Better Infrastructure; Better Connectivity
Background:
- 82% of the Mornington Peninsula Shire is not serviced by public transport.
- The Stony Point line is Metro Trains least reliable line in Metropolitan Melbourne.
- 3% of residents use public transport – that’s the lowest in Metropolitan Melbourne. The state average is 15%.
GOAL:
Secure funding and bi-partisan support for better local infrastructure. This includes improved public transport and road networks which enhance the liveability of our region.
KEY ACTIONS:
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Advocate for better rail beyond Frankston.
- In the short term, advocate for electrification and duplication to Leawarra (Frankston East) to connect patients, workers, students and residents with the Frankston Health and Education precinct.
- In the medium term, advocate for the uplift of the Stony Point line, delivering passing loops and new stations in Somervile, Tyabb and Bittern – resulting in 30minute regular services.
- In the long term, advocate for the electrification and duplication of the line through to Langwarrin and beyond – including assessing the capacity of possible upgrades to the Mornington line.
- Advocate for better bus connections and services – connecting townships to activity centres while improving bus interchanges across key townships.
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Advocate for major projects which enhance connectivity, reduce congestion, increase productivity and improve road safety.
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Advocate for direct rail express services between Frankston and Melbourne CBD during peak hour periods, following the removal of all
level crossings on the Frankston line in 2029.
- Advocate for improved rail and ferry connections at Stony Point, including a vehicle ferry between the Mornington Peninsula and Phillip Island.
- Advocate for essential growth-enabling infrastructure and amenity improvements in Frankston’s City Centre.
- Partner with government and stakeholders to attract more investment into active transport links and trails across the Peninsula.
