Again with reference to the proposed replacement of pedestrian and cycle access over the railway due to the closure of Ashtown level crossing under DART+ West, I believe it conflicts with many of the objectives of the Transport Strategy for GDA in that it disincentivises walking and cycling (due to safety concerns) and increases incentives to drive, reduces connectivity to the community at the other side of the railway tracks and the many amenities there and makes access to the railway for those with disabilities, particular in the event that lifts are out of order (a 320 metre trip with an 8 metre incline). Based on the 2016 census, about 20% of the community cross the level crossing every morning as pedestrians or cyclists.
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Connected Communities and Better Quality of Life
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