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DoT pledges 25% mode share for active transport by 2030
The state government Department of Transport has released a pledge to reduce emissions from the transport sector. The pledge highlights the benefits of investing in public and active transport to reduce congestion and emissions: The pledge includes an increase in the mode share of active transport to 25% by 2030. Notably, the pledge includes a…
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Results of engagement on community vision
Council has released a report presenting some results from engagement on the community vision: The results align with previous community engagements, showing strong support for more trees, infrastructure for active transport, and open space: “Sustainable and active transport” was the third highest response to a question on “the one thing that can make Yarra the…
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City of Melbourne moves ahead on Exhibition Street
The City of Melbourne is a neighbour to the City of Yarra, and their investments in active transport infrastructure do impact upon residents of Yarra, particularly if they travel to the central business district. Good news from the City of Melbourne is that they are moving ahead with 40 km of new protected bicycle lanes.…
