Scott Ludlam (WA, Australian Greens) Share this | Hansard source

asked the Minister representing the Minister for Infrastructure and Transport, upon notice, on 22 March 2011:

(1) Is the department aware of any problems with the Austroads standards in relation to the way roads are designed, where: (a) the needs of the private automobile user are placed above those of pedestrians or bicyclists; and (b) means of active transport are essentially 'designed out' of the road?

(2) Given Austroads undertakes national strategic research on behalf of Australasian road agencies to promote improved practice, how does Austroads consult with the department (listed by individual work units or agencies)?

(3) How often are the Austroads standards reviewed?

(4) Who is consulted or included in the review of the design standards?

(5) Are cycling, pedestrian or active transport peak bodies included; if so, how?

(6) Will the Minister undertake to have these groups included in the next review?