK4.2

Short stay parking to be implemented within CBD core where walking and/or cycling are practical.

Short term (Year 3 - Investigate, Year 4 - Implement)

TBC

No

Operations

Council

N/A

PK4.3

Short stay parking to be implemented in CBD frame where destinations that have high turnover occur.

Short term (Year 3 - Investigate, Year 4 - Implement)

TBC

No

Operations

Council

N/A

PK4.4

Short stay parking in the CBD core and centres to provide parking for consumers and Short term off-street long term parking to provide parking (Year 5) for employees.

TBC

No

Operations

Council

N/A

N/A

N/A

Operations

Council

N/A

PK5: Specialty parking Short term (Year 3 - Investigate and Design, Year 4 - Implement)

PK5.1

Provide adequate specialty parking such as loading zones, bus stops, taxi ranks, car share schemes or parking for people with disabilities.

PK5.2

Investigate opportunities to enable taxis and Short Term community transport shuttle services to utilise (Year 1) loading areas.

N/A

N/A

Operations

PK5.3

Implement specialty parking requirements within the DCP.

N/A

N/A

City Strategy

Short term (Year 2)

Council TfNSW Council

N/A

N/A

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Key

Project

Timing

Est. Cost

Funded

Resource

Responsibility

Sequence

RMS

N/A

FT: Freight and logistics FT1: Freight movements Investigate (in conjunction with RMS) an alternate heavy vehicle route from the Sturt Highway to the Olympic Highway and review heavy vehicle current usage of existing northern infrastructure.

Medium term

FT1.2

Work with RMS to preserve a heavy vehicle bypass corridor south of the Sturt Highway within Council strategies.

Medium term

N/A

N/A

City Strategy

TfNSW

N/A

FT1.3

Negotiate a program with the NSW Government and Federal Government for timing of heavy vehicle bypass.

Medium term

N/A

N/A

City Strategy

RMS

N/A

N/A

FT1.1

City Strategy TBC

No

RMS TfNSW

FT2: Bomen intermodal destination hub FT2.1

Prioritise Bomen as a major intermodal destination hub on the Melbourne to Brisbane Inland Rail Network.

Ongoing

N/A

N/A

City Strategy

Council

FT2.2

Implement controls for land use patterns to ensure access to transport infrastructure, primarily the rail corridor, is retained for businesses that require access.

Short term (Year 4)

N/A

N/A

City Strategy Development Services

Council

FT2.3

Provide a hierarchy of road networks that allow direct and efficient routes to and within Bomen.

Short term (Year 1)

N/A

N/A

FT2.4

Preserve buffers around Bomen and key corridors to avoid land use conflict.

Ongoing (As required)

N/A

N/A

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City Strategy Operations City Strategy

Industry

N/A

Council

N/A

Council

N/A

Key

Project

Timing

Est. Cost

Funded

Resource

Responsibility

Sequence

FT3: Freight interchange FT3.1

Facilitate a freight interchange facility in a strategic location.

Short term

N/A

N/A

City Strategy

Industry

N/A

FT3.2

Facilitate an interchange facility/fatigue management centre with services such as food, beverages, fuel and charging station.

Short term

N/A

N/A

City Strategy

Industry

N/A

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Key

Project

Timing

Est. Cost

Funded

Resource

Responsibility

City Strategy

Council

Operations

RMS

City Strategy

Council

Operations

RMS

City Strategy

Council

Operations

RMS

City Strategy

Council

Operations

RMS

City Strategy

Council

Operations

RMS

City Strategy

Council

Operations

RMS

Sequence

RN: Road Network RN1: Road hierarchy RN1.1

Implement the road hierarchy plan that correlates with major traffic movements.

Short term (Year 1)

N/A

N/A

RN1.2

Link the sub-arterial network.

Short term (Year 1)

N/A

N/A

RN1.3

Remove inappropriate freight movements from local roads.

Ongoing

N/A

N/A

RN1.4

Prioritise people above road traffic in high pedestrian activity areas.

Medium

N/A

N/A

RN1.5

Work with RMS to improve intersections along arterial roads.

Ongoing

N/A

N/A

Short term (Year 1)

N/A

N/A

N/A

RN1.1

RN1.1

RN1.1

RN1.1

RN2: Corridor planning RN2.1

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Implement the road hierarchy plan to ensure that major road corridors provide for functional and efficient movement of traffic.

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N/A

Key

Project

Timing

Est. Cost

RN2.2

Review the layout of key routes and analyse options for improved functionality, particularly the Glenfield Road/Pearson Street corridor, Docker/Gurwood Street Corridor and Tarcutta Street.

Short term (Year 1 - Investigate)

$30,000

RN2.3

Enter into negotiations with RMS to transfer regional road status from Bourke Street to Glenfield Road/Pearson Street corridor.

RN2.4

Improve Red Hill Road to sub-arterial standard to accommodate future growth south of the Murrumbidgee River.

Medium term

RN2.5

Liaise with RMS to ensure that State operated roads are managed to provide the best outcome for the city (particularly the Olympic and Sturt Highways with regard to intersection treatments).

Ongoing

Short to Medium term (Construct options as funds permit) Short term

Funded

$11,000,000 (High level costing Partial for duplication of Glenfield Road)

$30,000

No

$4,267,177

Resource

Operations

Operations RMS

City Strategy

Council

Operations

RMS

Partial

Operations

N/A

N/A

Operations

High level costing

Responsibility

Council RMS

Council RMS

Sequence

N/A

RN1.1

RN1.1

N/A

RN3: Network efficiency Operations

Council

City Strategy

RMS

RN3.1

Implement an efficient road network.

Ongoing

N/A

N/A

RN3.2

Liaise with RMS to ensure that State operated roads are managed to provide the best Ongoing outcome for the city (particularly with respect to traffic lights on the Sturt Highway).

N/A

N/A

Operations

RN3.3

Investigate improvement measures and develop a sequential program of works to improve road network efficiencies now and into the future.

Internal

No - Future funding required

Operations

Year 1 only

Council RMS Council RMS

N/A

N/A

N/A

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Key

Project

Timing

Est. Cost

Funded

RN3.4

Investigate opportunities to make short car trips less attractive than other modes of transport.

Ongoing

N/A

N/A

Short term (Year 3)

N/A

N/A

Resource

Responsibility

Sequence

Council

N/A

City Strategy

Council

RN1.1

Operations City Strategy

RN4: Street design RN4.1

Develop street design initiatives that reflect and support specific road requirements.

RN4.2

Investigate the introduction of a “shared zone” within the CBD core as part of the Medium term CBD Master Plan.

N/A

N/A

City Strategy

Council

RN4.3

Investigate streets within the urban area for “road diets”, so that excess road space can be allocated to separated cycleways and improve pedestrian crossing capability.

Particularly review the function of Bourke Street to align with the Active Travel Plan.

Short term (Year 1)

N/A

N/A

Operations

Council

N/A

RN4.4

Review the operation/design of roundabouts within the urban area for improved safety for cyclists and pedestrians.

Medium term (Year 4)

TBC

No

Operations

Council

N/A

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RN1.1 ILU4.1

Key

Project

Timing

Est. Cost

Funded

Resource

N/A

N/A

City Strategy

State Grants

City Strategy

N/A

City Strategy

Responsibility

Sequence

AT: Active Travel AT1: Cycling AT1.1

Identify a legible, connected and accessible layered network of cycle facilities.

Short term (Year 1)

AT1.2

Implement cycle link to north of city, which serves northern growth area and university.

Short term (Year 2 - Design, Year 4 - Construct)

$550,000

AT1.3

Implement commuter link along rail corridor from CBD to Forest Hill.

Short term (Year 2 - Design, Year 4 - Construct)

$550,000

AT1.4

Design and construct southern cycle routes to CBD.

Medium term (Year 3 - Design, Year 4 - Construct)

TBC

N/A

City Strategy

AT1.5

Investigate cycle route to Bomen from residential precincts to link in with preferred active transport corridors.

Medium term

N/A

N/A

City Strategy

TBC

TBC

Council Industry Council Industry Council Industry Council Industry Council Industry

N/A

AT1.1

AT1.1

AT1.1

AT1.1

AT2: Pedestrian movements AT2.1

Prioritise pedestrian movements over other transport modes in high pedestrian activity areas.

Short term\ (Year 2)

N/A

N/A

City Strategy

AT2.2

Reduce speed limit in high pedestrian activity areas.

Medium term

N/A

N/A

RMS

Council RMS RMS

N/A

N/A

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Key

Project

Timing

Est. Cost

Funded

AT2.3

Prioritise people over vehicles, through intersection sequencing of traffic lights and traffic calming devices within Baylis Street.

Short term (Year 2 - Trial)

TBC

No

AT2.4

Introduce pedestrian only or priority area spaces within the CBD core.

Medium term

TBC

No

Resource

Responsibility

Operations

Operations

RMS

Council

Operations

Council

Sequence N/A

N/A

AT3: End of trip facilities City Strategy

Council

AT3.1

Provide end of trip facilities at strategic locations.

Medium term

TBC

No

AT3.2

Ensure major employment destinations have access to end of trip facilities.

Medium term

N/A

No

Development Services

Industry

N/A

AT3.3

Encourage sharing or usage of end of trip facilities such as gym facilities.

Medium term

N/A

No

City Strategy

Industry

AT1.1

AT3.4

Implement cycling education program for users to access facilities.

Medium term

TBC

No

City Strategy

AT3.5

Utilise smart applications to indicate where facilities are located.

Ongoing

TBC

No

City Strategy

Ongoing

TBC

Yes

City Strategy

Development Services

Industry

Council RMS Council Industry

AT1.1

AT1.1

AT3.1

AT4: Active travel AT4.1

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Integrate active travel within the CBD, health precinct, concentrations of employment and education.

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Council

AT1.1

Key

Project

Timing

Est. Cost

Funded

Resource

Responsibility

Sequence

AT4.2

Develop an adequate network of footpaths.

Short term

$1,100,000

Partial

Operations

Council

AT1.1

AT4.3

Provide safe routes for children to walk and ride to school through introduction of wider footpaths.

Ongoing

TBC

Partial

Operations

Council

N/A

AT4.4

Undertake a speed limit review in active travel areas.

Medium term

$30,000

No

Operations

Council

AT1.1

Ongoing

N/A

N/A

Social Planning

Council

N/A

N/A

N/A

Schools

N/A

Ongoing

TBC

No

RMS

TfNSW

N/A

AT5: Programs AT5.1

Use walking and cycling programs to encourage more people to use active transport.

AT5.2

Implement Walking School Bus program.

AT5.3

Implement programs to encourage cycling and walking for specific user groups.

Short term (Year 3)

City Strategy Schools

AT6: Priority for people AT6.1

Prioritise people and pedestrian movement.

Ongoing

TBC

No

City Strategy

Council

N/A

AT6.2

Update the LEP and DCP to include walking facilities integrating into broader networks.

Ongoing

N/A

N/A

City Strategy

Council

N/A

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Key

Project

Timing

Est. Cost

Funded

AT6.3

Review and update existing PAMP to reflect integrated transport strategy objectives.

Medium term

TBC

No

AT6.4

Improve permeability and connectivity to and within activity centres and neighbourhoods.

Ongoing

TBC

AT6.5

Improve crossability of major roads and roundabouts - Tarcutta Street, Kooringal Road, Lake Albert Road, Red Hill Road, Docker Street and Glenfield Road.

Short term (Year 2)

AT6.6

Improve and develop comfort, safety and quality of footpaths.

AT6.7

Responsibility

Sequence

Community Services

Council

N/A

No

City Strategy

Council

N/A

TBC

No

Operations

Council

N/A

Medium term

TBC

No

Operations

Council

N/A

Implement quality walking treatments over quantity including establishing and maintaining tree canopies

Ongoing

TBC

No

Operations

Council

N/A

AT6.8

Create a safe environment for all road users along Baylis Street and Fitzmaurice Street, including improved conditions for active and public transport.

Short term (Year 4)

Main street upgrades/ improvements

Partial

Operations

Council

N/A

AT6.9

Develop a program for safe school access.

Medium term

TBC

No

City Strategy

Council

Operations

Schools

AT6.10

Increase community knowledge and connectivity of recreational walking trails, e.g.

Wiradjuri Walking Track.

Medium term

TBC

Partial

Community Services

Council

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Resource Operations

TBC

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N/A

N/A

Key

Project

Timing

Est. Cost

Funded

Resource

Responsibility

Sequence

PT: Public Transport PT1: Public transport PT 1.1

Review all forms of public transport to better serve the entire community.

Ongoing

N/A

No

Operations

TNSW

N/A

PT 1.2

Review bus timetables in accordance with work, shopping, school and business hours.

Medium term

N/A

No

Operations

Industry

PT1.1

PT 1.3

Rationalise bus routes based on potential utilisation rather than coverage. More services Medium term to areas that have lower car ownership.

TBC

No

Operations

Industry

PT1.1

PT 1.4

Develop an innovative transport trial that supports a flexible public transport system in collaboration with TfNSW.

Short term (Year 3)

TBC

No

City Strategy

TNSW

Operations

Council

PT 1.5

Investigate accessibility to and viability of public transport for villages.

Long term

N/A

No

City Strategy

TNSW

N/A

PT1.6

Investigate alternative public transport, including taxis and community and care group bus services, to better serve people with a disability.

Medium term

TNSW

N/A

PT1.7

Develop and implement Regional Airport Master Plan, investigate the surrounding road network and protect the flight path from the impact of future residential development.

Short term (Year 3)

Council

N/A

PT1.1

City Strategy N/A

No

Operations Community Services

TBC Airport Business Plan

No

Commercial

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Timing

Est. Cost

Funded

Resource

Responsibility

Sequence

PT1.8

Ensure high speed rail station is planned for Wagga Wagga.

Ongoing

N/A

N/A

City Strategy

Council

N/A

PT1.9

Improved rail and bus transport to Canberra, Melbourne and Sydney.

Ongoing

N/A

N/A

City Strategy

TfNSW

N/A

Industry

N/A

PT2: Taxi demand City Strategy

PT2.1

Investigate options to overcome taxi demand issues at peak times.

Short term (Year 3)

N/A

N/A

PT2.2

Investigate current requirements (or restrictions) within existing legislation regarding taxi licensing and coverage.

Short term (Year 2)

N/A

N/A

City Strategy

Industry

N/A

PT2.3

Develop an innovative trial to accommodate peak demand for taxis in collaboration with TfNSW.

Short term (Year 3)

N/A

N/A

City Strategy

Industry

PT2.2

Short term (Year 3)

TBC

No

City Strategy

Council

Operations

TfNSW

Operations

PT3: Transport interchange PT3.1

Investigate opportunity to establish a centralised public transport interchange area within the CBD to accommodate both buses and taxis as part of the CBD Master Plan.

PT3.2

Develop a business case for the introduction of a centralised transport interchange within the CBD area.

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ILU4.1

City Strategy Short term (Year 4)

TBC

WAGGA INTEGRATED TRANSPORT STRATEGY and IMPLEMENTATION PLAN 2040

No

Operations

Council

Community Services

TfNSW

PT3.1

Key

Project

Timing

Est. Cost

Funded

Resource

Responsibility

Sequence

PT4: Bus network PT4.1

Investigate priorities, route planning and innovative ideas for increasing viability and function of bus network.

Short term (Year 5)

N/A

N/A

City Strategy

PT4.2

Review land use around key public transport routes to encourage more people to use public transport

Short term (Year 2)

N/A

N/A

City Strategy

PT4.3

Investigate the introduction of rapid bus routes that connects the northern growth area, major shopping centres, the health precinct and the CBD with no intermediate stops.

Short term (Year 2)

TBC

No

City Strategy Operations

PT4.4

Investigate feasibility of shuttle bus loop service along Fitzmaurice Street and Baylis Short term Street and/or to other key locations within the (Year 2) CBD area.

TBC

No

Community Services

PT4.5

Review need for buses on rapid bus routes to travel Baylis Street/Fitzmaurice Streets, but rather travel east/west along predetermined cross streets. (Bus zones along Baylis Street/ Fitzmaurice Street are eliminated thereby allowing for more specialty parking).

$10,000

No

Operations

PT4.6

Ensure all new suburban release areas identify major transport routes and corridors to link Ongoing efficiently with existing network.

N/A

N/A

City Strategy

Short term (Year 1)

City Strategy

Council TfNSW Council TfNSW

N/A

N/A

Council TfNSW

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Local business groups Council TfNSW

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Council Industry

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Key

Project

Timing

Est. Cost

Funded

Resource

Responsibility

Sequence

Short term (Year 3)

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Industry

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Event Management

Council

Event Management

Council

PT5: Event transport PT5.1

Investigate alternate transport modes/ opportunities to and from the CBD to large events located at distance from the CBD.

PT5.2

Provide shuttle services directly to the core of the CBD at the conclusion of major events.

Medium term

TBC, but possibly user pays through No event ticket purchase

PT5.3

Prioritise event services over car parking.

Medium term

N/A

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City Strategy Operations

Event Promoters

Event Promoters

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