Inner: Flemington Rd
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A major commuter route servicing the northwest
City of Melbourne take the next step in North/West Melbourne
Sep 07 Council have just voted to forge ahead with making the inner northwest of the City of Melbourne more pedestrian and cycling friendly. Through their recent 'Wheels and Heels' project a number of issues were identified and through consultation a range of improvements were identified.
One of the key element of this strategy is a separated 'copenhagen' treatment along Flemington Rd, west of Elizabeth St. This is a great result for riders and will help to enhance a part of the network which has needed upgrading.
Council have resolved to work with VicRoads to improve this route. Bicycle Victoria strongly supports this intiative and will advocate with both parties to further this initiative.
Also included in council plans are:
- a separated 'copenhagen' treatment along Queensberry St
- stronger delineation of bike lanes along Arden St, using premium bike lanes and green paint treatments
- stronger delineation of bike lanes along Victoria St (east of Elizabeth St), using premium bike lanes and green paint treatments
- trialling of new roundabout treatments at Arden/Chetwynd Sts and the Haymarket Roundabout
