Ian Goodenough (Moore, Liberal Party) Share this | Link to this | Hansard source

Many residents have highlighted traffic congestion in our suburbs as an issue of major concern in response to my annual community survey. May I take this opportunity to inform the parliament of some important road improvement projects.

Construction works to upgrade the major intersections of Marmion Avenue with Hepburn Avenue and with Whitfords Avenue have already commenced. These include extended turning lanes, upgraded traffic signals and CCTV monitoring for improved traffic management. Pedestrian and cycling facilities will also be enhanced. The Barnett Liberal government has provided $12 million in funding for this project, and I acknowledge the advocacy of the Hon. Peter Katsambanis MLC.

To the east of my electorate, the federal government has committed $20 million in road funding towards the grade separation of the busy intersection of Ocean Reef and Wanneroo Roads, replacing the existing traffic signals with bridges. This will greatly benefit the residents of my electorate and beyond, who commute east-west daily to the industrial hubs of Wangara and Malaga, alleviating traffic congestion and improving freight logistics. I look forward to working closely with my state colleague the Hon. Paul Miles MLA to progress this project. Investment in our local road network will alleviate traffic congestion in our suburbs for the benefit of all residents.