Constituency Question: Craigieburn Station

Ms SPENCE (Yuroke) — (Question 926) My constituency question is to the Minister for Public Transport. As the Minister is aware, the Craigieburn railway station struggles with the current inadequate car parking facilities. In April this year the minister advised that this station had been identified as a priority station for the provision of additional car parking spaces. This decision reflects the high levels of patronage at the station and recognises the inadequacy of the current parking facilities. I understand that the minister has continued to progress this issue, and I therefore ask that the minister provide me and my constituents with an update in regard to the provision of additional car parking spaces at Craigieburn station. As the Craigieburn community continues to grow at a rate among the highest in the state, the current situation is a significant issue for this community. With over 40 000 residents, the current 267 car parking spaces are just not enough.

RESPONSE:

The Andrews Labor Government is committed to improving amenities at stations across Victoria.

The demand for car parking at stations, particularly in growth areas, is very high.

The Government has committed $20 million to upgrading station car parking in the metropolitan region, particularly in outer suburban areas.

Public Transport Victoria (PTV) has been exploring a number of options for providing additional parking at Craigieburn station and has consulted with a number of stakeholders to determine the most beneficial and cost effective way to address the commuter car parking shortage. The consultation has also included discussions with adjacent land owners on using the land for potential additional car parking.

Hon Jacinta Allan MP
Member for Bendigo East
Minister for Public Transport