Ku-ring-gai
Traffic Committee
TO
BE HELD ON Wednesday, 28 May 2025 AT 9:00 AM
Ante
Room - Level 3
Agenda
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NOTE:
For Full Details, See Council’s Website –
www.kmc.nsw.gov.au
under the link to business papers
APOLOGIEs
DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST
CONFIRMATION OF MINUTEs
Minutes
of Ku-ring-gai Traffic Committee
File: CY00022/17
Meeting held 26 February 2025
Minutes numbered KTC01 to KTC07
GENERAL BUSINESS
GB.1 Nelson Road, Lindfield
File: TM6/17
Ward: Roseville
Electorate: Davidson
To consider a proposal to
construct a raised Wombat crossing on Nelson Road at Tryon Road, Lindfield.
Recommendation:
A. That
subject to available funding, a Wombat crossing be constructed on Nelson Road
at Tryon Road, Lindfield.
GB.2 Lady Game Drive,
Killara
File: TM5/17
Ward: Gordon
Electorate: Davidson
To consider a proposal to provide
additional lane width for right turns from Lady Game Drive into De Burgh Road.
Recommendation:
A. That
the double centre lines on Lady Game Drive be moved, as shown on the Plan Lady
Game/KTC/05/25.
B. That
further investigations, including preliminary designs as appropriate, be
carried out into future road widening at the intersection of Lady Game Drive
and De Burgh Road.
GB.3 Cecil Street, Gordon
File: TM4/17
Ward: Gordon
Electorate: Davidson
To consider a proposal to
construct a raised Wombat crossing on Cecil Street.
Recommendation:
A. That
a Wombat crossing be constructed on Cecil Street, outside Ravenswood School for
Girls.
B. That
‘P10min 7am-8.30am, 2.30pm-4pm School Days’ restrictions be
introduced on Cecil Street.
C. That
‘No Stopping 2.30pm-3.00pm School Days’ and ‘No Parking at
other times’ restrictions replace the existing ‘No Parking’
restrictions on Henry Street.
GB.4 Robert Street, Gordon
File: TM4/17
Ward: Gordon
Electorate: Davidson
To consider a proposal to
construct a raised Wombat crossing on Robert Street at Werona Avenue Gordon.
Recommendation:
A. That
a raised Wombat crossing be constructed on Robert Street at Werona Avenue,
Gordon.
GB.5 Fox Valley Road,
Wahroonga
File: TM11/17
Ward: Comenarra
Electorate: Wahroonga
To consider a proposal to upgrade
the existing at-grade pedestrian crossing on Fox Valley Road at Strone Avenue
Wahroonga to a raised Wombat crossing.
Recommendation:
That the existing at-grade
pedestrian crossing on Fox Valley Road near Strone Avenue, Wahroonga, be
upgraded to a raised Wombat crossing with lighting upgrade.
GB.6 Cowan Road &
Memorial Avenue, St Ives
File: TM9/17
Ward: St Ives
Electorate: Davidson
To consider a proposal to retain
the recently installed asphalt speed humps on Cowan Road and Memorial Avenue,
St Ives.
Recommendation:
A. That
recently installed full width asphalt speed cushions, which replaced the rubber
speed cushions, on Cowan Road and Memorial Avenue be retained.
B. That
pedestrian fencing be installed adjacent to all speed humps on Cowan Road and
Memorial Avenue.
General Discussion
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TM6/17
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Ward: Roseville
Electorate: Davidson
EXECUTIVE
SUMMARY
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purpose of report:
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To consider a proposal to construct a raised
Wombat crossing on Nelson Road at Tryon Road, Lindfield.
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background:
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Council has received a request from the State Member
for Davidson, on behalf of a resident, for a pedestrian crossing on Nelson
Road at Tryon Road.
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comments:
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It is proposed that a Wombat crossing be constructed
on Nelson Road on the southern side of the intersection with Tryon
Road. This would align with the pedestrian desire line.
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recommendation:
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That subject to available funding, a Wombat crossing be
constructed on Nelson Road at Tryon Road, Lindfield.
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Purpose of Report
To consider a proposal to construct a raised Wombat crossing
on Nelson Road at Tryon Road, Lindfield.
Background
Council has received
representations from the State Member for Davidson, on behalf of a resident,
requesting that a pedestrian crossing be installed on Nelson Road at Tryon
Road.
In February 2025
Council engaged consultants to carry out intersection counts of vehicles
and pedestrians. It was found that very few pedestrians crossed Nelson
Road to the north of Tryon Road. However, the number of pedestrians
crossing in the middle of the intersection, and on the southern leg of Nelson
Road were sufficient to meet the TfNSW requirements for a pedestrian crossing.
A summary of the pedestrians crossing Nelson Road is shown
in the table below:
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Time
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Location on Nelson Rd
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Total
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North of Tryon Rd
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At Tryon Rd
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South of Tryon Rd
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7.15am-8.15am
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10
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18
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12
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40
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4.45pm-5.45pm
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6
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13
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4
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23
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The table shows that
over 20 pedestrians per hour were crossing Nelson Road in the vicinity of the
intersection during the morning and afternoon peak times. Therefore, the
site would meet the minimum TfNSW requirements for a pedestrian crossing.
From observation, most
of the pedestrians crossing in the middle of the intersection at Tryon Road
were walking between the northern side of the western leg of Tryon Road, and
the southern side of the eastern leg of Tryon Road. Due to the offset intersection,
the northern side of the western leg of Tryon Road lines up with the southern
side of the eastern leg of Tryon Road. This makes it the shortest, but
not the safest route to cross Nelson Road. Because most people appear to
be crossing onto the southern side of Tryon Road on the eastern leg, a
pedestrian crossing to the south of Tryon Road was considered the most suitable
site.
Comments
There is an existing
raised threshold on Nelson Road to the south of Tryon Road. This is
considered too far from the pedestrian desire line to be used as a pedestrian
crossing. The proposed site for the Wombat crossing would line up with
the existing kerb ramps just to the south of Tryon Road. There is
existing signposting at the kerb ramps for the Two Creeks Track walk, and a
raised Wombat crossing would encourage greater patronage of the walk.
The proposed Wombat
crossing is shown on the attached Concept Plan Nelson/TDA/17/25.
Risk
Management
There are no material risks that arise from the
recommendation contained in this report. The provision of the proposed
raised Wombat crossing will improve pedestrian safety for local residents and
children from Cromehurst School.
Financial
Considerations
This project is currently unfunded. Council would seek future funding from TfNSW under
its Get NSW Active Program.
Community
Consultation
Council has consulted with affected residents, as well as
listing the proposal on Council’s website, under Minor Traffic
Proposals. There were no submissions received.
Internal
Consultation
N/A.
Summary
It is proposed that a Wombat crossing be constructed on
Nelson Road, on the southern side of the intersection with Tryon Road.
This facility will improve pedestrian safety at the intersection of Tryon Road
and Nelson Road.
Recommendation:
A. That
subject to available funding, a Wombat crossing be constructed on Nelson Road
at Tryon Road, Lindfield.
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Michael Foskett
Team Leader Traffic
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Deva Thevaraja
Manager Traffic and Transport
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Attachments:
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Nelson
Road Lindfield - TDA 17 25 - Plan.pdf
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2025/055618
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ATTACHMENT No: 1 - Nelson Road
Lindfield - TDA 17 25 - Plan.pdf
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TM5/17
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Ward: Gordon
Electorate: Davidson
EXECUTIVE
SUMMARY
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purpose of report:
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To consider a proposal to
provide additional lane width for right turns from Lady Game Drive into De
Burgh Road.
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background:
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Council has received a request for a right turn lane
into De Burgh Road from Lady Game Drive. On some occasions vehicles
waiting to turn right into De Burgh Road can block eastbound traffic on Lady
Game Drive.
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comments:
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As an interim solution, shifting the centre line on
Lady Game Drive towards De Burgh Road would provide sufficient space for
eastbound traffic to pass vehicles waiting to turn right into De Burgh
Road. Further investigation will be undertaken with regards to road
widening at the intersection.
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recommendation:
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That the double centre lines on Lady Game Drive be moved,
as shown on the Plan Lady Game/KTC/05/25.
That further investigations, including preliminary
designs as appropriate, be carried out into future road widening at the
intersection of Lady Game Drive and De Burgh Road.
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Purpose of Report
To consider a proposal to provide additional lane width for
right turns from Lady Game Drive into De Burgh Road.
Background
Council has received
correspondence from the Member for Davidson, on behalf of the 416 Community
Group, a community group of residents in Lindfield and Killara. The 416
Community Group has requested that a right turn lane be provided on Lady Game Drive
at De Burgh Road.
Lady Game Drive is a
busy Regional Road. Traffic counts taken in 2018 show that almost 18,000
vehicles per day travelled along Lady Game Drive. Nearly 700 vehicles
travelled south-east along this section of Lady Game Drive in the 1 hour period
between 7am and 8am.
Many eastbound
motorists choose to access West Lindfield via De Burgh Road, to avoid using the
busy roundabout at Fiddens Wharf Road. The eastbound lane on Lady Game
Drive is approximately 3.8 metres wide, with a shoulder width of up to 1.5
metres when the adjacent vegetation has been trimmed.
When a vehicle is
waiting to turn right into De Burgh Road, there is often insufficient room for
other vehicles to pass. Due to the heavy traffic volumes, a motorist
could be waiting for an extended period to turn right which can lead to
extensive queues back along Lady Game Drive.
Council staff have
investigated the site and found that there is insufficient space to create a
right turn bay. The ground drops away steeply beyond the edge of the
existing shoulder on the northern side. Shifting the road centre lines
toward the southern side to create a right turn bay would create a sudden
change in direction for westbound traffic, which would be hazardous.
A report proposing
shifting the double centre lines by 0.5 metres towards the southern side was
considered by the voting members of the Traffic Committee in February 2025,
(TDA5/25). TfNSW raised concerns that the proposal did not meet the
minimum width requirements of Austroads Guide to Road Design 4a, which is 6.0
metres.
Council staff met
on-site with Chairperson of the Ku-ring-gai Traffic Committee, Councillor
Devlin, and Councillor Ward to discuss possible options. It was agreed
that further investigations be carried out into shifting of the centre lines,
as a possible interim solutions, plus a long-term proposal for a roundabout or
other reconfiguration of the intersection.
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Comments
Council staff have
carried out further investigations and found that the double centre lines could
be shifted by 1.2 metres towards De Burgh Road. This is shown on the attached
Plan Lady Game/KTC/05/25. By doing this, the minimum through lane
width of 6.0 metres at the intersection could be achieved. The 1.0 metre
shoulder width shown on the plan is a conservative estimate, and in reality is
closer to 1.5 metres.
Due to the narrow road
reserve to the west of the intersection, it was not possible to achieve the
overall transition length requirements of Austroads Guide to Road Design Part
4A for an Urban Basic Right Turn treatment. However, a swept path analysis
has shown that a westbound vehicle on Lady Game Drive can comfortably negotiate
the intersection at 60km/h.
The proposed changes
would provide adequate space for an eastbound vehicle to pass a vehicle waiting
to turn right into De Burgh Road.
Preliminary
investigations into the feasibility of constructing a roundabout were carried
out, and some significant constraints were found. Due to the topography, it is unlikely that the road could
be extended out towards the bush side any further. With the current
configuration, it would be difficult to get any deflection for eastbound
traffic through a roundabout. Therefore, a speed cushion would be
necessary on approach. There are also concerns about limited sight
distance coming out of De Burgh Rd, as the holding line would need to be set
back quite a distance.
There appears to be space within
the road reserve on the southern side of Lady Game Drive to the west of De
Burgh Road for some future road widening. This could permit the
introduction of a dedicated right turn bay. However, it would require the
removal of a tree, and the possible relocation of a power pole. This
appears to be a more practical long-term option than a roundabout.
Further investigation into this option will be undertaken.
Risk
Management
There are no material risks that arise from the
recommendation contained in this report.
Financial
Considerations
The cost to shift the centre lines is not significant and
could be funded from Council’s Signs and Linemarking budget.
Community
Consultation
The proposed changes to the line marking would not directly
impact any local residents in terms of parking or amenity. Therefore,
consultation was not considered necessary.
Internal
Consultation
N/A.
Summary
It is proposed that the double centre lines be shifted by
1.2 metres on Lady Game Drive at De Burgh Road. This will allow
sufficient road width for eastbound traffic on Lady Game Drive to drive around
vehicles waiting to turn right into De Burgh Road.
A long-term solution could be to widen Lady Game Drive to
the west of De Burgh Road, so that a dedicated right turn bay could be created
at the intersection, subject to further investigation.
Recommendation:
A. That
the double centre lines on Lady Game Drive be moved, as shown on the Plan Lady
Game/KTC/05/25.
B. That
further investigations, including preliminary designs as appropriate, be
carried out into future road widening at the intersection of Lady Game Drive
and De Burgh Road.
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Michael Foskett
Team Leader Traffic
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Deva Thevaraja
Manager Traffic and Transport
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Attachments:
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Lady
Game Drive Killara - KTC 05 25 Plan.pdf
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2025/127647
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ATTACHMENT No: 1 - Lady Game
Drive Killara - KTC 05 25 Plan.pdf
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TM4/17
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Ward: Gordon
Electorate: Davidson
EXECUTIVE
SUMMARY
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purpose of report:
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To consider a proposal to
construct a raised Wombat crossing on Cecil Street.
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background:
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Council has received a request from Ravenswood School
for Girls to construct a Wombat crossing at the eastern end of Cecil Street.
The works would be fully funded by Ravenswood School for Girls.
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comments:
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A Wombat crossing would provide a safe crossing point
for the many school students and their parents that cross at this section of
Cecil Street. It is also proposed that changes to parking restrictions
be introduced in Cecil Street and Henry Street, to improve parking
availability and traffic flow during school peak times.
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recommendation:
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That a Wombat crossing be constructed on Cecil Street,
and that ‘P10min 7am-8.30am, 2.30pm-4pm School Days’ restrictions
be introduced on Cecil Street.
That ‘No Stopping 2.30pm-3.00pm School
Days’ and ‘No Parking at Other Times’ restrictions replace
the existing ‘No Parking’ restrictions on Henry Street.
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Purpose of Report
To consider a proposal to construct a raised Wombat crossing
on Cecil Street.
Background
In June 2024, EPM Projects, on behalf of Ravenswood School
for Girls, contacted Council regarding the construction of a raised Wombat crossing
on Cecil Street. This was considered necessary to cater for the many
students and parents that cross at the eastern end of Cecil Street.
In July 2024 Council staff held an online Meeting with
representatives from EPM Projects and Ravenswood School to discuss the
proposal. At the meeting it was confirmed that the project would be fully
funded by Ravenswood School, with no costs incurred by Council. It was
also agreed that the works would include an upgrade of the street lighting to
the adequate Australian Standards.
Pedestrian and vehicle counts were undertaken at the eastern
end of Cecil Street on Tuesday 6 August 2024. The table below summarises
these results:
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Vehicles
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Pedestrians
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Pedestrians
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Adult
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Children
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7.45am-8.45am
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339
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95
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47
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142
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2.45pm-3.45pm
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150
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41
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17
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58
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The results of the count show that the site meets the TfNSW
requirements for a pedestrian crossing.
In August 2024, Council consulted with affected residents in
Cecil Street regarding the proposed Wombat crossing. There were 3
responses to the proposal, with 1 in favour and 2 against the Wombat
crossing. Those opposed raised concerns about the loss of 8 on-street
parking spaces, when there is already a shortage of on-street parking in Cecil
Street.
Council forwarded the concerns raised by the residents to
EPM Projects. Council also raised the issue of excessive queuing on Cecil
Street during the afternoon school pick-up period. At these times it has
been observed that traffic regularly queues back along Cecil Street and around
the corner onto the Pacific Highway. There is an issue with parents
arriving early and waiting in the Kiss & Ride area for extended
periods.
Concerns were raised that the proposed Wombat crossing would
shorten the effective queue length in Cecil Street, thereby increasing the
likelihood of queuing on the Pacific Highway. Council requested that EPM
Projects consider measures to resolve the queuing issue before a Wombat
crossing could be considered.
In late September 2024, EPM provided an updated proposal
which included a plan to increase the utilisation of the northern end of Henry
Street for Kiss & Ride activity, with queuing management by traffic
controllers. It was also proposed that 10-minute parking be provided for
up to 10 vehicles on the southern side of Cecil Street and the eastern side of
Henry Street. The purpose of this is to alleviate eastbound queuing on
Cecil Street and accommodate demand for both the Prep School and Primary School
Year K-2.
Affected residents on Cecil Street were again consulted
about the revised proposal. Of the 4 responses, there was 1 in support of
the proposal and 3 against. The 3 residents opposed to the proposal were
all concerned about the loss of on-street parking.
In November 2024, Council advised EPM Projects of the
results of the consultation, and that Council would like to see evidence that
Ravenswood School is serious about taking measures to reduce traffic congestion
around the school during the afternoon pick-up. In late November EPM
Projects advised that Ravenswood School had started implementing the queuing
management practices. As the private school year ended in early December,
Council staff were unable to view traffic conditions before the end of the school
year.
Council staff visited the site on the afternoon of Tuesday
11 February 2025. It was observed that parents were arriving well before
the school end time and occupying all of the Kiss & Ride spaces. It
was noted that 3 vehicles in this area were unoccupied, in contravention of the
‘No Parking’ restrictions. By 3pm traffic had queued back
into Cecil Street, beyond where the proposed wombat crossing would be located.
It was noted that several eastbound drivers on Cecil Street
crossed to the wrong side of the road to get around the queued vehicles.
This could present a dangerous situation if this practice were to continue
after the Wombat crossing was constructed. In one instance, a driver
attempting to travel west along Cecil Street was forced to reverse into Henry
Street, to allow 2 eastbound vehicles on the wrong side of the road to pass.
By 3.10pm the queue had extended back onto the Pacific
Highway. And by 3.15pm there were 9 cars queued along the Pacific
Highway. It was noted that the volume of cars entering Cecil Street was
relatively low after 3pm. The issue was that the queue barely moved
between 3pm and 3.15pm. This made it very difficult for drivers to turn
right into Cecil Street from the Pacific Highway.
Comments
Council staff met on-site with representatives from EPM and
Ravenswood on Tuesday 18 February 2025 to discuss possible solutions to the
queuing problems. It was discussed that having the proposed P10 minute
parking for 10 vehicles around the outside of the bend would encourage more
traffic to travel westbound on Cecil Street. This in turn would reduce
the demand for eastbound traffic, thereby reducing queue lengths. It was
also noted that it was early in the school year, and some of the parents were
unfamiliar with the systems in place.
At the Meeting it was noted that several of the existing P10
minute restrictions on the northern side of Cecil Street would be lost due to
the crossing. It was agreed that the remaining P10 minute spaces between
the Wombat crossing and Henry Street should be replaced by ‘No
Stopping’ restrictions between 2.30pm and 4pm on school days. This
would allow queuing traffic to move closer to the kerb, thereby allowing
eastbound traffic to drive past the queued vehicles.
It is proposed that a raised Wombat crossing be constructed
on Cecil Street, as shown on the attached Plan. The works would
include an upgrade of the street lighting to meet the minimum requirements of
AS1158.4. The Wombat crossing would be located at the eastern end of
Cecil Street. This would result in the loss of 8 on-street parking
spaces. The 4 spaces that would be lost on the northern side currently
have ‘P10min 7am-8.30am, 2.30pm-4pm School Days’
restrictions. The 4 parking spaces that would be lost on the southern
side have unrestricted parking.
It is also proposed that ‘P10min 7am-8.30am,
2.30pm-4pm School Days’ restrictions be introduced around the outside of
the bend where Henry Street meets Cecil Street. This would improve
kerbside access and alleviate eastbound queuing on Cecil Street. It would
accommodate demands for both the Prep School and Primary School years K-2,
where parents receive students at the gate. However, it would result in
the loss of 10 commuter parking spaces.
The Police contacted Council on 21 February 2025 regarding
traffic conditions on Henry Street and Cecil Street. They raised major concerns about driver
behaviour. Of particular concern was the number of parents arriving well
before the bell time and occupying the No Parking zone on Henry Street, as was
observed previously by Council staff.
To resolve this issue, it is proposed that the full time
‘No Parking’ restrictions on Henry Street be replaced with
‘No Stopping 2.30pm-3.00pm School Days’ and ‘No Parking at
other times’ restrictions.
This would prevent parents from arriving early, thereby ensuring a
higher turnover of parking, and shorter queue lengths.
Risk
Management
There are no material risks that arise from the
recommendation contained in this report. The proposed Wombat crossing on
Cecil Street will improve safety for Ravenswood School for Girls.
Financial
Considerations
This project would be wholly funded by Ravenswood School for
Girls, with no costs incurred by Council.
Community
Consultation
Affected residents have been consulted on two occasions
regarding the proposed works. It should be noted that the properties
adjacent to the crossing on the southern side of Cecil Street are owned by the
school.
Ravenswood School for Girls has expressed strong support for
the proposed crossing outside their property at No. 10. They noted that
the new crossing would allow staff to safely escort children from the Early
Learning Centre at No. 6 to the main campus.
Three submissions were received from residents of the units
at Nos. 12–14, located to the west of the proposed crossing, who objected
to the proposal due to the potential loss of on-street parking on Cecil
Street. It is noted that these residents are not directly impacted by the
crossing and have access to 3P parking spaces directly in front of their
units. They also raised concerns about potential traffic congestion on
Cecil Street resulting from the installation of the crossing.
These objections have been considered, and measures have
been implemented to address them, including restricting parking on the inside
bend at the Cecil Street/Henry Street intersection and introducing additional
parking restrictions on the school side of Henry Street.
Despite the objections, the crossing is considered necessary
to enhance the safety of school children accessing the main campus.
Internal
Consultation
N/A
Summary
It is proposed that a raised Wombat crossing be constructed
on Cecil Street, with an upgrade of the street lighting. This will
provide a safe crossing point for the many school students and their parents
that cross at this section of Cecil Street. It is also proposed that
‘P10min 7am-8.30am, 2.30pm-4pm School Days’ restrictions be
introduced, to improve parking availability and traffic flow during school peak
times.
It is proposed that the full time ‘No Parking’
restrictions on Henry Street be replaced by ‘No Stopping 2.30pm-3.00pm
School Days’ and ‘No Parking at other times’
restrictions. This will prevent parents from arriving early, thereby
ensuring a higher turnover of parking and reduced queue lengths.
The works would be fully funded by Ravenswood School for
Girls.
Recommendation:
A. That
a Wombat crossing be constructed on Cecil Street, outside Ravenswood School for
Girls.
B. That
‘P10min 7am-8.30am, 2.30pm-4pm School Days’ restrictions be
introduced on Cecil Street.
C. That
‘No Stopping 2.30pm-3.00pm School Days’ and ‘No Parking at
other times’ restrictions replace the existing ‘No Parking’
restrictions on Henry Street.
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Michael Foskett
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Deva Thevaraja
Manager Traffic and Transport
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Attachments:
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Cecil
Street Gordon - Proposed Wombat Crossing and parking restrictions - Plans
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2025/135747
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ATTACHMENT No: 1 - Cecil Street
Gordon - Proposed Wombat Crossing and parking restrictions - Plans attachment
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TM4/17
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Ward: Gordon
Electorate: Davidson
EXECUTIVE
SUMMARY
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purpose of report:
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To consider a proposal to
construct a raised Wombat crossing on Robert Street at Werona Avenue Gordon.
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background:
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At the Ordinary Meeting of Council on 18 March 2025 it
was resolved;
A. That
a raised Wombat crossing, along with new street lighting, be constructed on
Robert Street, subject to the approval of the detailed design by TfNSW, and
further consultation with affected businesses and residents regarding the
amended proposal.
B. That the results of
the consultation be referred to the next
Traffic Committee Meeting.
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comments:
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Further consultation showed 50% support for the
proposal. Those that objected raised concerns about the loss of
on-street parking. However, under the amended proposal there would be
an overall increase of 1 on-street short-term parking space.
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recommendation:
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That a raised Wombat crossing be constructed on Robert
Street at Werona Avenue, Gordon.
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Purpose of Report
To consider a proposal to construct a raised Wombat crossing
on Robert Street at Werona Avenue Gordon.
Background
At its Meeting of 26 February 2025, the Ku-ring-gai Traffic
Committee considered a proposal to construct a raised Wombat crossing on Robert
Street at Werona Avenue. Council has received funding under its Road
Safety Program to construct a pedestrian crossing at this location. In
early 2023 Council received a request from the State Member for Wahroonga on
behalf of a resident for a pedestrian crossing at this location.
When Council consulted with affected businesses and
residents in January 2025, there was considerable opposition to the proposal,
due mainly to concerns about the loss of on-street parking. A petition
was then presented by Councillor Ward at the Ordinary Meeting of Council on 18
February 2025, requesting that additional 1/2P parking spaces be provided on
Robert Street. Council resolved:
That
the petition be received and referred to the appropriate Officer of Council for
attention.
Subsequently Council staff carried out further
investigations about increasing available short-term parking on Robert Street
and Werona Avenue. Council staff have amended the proposal to provide
additional on-street parking for 2 vehicles on Werona Avenue to the south of
Robert Street.
The Traffic Committee reviewed the amended proposal, and
made the following recommendations:
A. That
a raised Wombat crossing, along with new street lighting, be constructed on
Robert Street, subject to the approval of the detailed design by TfNSW, and
further consultation with affected businesses and residents regarding the
amended proposal.
B. That the results of the
consultation be referred to the next Traffic Committee Meeting
Comments
Council has again consulted with affected businesses and
residents about the amended proposal. There were 8 submissions, with 4 in
favour of the proposal, and 4 against. The 4 submissions opposed to the
proposal were still concerned about the loss of short-term parking. This
is despite the proposed works providing a net increase of one short-term
parking space in the vicinity of the intersection.
Of the 4 opposed, 3 did not live in close proximity to the
site. Of the 4 in support, 2 lived in close proximity to the site.
The café on the corner did not respond to the survey.
Risk
Management
There are no material risks that arise from the
recommendation contained in this report. The provision of the proposed raised
Wombat crossing will improve pedestrian safety at the site.
Financial
Considerations
Council has received $274,445 funding from the State
Government under the TfNSW Federal Road Safety Program to construct a
pedestrian crossing on Robert Street at Werona Avenue and upgrade the street
lighting at the site. The project is scheduled for completion before June
2026. The allocated funding from TfNSW is expected to cover the full
cost, with no financial contribution required from Council.
Community
Consultation
Council has consulted with affected residents about the
amended proposal for the Wombat Crossing and associated parking changes.
There were 8 submissions, with 4 in favour of the proposal, and 4
against. The 4 submissions opposed to the proposal were still concerned
about the loss of short-term parking. This is not considered to be a
valid argument, as the amended proposal would bring about overall increase in
short-term parking by 1 space. The café on the corner of this intersection
did not respond to the survey. The petition was also duly considered.
Internal
Consultation
N/A.
Summary
Council is proposing to construct a raised Wombat crossing
on Robert Street at Werona Avenue. There were strong objections to the original
proposal, due to the loss of on-street parking. The proposal has been
amended to provide additional one on-street parking.
Recommendation:
A. That
a raised Wombat crossing be constructed on Robert Street at Werona Avenue,
Gordon.
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Michael Foskett
Team Leader Traffic
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Deva Thevaraja
Manager Traffic and Transport
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Attachments:
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Robert
Street Gordon - KTC 02 25 - Plan amended
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2025/037935
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ATTACHMENT No: 1 - Robert Street
Gordon - KTC 02 25 - Plan amended
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Item No: GB.4
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Ku-ring-gai
Traffic Committee - 28 May 2025
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GB.5 / 1
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Item
GB.5
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TM11/17
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Fox Valley Road, Wahroonga
Ward: Comenarra
Electorate: Wahroonga
EXECUTIVE
SUMMARY
Purpose of Report
To consider a proposal to upgrade the existing at-grade
pedestrian crossing on Fox Valley Road at Strone Avenue Wahroonga to a raised
Wombat crossing.
Background
Council has received
partial funding of $78,100 from the State Government under its Get NSW Active
Program, to replace the existing at-grade pedestrian crossing on Fox Valley
Road with a raised Wombat crossing. The pedestrian crossing is located on
the western side of the intersection with Strone Avenue.
Fox Valley Road is a
busy Regional Road that carries over 17,000 vehicles per day. It provides
a link between Pacific Highway and The Comenarra Parkway. It is also used
to access the SAN Hospital and school, which are less than 500 metres from the
crossing. The pedestrian crossing is in close proximity to bus stops on
both sides of the road.
In late 2023 the
Ku-ring-gai Traffic Committee considered a proposal to construct a wombat
crossing on Fox Valley Road, (TDA141/23). This was approved under
delegated authority in March 2024.
Further investigations
by Council’s Design team found that additional works would be required on
the southern side of Fox Valley Road, in order for the ramp to meet the grade
requirements. Also, the existing lighting would need to be upgraded to
meet the minimum requirements of AS1158.4.
Comments
In late 2024 a detailed
design was carried out, as shown on the attached Plan No. 2024-001.
It is proposed that kerb blisters be constructed on the northern side of the
crossing, which would extend out 1.5 metres into the roadway. Kerb
widening on the southern side of the road would reduce the crossing width for
pedestrians to 7 metres. The reduced crossing width would shorten the
crossing distance for pedestrians, and also encourage reduced traffic speeds.
The kerb widening on
the southern side would allow a new ramp to be constructed at a grade of 1:14,
which would connect to the existing footpath. New concrete steps would
also be constructed on the southern side to provide a more direct link to the
existing footpath. New drainage works would be required on the southern
side to cater for the proposed road widening at the crossing.
New flood lighting
would need to be attached to the existing light poles, in order for the
lighting to meet the minimum requirements of AS1158.4.
A raised Wombat
crossing would provide a greater level of safety for pedestrians than the
existing at-grade crossing. The raised platform would be at a height of
75mm instead of the standard 100mm, as Fox Valley Road is regularly used by
buses and ambulance vehicles.
Risk
Management
There are no material risks that arise from the
recommendation contained in this report. The proposed upgrade of the
existing at-grade pedestrian crossing on Fox Valley Road will improve
pedestrian safety and encourage motorists to travel at lower traffic speeds in
the vicinity of Sydney Adventist Hospital.
Financial
Considerations
Council received a $78,100 grant funding from TfNSW in
FY23/24 to upgrade the existing at-grade pedestrian crossing on Fox Valley Road
to a raised Wombat crossing. Subsequently, Council requested a cost
variation and a time extension to complete the project. While TfNSW
approved an extension to FY24/25, the request for additional funding was
denied. To ensure the grant is not forfeited, the balance of funds
required (approximately $107,000) can be sourced from appropriate Council budgets
via the budget review process. Due to various constraints, Council sought
additional time extension to complete the project by June 2026 and received
approval from TfNSW.
Community
Consultation
Council has consulted with the directly affected residents
and businesses (letterboxed), and the proposal has also been listed on
Council’s website under Minor Traffic Proposal. The consultation
period ended on 14 February 2025. No submissions or resident responses
were received from the resident consultation. Council’s
Communication Team has also advised that this consultation received no
submissions. Both Sydney Adventist Hospital and NSW Ambulance service
were consulted for the proposal, and both parties have confirmed that they have
no objections to the proposal.
Internal
Consultation
N/A
Summary
Council has received partial funding of $78,100 from TfNSW
under its Get NSW Active Program to upgrade the existing at-grade crossing to a
raised Wombat crossing. Council will cover the short fall of funding to
complete the project. The works will require road widening and a new ramp
on the southern side, as well as an upgrade of the existing street
lighting.
Recommendation:
That the existing at-grade pedestrian crossing on Fox Valley
Road near Strone Avenue, Wahroonga, be upgraded to a raised Wombat crossing
with lighting upgrade.
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Michael Foskett
Team Leader Traffic
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Deva Thevaraja
Manager Traffic and Transport
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Attachments:
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Plan
No. Concept Plan - 2024-001
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2025/031273
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ATTACHMENT No: 1 - Plan No.
Concept Plan - 2024-001
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Item No: GB.5
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Ku-ring-gai
Traffic Committee - 28 May 2025
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GB.6 / 1
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GB.6
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TM9/17
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Cowan Road & Memorial Avenue, St Ives
Ward: St Ives
Electorate: Davidson
EXECUTIVE
SUMMARY
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purpose of report:
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To consider a proposal to
retain the recently installed asphalt speed humps on Cowan Road and Memorial
Avenue, St Ives.
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background:
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In 2020 Council installed rubber speed cushions in Cowan
Road and Memorial Avenue, as part of the St Ives Town Centre 40km/h High
Pedestrian Activity Area.
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comments:
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It has been necessary to replace the original rubber speed
cushions, as they have been damaged. The new asphalt speed humps cover
the full width of the road. Despite some complaints from residents,
TfNSW and CDC Bus Company have expressed their support to retain the new
asphalt speed humps.
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recommendation:
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A. That
recently installed full width asphalt speed cushions, which replaced the
rubber speed cushions, on Cowan Road and Memorial Avenue St Ives be retained.
B. That
pedestrian fencing be installed adjacent to all speed humps on Cowan Road and
Memorial Avenue St Ives.
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Purpose of Report
To consider a proposal to retain the recently installed
asphalt speed humps on Cowan Road and Memorial Avenue, St Ives.
Background
In 2019 Council received funding from TfNSW to introduce
traffic calming measures on Cowan Road and Memorial Avenue for a 40km/h High Pedestrian
Activity Area (HPAA). The aim of the HPAA was to improve safety for
pedestrians and motorists by ensuring a low-speed environment in the vicinity
of the St Ives Village shopping centre.
The traffic calming works included the installation of
rubber speed cushions on Cowan Road and Memorial Avenue. The original
speed cushions were made from rubber and overtime deteriorated to an unsafe
state. The rubber speed cushions have been replaced by longer lasting asphalt
speed cushions.
Comments
Speed cushions are currently situated at 2 locations on
Memorial Avenue between Mona Vale Road and Killeaton Street. The rubber
speed cushions have been replaced by longer lasting asphalt speed humps, which
now cover the full width of the road.
The rubber speed cushions at 2 locations on Cowan Road have
also been replaced by asphalt speed humps. These are located adjacent to
the entry to Pymble Golf Club, on both sides of the road. The other
location is approximately 60 metres from the intersection with Mona Vale Road,
in the northbound direction only. The existing rubber speed cushions on
the approaches to the roundabout at Village Green Parade have been retained as
they are still in good condition.
The new asphalt speed humps cover the full width of the road
but are the same height and have the same ramp length and flat-top length as
the ones they replaced. The asphalt speed humps are 75mm high with a 1
metre wide flat-top. The ramps are 0.5m, giving a ramp angle of
1:6.7. These dimensions are within the recommended limits for speed
humps, according to Section 7.2 of Austroads Guide to Traffic Management
Part 8: Local Area Traffic Management.
It should be noted that the piano-key lines for the new
speed humps have been marked incorrectly. This gives the optical illusion
that the platform for the speed humps is only 0.5 metres wide, when it is
actually 1.0 metre wide. Conversely, it gives the illusion that the ramps
are twice as long as their actual length. The line marking will soon be
corrected once Council has approval to retain the new asphalt speed humps.
Since the introduction of the asphalt speed humps, Council
has received complaints from the public about the severity of the speed
humps. However, the speed humps have the same longitudinal profile as the
previous rubber speed cushions. It is expected that the speed humps will
be easier to negotiate once the line marking has been corrected.
Similar speed humps have been used in other Local Government
Areas throughout Sydney. The attached photos show the old speed
cushions that were removed on Cowan Road and Memorial Avenue, and the new
asphalt speed humps.
It has been observed that some pedestrians mistake the speed
humps for pedestrian crossing, particularly on Memorial Avenue. Temporary
barricades have been erected on either side of the speed humps on all
locations. Council will install permanent pedestrian fencing to
discourage pedestrians from crossing at these locations.
TfNSW has given in-principle support for the new speed
humps. TfNSW believe that the asphalt speed humps will be more effective
in self-enforcing the 40km/h speed limit on Cowan Road and Memorial
Avenue. CDC Buses did not object to the new speed humps on Memorial
Avenue after having a check run.
Risk
Management
There are no material risks that arise from the
recommendation contained in this report. The replacement of the
rubberised speed cushions with asphalt speed humps is generally accepted by
other Councils throughout Sydney.
Financial
Considerations
The asphalt speed humps should last much longer than the
rubberised speed cushions, leading to reduced maintenance costs.
Community
Consultation
The speed humps are replacing the existing speed cushions at
the same locations. Therefore, Council did not consult with any
stakeholders. This was undertaken under Council’s maintenance
program.
Internal
Consultation
N/A.
Summary
Council has replaced the rubber speed cushions on Cowan Road
and Memorial Avenue St Ives with full width asphalt speed humps. These
humps are at the same profile as the rubber speed cushion but extend to full
width of the road. Despite some complaints from residents, TfNSW and CDC
Bus Company have expressed their support to retain the new asphalt speed humps.
Recommendation:
A. That
recently installed full width asphalt speed cushions, which replaced the rubber
speed cushions, on Cowan Road and Memorial Avenue be retained.
B. That
pedestrian fencing be installed adjacent to all speed humps on Cowan Road and
Memorial Avenue.
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Michael Foskett
Team Leader Traffic
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Deva Thevaraja
Manager Traffic and Transport
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Attachments:
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A1⇩
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Memorial
Avenue and Cowan Road St Ives - Speed cushions before and after
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2025/138754
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ATTACHMENT No: 1 - Memorial Avenue and Cowan Road St Ives - Speed cushions before and
after
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Item
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