Ms SPENCE (Yuroke) — (12 102) My constituency question is to the Minister for Roads and Road Safety. Noting the recent announcement of funding for a business case for the duplication of Craigieburn Road, my question is: what is the time line for the development of this business case, and what are the next steps to progress duplication of Craigieburn Road? Some weeks ago I was delighted to welcome the minister to Craigieburn to inform local residents that the government would be investing $250 000 in a much-needed business case. I thank the minister for taking the time to visit Craigieburn for the second time to meet with residents and interested groups on this important matter. I have long advocated for the duplication of Craigieburn Road, as the area continues to grow and welcome new residents. I am proud to represent a thriving area that many families choose as their home, and I look forward to informing all residents of the time line for completion of the business case.

Response:

Funding was recently announced for the development of a project to upgrade Craigieburn Road between Hanson Road and Aitken Boulevard. The upgrade will consider treatments that improve traffic flow, safety and connections for pedestrians, cyclists and public transport commuters.

VicRoads has completed a planning investigation that includes the preparation of concept drawings to determine the transport needs for this busy stretch of road.

The development of this project will be finalised for consideration by the Government as part of the 2018-19 Victorian State Budget. This will include cost estimates and proposed timings for delivery.

Hon Luke Donnellan MP
Minister for Roads and Road Safety