2016-06-07
5279. MS DUNN — To ask the Minister for Agriculture (for the Minister for Roads and Road Safety): In relation to the safety of users of the Moonee Ponds Creek Trail (MPCT), which has been impacted by the CityLink-Tulla Widening Project creating a dangerous blind corner near the entrance to Strathmore Secondary College —
(1) what was the process which allowed for changes resulting in the creation of a corner on the MPCT;
(2) was the safety of school children, pedestrians, cyclists and workers (of the CityLink-Tulla Widening) taken into account, if so, in what way;
(3) how long do you anticipate the changes to the MPCT, which create a blind corner, to be in place; and
(4) will you install convex mirrors to mitigate the dangers faced by all users of the MPCT.
ANSWER:
(1) Any changes to shared paths go through a consultation and/or approval process that includes Bicycle Network Victoria, the relevant council and relevant bicycle user groups.
(2) The approved design was developed in accordance with the Austroads Guide to Road Design (Part 6A: Pedestrian-Cycles and Paths). Temporary fencing will be installed to separate the works from the public. While plant/machines are brought into and out of the work zone, a spotter will be in place to manage the public and the plant/machine interface. While the plant/machines are behind the fence during works, a spotter will not be required.
(3) VicRoads expects detours to be in place until December 2016. Cyclists and pedestrians are encouraged to visit the project website for further information on detours: .
(4) VicRoads has installed a pavement marking and a mirror has been placed in the area for students, pedestrians and cyclists using the path behind the Strathmore Secondary College.