Ian Goodenough (Moore, Liberal Party) Share this | Link to this | Hansard source

Improving east-west traffic connectivity between the residential and commercial areas within my electorate and beyond is one of my key priorities. Construction works are well advanced on the widening of the Reid and Tonkin highways, which includes the construction of grade-separated flyover bridges as part of the NorthLink WA project.

This $894 million investment in road infrastructure by the federal government will improve access by the residents of Moore to Perth airport and other major industrial areas. Providing a more direct access to the airport and commercial areas will improve business, tourism and local employment opportunities, as travelling time is significantly reduced by up to 20 minutes.

The federal government is also investing in the widening of Wanneroo Road to a dual carriageway north of Joondalup Drive to Flynn Drive to further improve access to the Neerabup industrial area. The 3.2 kilometre widening is in progress and is expected to cost $31 million.

In addition, the federal government is funding the construction of bridges over Wanneroo Road at the Joondalup Drive and Ocean Reef Road intersections to replace traffic lights, with grade-separated flyovers eliminating traffic congestion. Employment self-sufficiency remains one of the most important priorities in my electorate, as the creation of more local jobs will minimise the need for residents to commute long distances to work each day.

Sharon Claydon (Newcastle, Australian Labor Party) Share this | Link to this | Hansard source

The time being 4.45 pm, and in accordance with standing order 43, the time for members' statements has concluded.