MELBOURNE, VIC. — Whittlesea City Council is one of seven councils calling for critical upgrades to transform the transport system in Melbourne’s northern suburbs.
The Northern Councils Alliance (NCA) is seeking urgent investment to improve public transport, connectivity and active transport networks across the rapidly growing region.
Along with the municipalities of Banyule, Darebin, Hume, Merri-bek, Mitchell and Nillumbik, the City of Whittlesea is asking residents and businesses to help make a difference.
As part of the Connect Melbourne’s North campaign, community members are encouraged to share their experiences travelling via road, train, tram, bus, bike or on foot.
The NCA campaign is advocating for improvements, including:
- an efficient, connected bus network that matches how people live and work;
- investment in rail projects such as the Upfield Line extension and Wollert rail;
- safer walking and cycling paths linked across Council boundaries;
- east-west connectivity to improve access to jobs and services;
- better access to health infrastructure, such as the Northern Hospital and
- Investment in large road projects such as the Hume Freeway extension and the OMR/E6.
Share your thoughts on transport issues at connectmelbournesnorth.com.
