Gippsland › Latest news › Darren Chester MP
Great Alpine Road State upgrades needs to fast tracked by federal government to ensure road users safety
Gippsland MP Darren Chester has written to the state and federal governments about the urgent need for upgrades along the Great Alpine Road.
Mr Chester, who has been very vocal about the poor road condition, said he was becoming increasingly concerned after driving the road recently. "I have been expressing my concerns to the state and federal governments for many months and I am worried about the risk of motorists using those roads especially as we approach peak ski season," Mr Chester said.
Gippsland MP Darren Chester has written to the state and federal governments urging for funding to fix the Great Alpine Road
Needs to be made a priority
Mr Chester also said, "With a new federal government and ministry in place, it is important to raise my concerns again and make sure Gippsland roads are not forgotten about. The Great Alpine Road is an essential link for agricultural and tourism and sections of this road in my electorate are failing badly with the surface deteriorating and creating dangerous potholes and shoulders falling away."
Mr Chester said the road was an ideal project for the Roads of Strategic Importance program. "While the state government owns the road and is responsible for its maintenance, the federal government can fast track the work now by funding it through the ROSI program."
"This work needs to be made a priority and funded as soon as possible to reduce risk and the chance of road trauma for users. Fixing these issues now will improve safety for road users, but it is important we look at a long term strategy to ensure the Great Alpine Road is safe for years to come." Mr Chester said.
Pictures from Tim Bull MP Facebook page.
Source: http://gippsland.com/
Published by: news@gippsland.com
Latest News
Cann River fire damages three commercial properties and burns popular Squires Cafe to groundCommunity feedback wanted for the Wellington Shire Draft Budget 2024/25 by 29 May 2024
Appreciation to Bairnsdale volunteers for their support during Gippsland Rotary Centenary House fundraiser extended by Darren Chester
Baw Baw residents will get new purple-lidded glass bins collected separately every four weeks to better recycling process from October 2024
Exhibition by artist Matthew Bagley is captivating journey into ocean conservation at Berninneit Art Gallery
Outward Bound Australia praised by Darren Chester for their effort to revitalise Gippsland outdoor education
Penny Glover from Guthridge Primary School presented with John Printz OAM Award in front of a huge crowd at Sale Memorial Hall
Upgrades to Kalimna Hill trail in Lakes Entrance prioritises safety and accessibility for walker
Baw Baw Shire Council funds 28 community groups total of $105,303 from Community Grants Program
Free Masterclass sessions to promote safe and sustainable community events in Lakes Entrance and Bairnsdale over May 2024