Improving Rural Public Transport Networks
School buses have spare capacity and have been under-utilised for too long. Rod Barton believes it is about time we address transport disadvantage faced by regional Victorians. Using existing state-funded assets to improve the frequency and reliability of public transport, will create better educational and employment outcomes for youth and address the lack of mobility opportunities for senior citizens and low-income earners.
QUESTION – MURRAY BASIN RAIL PROJECT
I asked the Minister for Transport Infrastructure to fix and finish the Murray Basin Rail Project.
Fix and finish Murray Basin Rail: Barton
Delays and budget blowouts on the Murray Basin Rail Project are driving up costs for regional producers and pushing trucks onto our roads, and Transport Matters Party leader Rod Barton has asked the Transport Infrastructure Minister to clarify plans for the abandoned project, stressing the importance of getting it fixed and finished to its original scope.
Geelong fast rail a good start to bold transport infrastructure
Election promises by Prime Minister Scott Morrison for fast rail services to Geelong are a good start to the bold transport infrastructure planning needed in Victoria according to Transport Matters Party leader and Eastern Metro MP Rod Barton.
Wheelchair taxi services struggle in regions
Regional taxi companies are struggling to expand wheelchair taxi fleets because setup subsidies only apply if they are replacing existing vehicles.