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DoT support for Elizabeth St bike lanes
The Australian Institute of Traffic Planning and Management (AITPM) recently hosted a seminar on Making Space for People: Speakers included representatives from GTA/Stantec, the Department of Transport (DoT), and the City of Melbourne. The DoT seminar described the benefits of pop-up projects and trials, including: Quick installation Relatively cheap Community engagement on tangible physical changes…
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Support for road closures
The Western Australia Department of Transport has released draft guidance for local area traffic management. Section 8 discusses filtered permeability with road closures, with an example on Macrae Road. The road was closed for a 12 month trial. The outcome of the trial was broad community support. Residents who opposed the works initially are now…
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Pop-up café parklets for COVID-19
As COVID-19 restrictions are eased and cafés open up again, plenty of Yarra residents and ratepayers will be keen to get out and enjoy the opportunity. However, the number of people permitted inside each café will be restricted. How can we support the owners and operators of our local cafés, and enable them to serve…
