Manningham Council CEO, Andrew Day welcomed the Victorian Government’s announcement to construct a new Park and Ride facility at Thompsons Road in Bulleen.

“Council has been advocating for years for improved bus services and transport facilities in Manningham, so this new Park and Ride facility is a welcome addition.

“We hope the new Bulleen Park and Ride facility will support an increase in public transport use by providing a state-of-the-art facility with all the modern amenities for commuters, including high quality bicycle parking.

“We also welcome the potential of the new and improved public space as part of this facility. This will provide a unique park in the region that integrates well with the new Park and Ride facility and achieves positive urban design outcomes for the community.

“Manningham is the only municipality in metropolitan Melbourne that does not have a tram or rail line. The Doncaster Area Rapid Transit bus system is already at full capacity and straining under growing demand for more services.

“The reliability and frequency of bus services from Manningham to the CBD is impacted by traffic congestion on local roads and the freeway network.

“The new Park and Ride facility at Bulleen will offer bus commuters the opportunity to park their car locally and avoid congesting the inner road network with more traffic.

“We will work closely with North East Link Project to mitigate any impacts to surrounding residents and ensure they are kept up to date on the progress of this new facility.

“We look forward to working with the Victorian Government to deliver this world class Park and Ride facility.”