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The NSW Government will provide $57,758 to three Crown Land Manager’s across the Goulburn electorate.

Laggan Hall will receive $2,289 for the purchase of a dishwasher and kitchen facility hygiene improvements, Towrang Community Hall will receive $35,000 for the upgrade of the toilet and the Gundaroo Park Land Manager will receive $20,469 for the supply and installation of signage.

Member for Goulburn Wendy Tuckerman said the funding is being provided by the Department of Planning, Industry and Environment under the Crown Land Manager COVID-19 Recovery Support Program.

The Crown Land Manager COVID-19 Recovery Support Program is providing $4.1 million in grants statewide to help Crown land managers recover from the pandemic by funding asset improvements and work, health and safety plans on reserves.

Applications were invited from all Crown land managers, including local councils and other trust managers, via an expression of interest which closed on 30 April 2021. Grants valued from $5,000 to $150,000 (GST inclusive) were on offer for a range of things including: upgrades to hygiene facilities such as toilet blocks, soap dispensers and hand sanitiser stands; procurement of equipment, signage and other resources to support COVID safe events; work, health and safety audits for reserves by qualified professionals.

Minister for Water, Property and Housing Melinda Pavey said many Crown reserves were forced to temporarily cease operations during COVID which had a significant impact on their visitors, events and income.

“These grants will improve risk management practices by funding work, health and safety audits by qualified professionals to support the use of public lands,” Mrs Pavey said.

“This program aims to boost the social benefits of Crown reserves and support regional economic recovery post-COVID while supporting jobs in regional areas.”

Work on an upgraded crossing to the east of Moss Vale Station on Argyle Street is now underway to improve safety for motorists and pedestrians.

Senator for New South Wales Concetta Fierravanti-Wells said the project, which is set to upgrade the existing pedestrian refuge crossing by installing kerbside blisters, was being fast-tracked thanks to Australian Government stimulus funding.

“This project is part of the $398 million Safer Roads Program for 2020-21, which is being delivered thanks to commitments of $140 million from the Australian Government and $258 million from the New South Wales Government,” Senator Fierravanti-Wells said.

“This work is being carried out in response to feedback from Moss Vale Mall shop owners and the wider community about the safety and functionality of the crossing.”

State Member for Goulburn Wendy Tuckerman said the project will boost safety in the town and make a real difference to the everyday lives of locals.

“The Safer Roads Program will also create around 950 direct and indirect jobs over the life of the projects,” Mrs Tuckerman said.

“I acknowledge there may be some inconvenience while this work is carried out, with up to 10 parking spaces temporarily unavailable – but eight will be included when the project is complete.

“I also believe the community will agree it’s a small price to pay for the improved safety and amenity this upgrade will bring to the heart of Moss Vale.”

A reduced speed limit of 40 kilometres per hour and stop/slow traffic control will be in place for the safety of workers and road users. Motorists are advised to allow up to five minutes additional travel time and to follow the direction of signage and traffic control.

Goulburn needs an MRI machine.

I have made representations to the Minister for Health, the Hon Brad Hazzard MP but I am seeking help from the local community to send a clear message.

Today I begin distribution of a petition, via QR code and in person at the Goulburn electorate office 167-169 Auburn Street Goulburn, to demonstrate the support for an MRI machine in Goulburn.

The community of Goulburn and surrounds are thrilled with the $150m redevelopment of Goulburn Base Hospital. As part of this build, a shell space for an MRI machine has been constructed.

As the only Local Health District in New South Wales without one, the Goulburn Community call on the Minister for Health, the Hon Brad Hazzard MP, to supply a new MRI machine as part of this development to service the region now and into the future.

I plan to deliver this petition prior to the announcement of the 2021-22 NSW Budget, Tuesday 22nd June.

Speed limits on the approach to level crossings at Sheepwash Road and Iona Park Road in Calwalla will be reduced to improve the safety for motorists.

Minister for Regional Transport and Roads Paul Toole said the speed limit on Sheepwash Road will be reduced from 100 km/h to 80 km/h from Wednesday 26 May and the speed limit on Iona Park Road will be reduced from 100 km/h to 60 km/h from Thursday 27 May.

“Crashes at level crossings have the potential to cause multiple fatalities and have devastating impacts on families and local communities,” Mr Toole said.

“Reducing speed limits on approach to these level crossings will improve safety for train drivers, passengers and road users by giving drivers more time to stop when they see the lights flashing or the boom gates lowering.

“From 2001 to 2020, there were 154 crashes between trains and vehicles at level crossings in NSW which resulted in 14 fatalities and 24 serious injuries.

“A reduced speed limit reduces the likelihood of a crash,” Mr Toole said.

Member for Goulburn Wendy Tuckerman said around a third of these crashes occurred at level crossings controlled by boom gates or flashing lights where the speed zone was in excess of 80 km/h.

“Trains can take around 1.4 kilometres to come to a complete stop which means that even if the train driver sees you, it is too late,” Mrs Tuckerman said.

“That is why it is so important for motorists to obey signs and signals and not rush to the other side.”

Static message signs will be in place to advise motorists of the changed traffic conditions, and road users are asked to keep an eye out for the changes and follow the directions of signs.

For more information visit https://roadsafety.transport.nsw.gov.au/stayingsafe/levelcrossings/index.

The NSW Government is helping residents living in the Goulburn electorate to lodge and track development applications online, with the roll out of $50,000 in funding to each council.

Member for Goulburn Wendy Tuckerman said Wingecarribee Shire, Goulburn Mulwaree, Upper Lachlan Shire, Hilltops and Yass Valley Councils will each receive a $50,000 grant, as part of the Regional NSW Planning Portal Grant program, to help them transition to the online ePlanning system.

“The ePlanning program is transforming the way local planning applications are lodged, tracked and processed,” Mrs Tuckerman said.

“This online tool is simplifying and speeding up what was once a cumbersome paper-based process.

“The funding will ensure our councils have everything is in place to transition to the online platform and benefit from an improved service for everyone involved in the planning process.”

Minister for Planning and Public Spaces Rob Stokes said our ePlanning platform offers an online tool where people can access planning services and lodge and track the progress of applications from anywhere, at any time.

“We need to help councils update their processes in line with community expectations. Most things are done digitally now – the days of paper-based transactions that can only take place during business hours are behind us,” Mr Stokes said.

Minister for Local Government Shelley Hancock said the grants are a fantastic demonstration of support for regional areas and will help councils improve their service to communities.

“Whether upgrading or replacing IT systems and software, learning how to use the platform, or providing support to their residents, these grants will help councils get what they need to get online,” Mrs Hancock said.

Councils will be be processing all applications the NSW Planning Portal by 1 July this year, when it becomes mandatory throughout NSW.