CITY OF TRANSPORT STRATEGY DRAFT VISION STATEMENT Hobart breathes. Connections between nature, history, culture, businesses and each other are the heart of our city. We are brave and caring. We resist mediocrity and sameness. As we grow, we remember what makes this place special. We walk in the fresh air between all the best things in life.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY The City of Hobart acknowledges the palawa people as the traditional and ongoing Custodians of lutruwita (). The City of Hobart pays its respects to the Elders past, present and future, as we work towards the community’s vision for future Hobart.

2 City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT 3 INTRODUCTION FROM THE LORD MAYOR

facilities have begun. Indeed, cornerstones Through community engagement with the from that strategy have now been adopted Hobart Vision process, we have a clearer by Infrastructure Tasmania in its 2018 Hobart understanding of what people want, and Transport Vision. what can be done but this will require change and investment to create the city There is much more to do. We are all aware that that is connected into the future. We need greater Hobart is at a turning point. In the past to complete and extend a network of bicycle decade Australia and the rest of the world have facilities, we need to make the city even more discovered our liveable, cultured city situated walkable, and we need real improvements in in a relatively unspoilt natural environment. bus service reach and frequency. We need Visitor numbers are increasing, our population is to develop ferry services, growing, and construction projects both in the passenger transport services and housing on city and in neighbouring council areas are at a the existing rail corridor. record high. By implementing this new Transport Strategy With this growth comes challenges; our for the City of Hobart, and with funding support current settlement pattern and lack of from the State and Australian governments transport infrastructure to support mobility to implement the Hobart Transport Vision, options has left many people reliant on their maintaining Hobart as a great liveable city will private motor vehicles for daily activities. Our be one step closer. growth has pushed more affordable housing As the Lord Mayor of Hobart, it is my great further from the city centre to areas not well- pleasure to introduce the Transport Strategy for served by public transport. the City of Hobart. The world is becoming increasingly aware of This document has been produced following the need to substantially limit our greenhouse an extensive program of engagement with the gas emissions to reduce the real risks of climate Alderman Ron Christie Hobart community and various stakeholders. change in the next century. As things stand, our Lord Mayor It takes into account the recently completed children and grandchildren will, at best, inherit a Hobart Vision and builds on work from the world with higher sea levels, along with a more Hobart Sustainable Transport Strategy, which unstable climate. commenced in 2010. Much has been achieved But there is cause for optimism. New since that time; there is now a Southern technologies can help reduce our carbon Tasmanian Regional Land Use Strategy, with emissions with more fuel-efficient and urban growth boundaries and areas identified electrically-powered transport. Intelligent for residential growth. The construction of key transport systems, combined with the internet bicycle and walking linkages has occurred, and our mobile devices, can provide us with the and some improvements to public transport information needed to make better transport choices. New housing stock and better land use planning can reduce our need to travel.

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Hobart is the capital city of Tasmania, Feedback from the community is that transport Hobart is experiencing rapid change and dramatically sited between mountain and river. can be a problem and we need improvements. growth in our economy and population and We are a small city, but we are growing. This includes fewer cars on the road, real public this growth is projected to continue. In order to transport options for people travelling to and maintain the wonderful qualities that we enjoy Hobartians want to live good lives, connected to around the city and more support for people about living in Hobart, we need to achieve our communities and our natural environment. walking and cycling. Safety is important. an integrated and sustainable transport and Our spirit of place is strong and we embrace movement network. our city’s unique beauty and wonder. We want Ultimately we all want to reach our destinations to participate fully in Hobart’s vibrant lifestyle every day: safe, healthy and happy. Part one of this strategy discusses the and maintain our easy pace of life. We value our background research and results of community In order to achieve those outcomes we need a fresh air and want to keep our city breathing. and stakeholder consultation – it describes where well-connected pedestrian and cycle network. These are the things we will seek to maintain as we are now and how we developed this strategy. We need high-quality, accessible streetscapes, we grow. and neighbourhoods where the traffic is calm Part two identifies nine themes that reflect the Planning for future growth that maintains and people are encouraged to choose active areas of focus that the City of Hobart must Hobart’s liveability will require well-considered, travel, regardless of age or ability. We need develop to achieve the transport outcomes integrated and sustainable transport outcomes. public transport that is reliable, affordable and we need. Transport is one of the most important connected, and supported by waiting facilities Part three outlines how implementation will considerations for a growing city in order to and park and ride. occur in a balanced way to ensure the success facilitate access and movement that will support A Smart Roads approach to network of this Strategy. us socially, economically and environmentally. management will give us more efficiency Traffic congestion makes the headlines, however from our existing road infrastructure. We there are two transport stories in Hobart. need effectual freight systems to support our Compared with the other Australian capitals, economy, and smart parking that meets the Hobart residents are more likely to walk for needs of residents and businesses. transport, and some parts of Hobart have very Getting transport right is a challenge that high numbers of bicycle commuters. However, requires we continue to seek and understand the regional story is quite different. When we the big picture. The way we use land influences look beyond our municipality to include the our need to move, and therefore we will strive surrounding municipalities of greater Hobart, to create an improved residential, business, we are a very car-dependent population. This institutional and education land use mix in car dependence, which is a legacy of land use, Hobart. Evidence and relevant data will guide settlement patterns and past transport policy our decision making, measure our progress and decisions, is the reason for the traffic congestion track the changes. And we will continue we are experiencing now. to develop the important stakeholder relationships that will allow us to achieve the outcomes we need – with all levels of government, the private sector, advocacy groups and our local communities.

6 City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT 7 I walk or ride my kids to school but it is very car-centric and not well set up for pedestrians and cyclists. I hope when they’re Sometimes when I’m older they’ll make the journey driving the time taken to alone. It would be great if it was go from A to B during safer for them to do so peak hour is 5 times the ‘normal’ travel time

We live near the city and residential parking is an I rely on a walking frame to ongoing issue for us get around and good quality footpaths will help me stay mobile for years to come Public transport is okay but ferries on the river Having safer, nicer and light rail would really streets encourages improve the options people to walk and I like riding to Salamanca Market ride rather than just on the weekend with my family relying on the car all the time

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LETTER FROM THE LORD MAYOR AND COUNCIL EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

PART 1 VISION STATEMENT WHY ARE WE DEVELOPING A NEW TRANSPORT STRATEGY? WHO IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE TRANSPORT NETWORK? ABOUT THE CITY OF HOBART SCOPE OF THIS STRATEGY APPROACH TO DEVELOPING THE HOBART TRANSPORT STRATEGY WHAT YOU TOLD US – ISSUES, PROBLEMS AND CHALLENGES GUIDING PRINCIPLES

PART 2 INTRODUCTION AND OUTLINE OF THE STRATEGY STRATEGIC FOCUS THEMES THEME 1 | MAKING DECISIONS BASED ON UP-TO-DATE, RELEVANT DATA THEME 2 | INTEGRATING TRANSPORT AND LAND USE PLANNING TO DELIVER THE BEST ECONOMIC, SOCIAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL OUTCOMES THEME 3 | RECOGNISING WALKING AS THE MOST FUNDAMENTAL MODE OF TRANSPORT THEME 4 | SUPPORTING MORE PEOPLE TO RIDE BICYCLES THEME 5 | INCREASE PARTICIPATION IN GREAT PUBLIC TRANSPORT AND REDUCING CONGESTION IN THE CITY THEME 6 | SMART PARKING FOR RESIDENTS, VISITORS AND BUSINESSES THEME 7 | FREIGHT BY ROAD, PORT AND AIR THEME 8 | MANAGING OUR TRANSPORT NETWORK THEME 9 | DEVELOPING PARTNERSHIPS WITH STAKEHOLDERS

PART 3 IMPLEMENTATION PLAN

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A COMMUNITY VISION FOR OUR The movement and connectivity pillar states ISLAND CAPITAL the following aspiration: We are a city where everyone has effective, INTRODUCTION safe, healthy and environmentally-friendly ways to move and connect with people, In late 2017 and early 2018 the City of Hobart information and goods, and to and through undertook a consultative process with the spaces and the natural environment. We are Hobart community and a community panel to able to maintain a pace of life that allows develop a new Vision. The complete document us to fulfil our needs, such as work, study, and information about the process is available business, accessing services, socialising, 1 on the City of Hobart’s website. recreation, shopping, entertainment and Final consultation on this new Vision is occurring spending time with loved ones. in June 2018. This is the Vision for Hobart that • We keep our city breathing guides our strategies and actions. • We maintain our pace of life PILLARS • We have transport options There are eight pillars within the Vision. • We use transport and technology to Movement and connectivity is the key pillar that support our connections and access is relevant for the Transport Strategy. • We collaborate

1 https://yoursay.hobartcity.com.au/the-vision

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VISION

A Community Vision for our Island Capital

WHY ARE WE DEVELOPING A Hobart is a destination for so many Capital City Strategic Plan NEW TRANSPORT STRATEGY? activities. We want to maintain and improve access to and within the City of Hobart. The City of Hobart is planning for the future The engagement we have undertaken to transport needs of our community. It is understand the trends and issues of transport important that, as we move into the next part in Hobart, along with the new Hobart Vision of the 21st century, we have strategies in developed by the community, tell us we place to support the anticipated growth in our need more transport options, such as public STRATEGY population and economy while we hold on to transport, and walking and cycling facilities, as The City of Hobart develops strategies to guide various areas what makes Hobart special and unique. well as safer more liveable streets. Scientific of its works. Some examples are below, among these is the The City of Hobart is home to 48,700 residents. evidence supports the need to reduce our Transport Strategy. On any given day in the city there are up carbon emissions, which is supported by to 46,000 workers, 33,000 students and an our Climate Change Strategy. Our lived Smart Cities increasingly large number of people accessing experience tells us we want to reduce peak Street Tree Strategy Social Inclusion Strategy Strategy specialist shops and services, including tourists. hour traffic congestion. (yet to be developed) We need to make sure that the City of Hobart’s We need to develop a strategy to guide our planning is coordinated with the Tasmanian work and direct our efforts over the next 15 Government, the Australian Government years to deliver a better transport system and Waste Management Housing and Homelessness Transport Strategy and other local councils, all of whom have more liveable city for the people of, and visitors Strategy Strategy responsibilities for land use planning, to, Hobart. This is why we are developing a infrastructure and transport networks. Transport Strategy for the City of Hobart. Forecasts for economic and population growth Part 2 of this Strategy outlines the focus areas Economic Development Positive Ageing Climate Change Strategy in Hobart present significant transport and and actions which will guide the delivery of Strategy Strategy land use opportunities and challenges. The the strategy. City of Hobart’s planners and decision-makers The City of Hobart’s strategic framework links its IMPLEMENTATION must anticipate and respond to the challenges Vision, Strategies and Action Plans (Figure 1). while maintaining and enhancing Hobart’s Action Plans (Detailed in the Transport Strategy) strengths and its status as a vibrant, liveable and successful capital city and regional centre. Walking Plan Bicycle Plan

Other Plans Parking Plan and Actions

Figure 1: Strategic framework for the City of Hobart | Source: City of Hobart

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Figure 2: Responsibility of the three levels of government | Source: City of Hobart WHO IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE NATIONAL STATE LOCAL TRANSPORT NETWORK? The Australian Government funds the National Through the Tasmanian Resource Management In Tasmania, local government, has powers Highway, major infrastructure and programs and Planning System (RMPS)4 the Tasmanian delegated under the Local Government Our transport network sits within a complex such as Roads to Recovery and Black Spot road- Government is responsible for state-wide and (Highways) Act 1982 and the Local Government legislative, regulatory, policy and funding safety funding. Heavy vehicles (over 4.5 tonnes regional land use planning. The Tasmanian Act 1993, to make by-laws to regulate and environment across local, state and GMV) operate in Tasmania under national Government is also responsible for major state control conduct on highways in a municipal area.5 federal governments. A complete listing regulations managed through the National road, rail and port projects. Beyond these Local government is delegated the authority of legislation and a detailed discussion of 2 Heavy Vehicle Regulator. planning functions, the Tasmanian Government to manage and develop the local transport ownership and responsibilities is contained in influences settlement patterns through the the background papers. Australian transport agencies (both state networks by the State Government in and national), through Austroads, undertake provision of grants and subsidies – such as accordance with Australian Standards and research and produce guidelines for a the first home-owner/builder grants – which in relevant guidelines. It can make policies and nationally consistent transport system. For turn impact transport planning. The Tasmanian develop strategies, such as this document, example, Austroads has established a national Government plans and develops a range of to guide how it manages and develops its architecture for intelligent transport systems social infrastructure including schools, hospitals transport network. and other essential infrastructure that can have a and its associated framework to guide the The City of Hobart is responsible for parts of the bearing on transport demand. implementation of a range of technologies road network and the ‘last mile’ connections to aimed at delivering safer, more efficient and The Tasmanian Government is responsible for businesses and associated access arrangements, 3 environmentally sustainable transport solutions. the operation and maintenance of the state- such as loading zones and access for public owned road network, which primarily consists of vehicles, including buses and taxis in and around roads that provide connectivity between cities, greater Hobart. This responsibility includes the major towns, rural catchments and key marine control of occupation of roads and footpaths for and air transport hubs. other development works, such as construction, The Tasmanian Government provides funding as well as outdoor dining, signboards, trading, for public transport through (a footpath crossings and events. state-owned company) and contracted private The City of Hobart maintains and renews bus operators. TasRail (a state-owned company) its roads and footpaths. We plan, develop manages all rail freight operations. TasPorts (a and build enhancement projects to improve state-owned company) operates all four major transport, and general safety and amenity for ports in Tasmania: in Hobart, Burnie, Launceston the public. We manage on street parking, and and Devonport, and is responsible for some some off street parking. roads, and provides car parking in Sullivans The City of Hobart also has a role in regulating Cove. Hobart International Airport is privately development on private property, although owned by the Tasmanian Gateway Consortium. the Statewide Planning Scheme and system The Tasmanian Government regulates vehicle constrains our influence in some areas. licensing and registration, legislates for and The City of Hobart advocates for change enforces road rules, including speed limits, and on behalf of the community, and partners controls all public road traffic signals (traffic with external stakeholders. We play a role in lights). The Tasmanian Government generally educating and supporting individuals to make obtains its legislative powers through the Roads sustainable transport choices and, as the capital and Jetties Act 1935 and the Highways Act 1951. city, we play a role in providing leadership for 2 www.nhvr.gov.au/ the region and the state. 3 www.ausroads.com.au/road-operations/network-operations/ 5 A complete listing of legislation and a detailed discussion national-its-architecture 4 www.planning.tas.gov.au/how_planning_works/tasmanian_ of ownership and responsibilities is contained in the planning_system background papers. 16 City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT 17 ABOUT THE CITY OF HOBART In 2015, the Tasmanian Government committed to increasing Tasmania’s It is important to understand some of the population to 650,000 by 2050, to offset the context of Hobart – who we are and where we impacts of an aging population.8 are going – to develop a strategy that is relevant The Tasmanian Government’s Population and useful. The four background papers contain Growth Strategy includes measures such as more detailed information and these are increasing migration and supporting and available on the City of Hobart’s website. retaining international graduates, who currently REGIONAL POPULATION, DEMOGRAPHICS comprise 70% of Tasmania’s skilled migrants. A AND SETTLEMENT PATTERNS report showing progress towards this strategy is available.9 Understanding where population, demographic and housing growth is occurring in relation Planning for future land use and residential to employment, education and other major housing demand was considered in The land use activities is critical to identifying and Southern Tasmanian Regional Land Use addressing transport issues in greater Hobart. Strategy 2010-2035 (STRLUS). It was declared by the Minister for Planning in November 2013 Population as at 31 December 2015 6 (amended in September 2016), pursuant to Tasmania 519,050 (projected to Section 30C of the Land Use Planning and 7 be 589,000 by 2062 ) Approvals Act 1993 (LUPAA), and included a Greater Hobart 220,953 (57% of Tasmania’s greater Hobart residential strategy to manage population) residential growth. Hobart local government area (LGA) The STRLUS established a 20-year urban growth 50,796 (23% of the greater boundary based on 50% of growth occurring in Hobart metropolitan area existing suburbs (infill development) and 50% population) on greenfield (new) sites. Currently, 15% of With nearly one in every five people aged 65 growth is infill and 85% is on greenfield sites. years and over, Tasmanians have the highest The following maps show the dwelling density median age (42) of all the states and territories, of the greater Hobart region, and the areas Map 1: Southern region – dwelling density | Source: Southern Tasmanian Councils Authority four years above the national average. It is designated in the STRLUS for increased projected that 25% of the state’s population will residential density. be 65 years of age or more in 2030, an increase The STRLUS recommended that infill housing of nearly 60% of Tasmanians in that age group growth totals 13,228 dwellings across these from 2011. local government areas: Hobart LGA 25% (3312 dwellings) Glenorchy LGA 40% (5300 dwellings) 6 stat.abs.gov.au/itt/r. Clarence LGA 15% (1987 dwellings) jsp?RegionSummary®ion=6GHOB&dataset=ABS_ Brighton LGA 15% (1987 dwellings) REGIONAL_ 10 ASGS&geoconcept=REGION&datasetASGS=ABS_ Kingborough 5% (662 dwellings) REGIONAL_ASGS&datasetLGA=ABS_NRP9_ LGA®ionLGA=REGION®ionASGS=REGION 7 Department of Treasury and Finance, ‘Population Projections: Tasmania and its Local Government Areas’, December, 2014. 8 Information on an aging population and the Tasmanian Government’s population strategy: www.stategrowth.tas.gov. au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0017/100376/Background_issues_ paper.pdf 9 www.stategrowth.tas.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_ file/0017/142109/Population_Growth_Strategy_-_Annual_ 10 Southern Tasmanian Regional Land Use Strategy 2010–2035, Report_2016.pdf p. 97

18 City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT 19 Map 2, taken from the Southern Regional Land Use Strategy, indicates where the Tasmanian and local governments have determined more housingwill be developed in the future, it gives us an indication of where future transport demand will occur and informs us what strategies might be most effective.

EMPLOYMENT IN HOBART OTHER NOTABLE ACTIVITIES IN HOBART Hobart is a key economic region in Tasmania, Education is a significant activity in Hobart; attracting many people to work in the following there are multiple campuses of University sectors: 11 of Tasmania and a significant number of • health care and social assistance – 9327 independent and government schools and employees colleges. The university, public and private schools in Hobart have an estimated combined • public administration and safety – 7983 enrolment of over 25,000 students. 12 employees Science also plays a key role in Hobart. The city • education and training – 5392 employees hosts a significant CSIRO research presence • accommodation and food services – and the Australian Antarctic Division’s principal 4551 employees supply, logistics and science base, which • retail trade – 4520 employees support activities in Antarctica. • professional, scientific and technical services Hobart is a centre for culture in Tasmania. – 4084 employees. The creative economy is a significant contributor to the life and liveability of These groups total 35,857 employees, though Hobart. Major festivals occur in and around the actual number may be higher. the city and on the waterfront during the Health care and social assistance has seen a summer and winter seasons. notable increase in employment levels of 24.8% Tourism activity in Hobart is growing (census year to census year), overtaking public significantly and the city is accessed by an administration and safety as the top employer. international airport, hosts over 60 major cruise The tourism sector is also experiencing a growth ship visits each year, and receives significant in employment rates. visitors from the Australian mainland via the Of particular interest for transport planning Spirit of Tasmania roll-on roll-off ferry vessels. purposes, the Hobart LGA, predominantly in The Tasmanian Parliament sits on the Hobart and around the CBD, contains more than half waterfront and there are a significant number of all the jobs in greater Hobart, with relatively of government departments which provide few through-city traffic movements between administration for the state. other council areas for the journey to work. This location of employees and school enrolment locations (section 4.3) indicates, for example, that a Hobart city bypass road may not actually address the issue of congestion. A more in- depth discussion is contained in Background Paper 2 – Private Transport page 72 and within the STRLUS.

12 https://docs.education.gov.au/node/45161 and https:// Map 2: Residential Strategy for greater Hobart – residential development areas | Source: Southern Tasmanian Regional 11 All employment data is sourced from the Australian Bureau documentcentre.education.tas.gov.au/Documents/DoE- Land Use Strategy 2010–2035 of Statistics Census 2016. Annual-Dataset-2016-17.pdf

20 City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT 21 GREATER HOBART’S JOURNEYS INTO HOBART JOURNEYS WITHIN HOBART TRANSPORT NETWORK A transport network is a spatial network the over 65s and people with a disability. that provides for the movement of people There are four key metropolitan arterial road and goods. In Tasmania, it is predominantly links for greater Hobart, all of which have a road based. Rail transport is restricted to the presence within the City of Hobart and are movement of goods (freight between the pivotal in the road transport network in southern northern Tasmanian ports and the Brighton Tasmania. These are the , transport hub) or short tourist trips. The same is , Southern Outlet, and the generally true for shipping (ferry) transport. Davey Street and Macquarie Street couplet. An extensive footpath network exists in Hobart. These major arterial roads (and associated major The dedicated bicycle facility network in Hobart bridges and structures) are mostly owned 13 is limited and still in development. Cycling is and managed by the Tasmanian Government also permitting on most footpaths and roads and they all converge in Hobart. Within the city, in Tasmania. metropolitan road links are supported by the The road transport network supports local road network, with different roads having private motor vehicle movement with different functions. Map 3: Stylised mapping of journey to work – ‘tale of two cities’ | Source: City of Hobart buses providing the only mass public Of particular interest are the differences in travel passenger transport. Taxi services have been modes used between the residents of Hobart supplemented with Uber, and community and the residents of the surrounding local The generalised situation described for greater transport plays a major role in providing for government areas in getting to their places of Hobart, most notably in the Australian Bureau work in Hobart. of Statistics (ABS) census journey to work (JTW) statistics, show a different pattern to that occurring within the Hobart LGA. A large number of Hobart residents make their journey to work using active transport means: 25% walk, 3% ride a bike and 6% take the bus. Hobart has the highest proportion of the walking journey to work mode of all Australian capital cities. In some suburbs the proportion of individuals using active transport for their journey to work is even higher. In many cases it can be seen that proximity to high quality walking and bicycle paths, along with frequent public transport services and relatively short journey distances (less than 4 km) to key employment, education and service areas plays a large part in an individual’s transport mode choice. This ‘tale of two cities’ has implications for a range of solutions that this Transport Strategy will present.

13 In 2018 the Tasmanian Government took control and ownership of Macquarie Street and Davey Street between Chart 1: Southern region modes used for the journey to work 2011 | Source: Department of Infrastructure, Energy and the Southern Outlet and the Tasman Highway from the City Resources, Journey to Work data Analysis Values exclude those who did not go to work and those who worked at home. of Hobart.

22 City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT 23 SCOPE OF THIS STRATEGY APPROACH TO DEVELOPING THE HOBART TRANSPORT STRATEGY This Transport Strategy for the City of Hobart The Transport Strategy has been developed details strategic actions that can be primarily following a four-step process (shown in the undertaken by the City of Hobart, both as diagram below) involving engagement with key a discrete local government body and in stakeholders and the community. partnership with other stakeholders. Two consultation rounds were undertaken, the The City of Hobart is a defined Local first focusing on each of the four background Government Area (LGA) that has direct papers15, the second involving the draft strategy. boundaries with the and and the River Derwent in southern Tasmania. The metropolitan centre of the region is greater Hobart which extends • establish scope of to the Local Government Areas of Brighton, STEP 1 Clarence, Glenorchy, Hobart, Kingborough and legislation, regulation and Sorell. policy The transport challenges present in Hobart • assess transport strategies are the result of many factors. Several factors from other jurisdictions a are outside the control of the City of Hobart • finalise methodology (as noted in sections 3 and 4), and as a result solutions are not the sole responsibility of the City of Hobart. • round 1 of engagement with The Australian and Tasmanian governments community, government and have entered into an agreement to develop a peak stakeholder groups on STEP 2 City Deal14 for Hobart in partnership with local modules 1 to 4 a governments in the urban Hobart area. There is also the intention to create a Capital City Act, which will legislate for some arrangements for • incorporate feedback and council areas to further work together. ideas from Step 2 Developing transport and settlement solution STEP 3 • integrate draft land use and options will need the involvement of all parties transport planning strategies in Southern Tasmania and so this Transport • complete draft Transport a Strategy also focuses on collaborations Strategy with other local councils, the Tasmanian Government, the Australian Government, and other key stakeholder bodies in Tasmania. • round 2 of engagement on draft Transport Strategy • incorporate feedback and STEP 4 finalise Transport Strategy • Council considers and adopts the City of Hobart NOW Transport Strategy 2018–30

Figure 3: Strategy development process | Source: City of Hobart

14 For more information about City Deals see https://cities. infrastructure.gov.au/city-deals 15 https://yoursay.hobartcity.com.au/transport-strategy Figure 4: Strategy engagement evolution | Source: City of Hobart

24 City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT 25 THE ICEBERG MODEL OF PROBLEMS AND DECISIONS Transport planning is a good example of how technical, social, moral, cultural, past land use planning and economic aspects of greater Hobart interact. When faced with familiar situations, we may be tempted to think we understand the problem and jump to a solution. But what is the problem? Four background papers were based on The staged process that was undertaken research and review of relevant reports, to release background papers and gather The drive to find ‘solutions’ often presupposes a comparative analysis of national and community and stakeholder input has provided that we understand the problem. international cities’ transport strategies across an opportunity to deepen the understanding of [Problems] … ‘lead groups to challenge each key indicators, and assessing baseline and the range of transport problems facing greater other, and often require us to confront our own future conditions for Hobart. The papers contain Hobart. Traffic congestion is not the only issue. assumptions of what is right. They require ways detailed data, information and discussion Information and data has been drawn from a of thinking and working through difference. to support the consultation, discussions and range of recent engagements including the They are comprised of a constellation of surveysSTEP that 4 occurred during Step 2. development of the City of Hobart’s Vision, connected issues that extend across time and The views and insights of stakeholders, along the Transport Strategy engagement process, space. The overlapping or conflicting interests, with survey results, were published in a summary the City of Hobart’s Climate Change Strategy values and concerns of different groups and document titled Trends and Issues – Summary Review and project-specific engagements such individuals connect these issues. Report of Stakeholder Consultations. 16 as the Retail Precinct upgrade projects in local Though there will always be unintended In a parallel process, the City of Hobart has neighbourhood areas. consequences of policy, these can be reduced when it is not only the experts but undertaken the development of a new Vision By tapping into this broad range of Figure 5: The ‘iceberg’ model of problems and decisions for Hobart. As noted in Section 1, this new engagements, we can understand the city more also the diverse stakeholders who contribute emphasises the importance of problem-finding, through 17 Vision provides a way to approach and address holistically across a number of intersecting meaningfully, effectively and efficiently to signalling and representing. the identified trends and issues for transport urban systems, beyond just transport. understanding the problem.’ Robert Hoppe’s (2011) argues that political decision processes identified in the detailed transport stakeholder Ultimately the constant question being asked engagement. often jump rapidly from problem-signalling every time we engage and consult is: to the development of options or solutions What do we want Hobart to be like in that supposedly solve the problem. These pay the future? attention only to the tip of the iceberg and We are now undertaking Step 4: engaging ignore most of what is below the surface. again with the greater Hobart community and stakeholders on this draft Transport Strategy. 17 Leith, P., O’Toole, K., Haward, M., Coffey, B., (2017), The strategy actions are those that we believe ENHANCING SCIENCE IMPACT: Bridging Research, Policy can help manage and improve our current and Practice for Sustainability, CSIRO Publishing transport system, and move it closer to the future system desired by the community.

16 All background reports, engagement outcomes reports and the trends and issues summary are available at: https:// yoursay.hobartcity.com.au/transport-strategy

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Grouping the issues, problems and concerns Tasmanians currently experience some Land is available, and houses continue to There is high public demand for much better that individuals and stakeholders have told us of the worst population health outcomes be built public transport, walking and bicycle riding about can help us focus on identifying solutions. in Australia Housing continues to be constructed in Hobart. facilities Hobart is a growing city in a region where ‘The Tasmanian Government has the goal of However the rising cost of building supports Where Metro has introduced high frequency our heritage and topography constrain making Tasmania the healthiest population in the expansion of the housing settlements at a services on key routes, (Turn up and Go) simply developing more roads to service our Australia by 2025. This is an ambitious target, distance from the Hobart CBD where underlying passenger numbers have increased. The survey transport demands since Tasmanians currently experience some of land prices are lower. Greater Hobart has a results from the engagement of consultation Tasmania is an island of great natural beauty the worst population health outcomes in the low density settlement pattern and significant papers also indicate that people want better and southern Tasmania provides an enviable country, with high rates of chronic disease and housing and population growth continues public transport, high-quality walking and lifestyle setting. Our reputation as being clean, health risk factors like smoking, obesity, poor to occur in Sorell, Kingston/Margate and cycling facilities. We have very high numbers of green and beautiful, with a temperate climate, nutrition, low physical activity levels, and risky Brighton. It would appear that the growth in job people walking and cycling in parts of Hobart in a peaceful part of the world is, in part, driving alcohol consumption.19 opportunities in these areas is not keeping pace and there would appear to be latent demand growth in our resident population and tourism Active transport, including public transport, can with the overall local population growth. Public for more uptake of these transport modes – if visitation. play a part in increasing an individual’s incidental transport services in these areas are limited, and improved facilities were provided. Hobart is an area rich in Aboriginal heritage physical activity and this is an important part of many individuals in these areas are reliant on a The recently published Infrastructure Tasmania – sites and cultural landscape. The Hobart area improving health.20 motor vehicle to access work and services. Hobart Transport Vision 22 – focuses on creating also contains a significant number of heritage Housing prices in Hobart are no longer Locating new affordable, high quality, medium high frequency, park and ride supported, bus European buildings. The River Derwent, ‘cheap’ compared to other Australian density housing near public transport, schools, transit priority services on six main corridors to kunanyi/Mt Wellington and other similar capital cities jobs and services will need to be a priority to service greater Hobart: Main Road and Brooker landforms, along with heritage considerations, improve the sustainability and liveability of our Highway to the north, the Southern Outlet and Tasmania’s growth in property and housing all place significant constraints on the ability settlement. Sandy Bay Road to the south and the Tasman prices in the past decade is no doubt due to a to simply and cheaply build more roads and Highway and Clarence Street to the east. Ferry complex range of factors including the excellent bridges, or in many instances, even widen the connections between the Hobart waterfront and liveability of our region. Certainly tourism and ones we have. We need to better manage the eastern shore, along with cycling facilities to visitor numbers have grown strongly in recent the infrastructure we have now to move more support ferry use are also considerations. Mass times, in part due to the ‘Mona effect’ 21 and people. transit on the existing, but currently unused, high impact events such as the visit of the western shore rail corridor is listed as a future The Tasmanian population is aging Chinese President in 2014. stage of the Infrastructure Tasmania – Hobart The age structure ‘bulge’ caused by baby Property conversion to Airbnb accommodation, Transport Vision for servicing the transport boomers has implications for Tasmanian growth in tertiary student numbers, workforce needs of people to the north of the City. This society and creates challenges, across many shortage due to large infrastructure projects 18 arrangement was detailed and promoted in areasincluding transport. Demand for facilities and the desirability of Hobart as place to live the City of Hobart’s 2009 Sustainable Transport to support mobility devices, and accessible and work are also likely factors that contribute Strategy. public transport services will continue to rise. to growing house prices. Consequences of this include a scarcity of rental property stock and subsequent rise of rental accommodation prices in and around Hobart.

19 www.dhhs.tas.gov.au/about_the_department/our_plans_ and_strategies/a_healthy_tasmania 20 www.menzies.utas.edu.au/news-and-events/menzies- 18 www.stategrowth.tas.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_ blog/2017/how-do-you-get-from-a-to-b file/0017/100376/Background_issues_paper.pdf and www. 21 themonaeffect.wordpress.com/ and www.hamessharley. 22 www.stategrowth.tas.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_ dpac.tas.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0018/216018/Facing_ com.au/knowledge-article/the-mona-effect-how-an-iconic- file/0011/166079/Hobart_Transport_Vision_small_20180117. the_Future_Fact_Sheets.pdf building-can-transform-a-city/ pdf, January 2018

28 City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT 29 Climate change implications need to be Traffic congestion is created by Our streets are part of where we live, not considered and transport emissions must concentrated peak demand for road space just roads for cars be reduced by motor vehicles There is strong desire within the Hobart Adapting to and planning for climate change A large number of factors contribute to peak community to take a more holistic view of our impacts will continue to be an important hour traffic congestion, resulting in increased place and manage and develop our streets consideration for asset managers and travel time and a decline of travel time reliability. for people. Ensuring that the city’s character, government policy makers during the life (Interestingly the impacts are much less during scale and connections to people, places and of this strategy. 23 Rising temperatures and school holidays.) Outside of peak hours the nature are maintained in unobtrusive, place- higher atmospheric C02 concentrations will transport network operates well and has sensitive ways was a prioritythat emerged in have significant impacts on our current way significant excess capacity. the Vision engagement. of life. Particulate emissions from fossil fuels As with any system operating at close to People want to not only feel safe, but see contribute to poor local air quality – and are capacity (in terms of traffic, power and water) further reductions in crashes and dangerous linked to a range of diseases and reductions minor incidents or breakages can severely road user behaviours such as running red lights, in life expectancy. As the transport sector is a impact the system operation. Vehicle crashes speeding, hooning and mobile phone use while major contributor to Tasmania’s greenhouse on key parts of the road network, such as the driving. gas emissions, reducing those emissions will Tasman Bridge, can introduce significant delays. Maintaining and enhancing the liveability of the be a challenge, but also a huge opportunity for There is relatively little real-time data currently city is a high priority for the people of Hobart. a state with large renewable energy resources available to assist individuals to understand There was strong sentiment expressed for and the growing acceptance and affordability of the overall extent of transport congestion slowing and calming traffic in local residential electric vehicles, including electric bicycles. or incident impacts. It is noted that the areas and in high pedestrian traffic areas, such Department of State Growth has committed to as the CBD, suburban retail precincts, around implement a new Intelligent Transport System schools and the Hobart waterfront. Further which could provide such real-time information effort to create walking and bicycle routes to and incident alerts to travellers in 2019. local schools was seen by many as critically With the transfer of Macquarie Street and Davey important. Street to the State Government in 2018, the The Tasmanian Government has produced Department of State Growth now controls and summaries of the greater Hobart transport manages a linked set of roads. The Department situation. This Infographic summary of State Growth and Infrastructure Tasmania (Figure 6) was released as part of the Tasmanian have a Hobart Transport Vision that prioritises Government’s Hobart Transport Vision in ‘rapid passenger transport solutions to move January 2018. people as a competitive alternative to private car travel’. Reducing traffic congestion will require less single occupant private vehicle use at peak times and more use of alternative travel modes such as public transport, walking, cycling, and carpooling. Travel demand management measures, including workplace travel plans and assisting individuals to retime their journey, will also be important measures.

23 https://yoursay.hobartcity.com.au/29366/documents/67328

30 City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT 31 GUIDING PRINCIPLES In addition to the issues and priorities identified B. VISION ZERO AND THE SAFE by the community and stakeholders, there SYSTEMS APPROACH are other contexts that impact on, or are The safety and efficiency of the City of Hobart’s impacted by, transport planning in Hobart and transport network is of paramount importance the broader region. The following ‘guiding to residents, businesses, road users, transport principles’ have influenced the development of operators, parents and school children, the the actions in this strategy. government sector, and tourists and visitors. A. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT IS Although there is diversity in people’s transport CENTRAL TO OUR PLANNING needs and the modes they use, most people The aspirations of Hobart’s community are want the same thing: to be able to move about embedded in this Strategy. In addition to with ease and safety, and in a timely manner, the staged background paper engagement whether they are on foot, using a mobility process, the new Hobart Vision, engagements device, in a bus, truck, ferry, or car, or riding a on the local retail precinct upgrades, the City bicycle. of Hobart’s Climate Change Strategy, and input The City of Hobart is responsible for delivering from the Access Advisory Committee, Bicycle safe roads and roadsides as well as safe speeds; Advisory Committee and Resident Traffic a safe systems approach is our guiding principle Committees have been significant in providing for making decisions about the road network. 24 both high-level and detailed understanding of The Australian Government’s National Road the aspirations of Hobart’s community. Safety Strategy and Tasmanian Government’s Through direct participation, the community has Towards Zero—Tasmanian Road Safety provided an understanding of the full breadth of Strategy 25 aim to achieve a safe system, with issues, views and ideas, based on diverse health the ultimate goal of zero deaths and serious and education needs, age groups, occupations, injuries as a result of road crashes. Road safety lifestyles and day-to-day activities. Whilst is a shared responsibility between infrastructure monetary, physical and political constraints may providers, road managers, vehicle regulators not allow us to implement every wish and desire and road users. of sections of the community, our commitment is to actively engage and seek out solutions to the problems that we as a community face.

Figure 6: Hobart transport in context | Source: Infrastructure Tasmania: Hobart Transport Vision, January 2018

24 roadsafety.gov.au/nrss/safe-system.aspx 25 www.transport.tas.gov.au/roadsafety/towards_zero

32 City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT 33 C. TRANSPORT IS AN IMPORTANT E. CHANGE AND DISRUPTION IS PLANNING BETTER CITIES ASPECT OF THE TASMANIAN CERTAIN When it comes to planning better cities for the • Place connectivity — this involves landuse ECONOMY The world has undergone incredible change in future there’s one simple rule: connect people that provides easy access to a mix of The Transport Strategy recognises the pivotal the past century. to places, people to transport and people to neighbourhood activities, enabling short- role of transport in our daily lives and in Population growth, technological innovation, people. distance travel. It brings places closer Tasmania’s economy. globalisation, human rights improvements and Bringing the people and place connections to together. Transport underpins essential social and disparities in equality and wealth sharing have fruition requires an accurate diagnosis of current economic interactions and is an important produced a world that our great grandparents • Transport connectivity — this exists where levels of connectivity. Connected places have sector of the economy in its own right. Transport might not have imagined was possible. low-impact modes of travel allow for three key attributes: sustainable mobility, which enhances the infrastructure and its various operations Technological and social change is expected • People connectivity — this exists where quality and liveability of places, making the contribute directly to our economy. Inadequate to continue at a rapid pace in our societies. We a place promotes social interaction and journey between places safe, efficient and or poorly directed transport investment can can expect to have cleaner power sources for community engagement; where there enjoyable. 28 result in poor economic, health, social and new transport vehicles, which will be equipped is a sense of place, identity, community environmental outcomes. with new technologies. It is envisaged we will attachment and social diversity; and where The impact of investment in transport networks have new mass public transport modes available people from all walks of life come into on local, regional and state economies is to service the needs of greater Hobart. Apps everyday contact with each other. This often context-specific. Some actions to on mobile devices will assist us in selecting builds social capital and empathy across the improve local conditions may deliver a one- transport options and providing information to social–cultural spectrum. off economic outcome, whereas others, for support our day-to-day lives. Housing choices example, investment in road safety, can deliver will have improved and, based on trend figures, incremental benefits to the entire community. the Hobart population will have continued to grow in number. Further improvements in health D. TRANSPORT SITS WITHIN A and liveability outcomes will be demanded by REGULATORY AND POLICY CONTEXT 28 communities. Climate change mitigation and Extracted from: www.thefifthestate.com.au/urbanism/ planning/a-city-that-forgets-about-human-connections-has- Key state and national policies provide broader adaptation to rising temperatures and sea levels lost-its-way/96903 context and guidance to ensure the Strategy will continue to require attention during the life reflects our needs now and into the future. of this strategy and beyond. Examples include Tasmanian Government’s As a guiding principle we should accept that Vision Zero – Safety Strategy 2017-2026, the our transport future will not simply be a bigger Southern Tasmanian Regional Land Use Strategy version of our recent road building past. The 2010–2035 (STRLUS) the Affordable Housing way we approach and frame our problems and Strategy 2015–2025, the Hobart Transport the solutions we adopt to solve them will also Vision 2018 and policies that promote healthy need to change and evolve. communities with affordable and convenient The Tasmanian Government would appear access to the local and regional transport to have adopted a similar position. In its networks, through integrating land use and Infrastructure Tasmania – Hobart Transport transport planning. 26 Vision 2018, it has stated, ‘Evidence has proven that more roads and wider roads result in more cars and worse congestion. Instead, we need to re-balance our network to provide more choice, greater equity and improved accessibility for all.’ 27

26 The background papers (https://yoursay.hobartcity.com.au/ transport-strategy) and their attachments (https://yoursay. hobartcity.com.au/21422/documents/42514) provide further 27 https://www.stategrowth.tas.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_ information about the regulatory and legislative framework file/0011/166079/Hobart_Transport_Vision_small_20180117. for Tasmania. pdf (pg. 5)

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The people of Hobart want to live good The feedback, input and research, and the lives, celebrating this incredible place where recent community Vision for Hobart, inform the ‘we all live, work and play in the midst of our actions in this Transport Strategy. The actions mountain, our river and the land around us will guide the City of Hobart as it prioritises which constantly remind us of where we are and resources over the next 15 years. In this way, provide us with comfort, wonder and joy’. 29 the Strategy will lead to tangible, measurable We want to move easily between our homes, improvements in our transport system that are work, education, recreation, sporting, planned, implemented and informed according entertainment, shopping, medical and other to the community’s needs. service locations. Planning to get transport right is a complex This Transport Strategy seeks to make sure that task. It requires an integrated approach that Hobart continues to be one of Australia’s most recognises the individual roles played by the liveable cities. It aims to ensure residents and various systems that contribute to the problem, visitors are provided with as many sustainable and the ways they interact. Any system we transport options as possible and the develop must allow for significant change. information to make an informed decision about Accommodation, education and employment the best way to make a particular journey. opportunities are rapidly developing within and close to the city centre. In developing this Transport Strategy for the City of Hobart, we had many conversations with When we identify the the people who live, work and spend time here. You said you wanted less traffic congestion, disconnect between the more public transport options and better active community’s aspirations for travel infrastructure. You want to walk in the a better Hobart and the way fresh air. You want an environmentally friendly, less polluting and sustainable transport system our land use and transport to be a high priority. You want better travel systems have been allowed to information with more reliable travel times. Improving access opportunities for the growing reach this pressure point we number in our community using wheelchairs, can see the urgent need for mobility scooters and other devices also needs better planning, and invest to be an important consideration. more to achieve the liveable, sustainable city people want.

29 These words are from the Community’ Panel’s message – from the City of Hobart’s Vision Project

36 City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT 37 The strategy is presented in nine key themes, There are also links to the City of Hobart’s Local each intended to support the various Retail Precinct program, which seeks to improve approaches that will be required in order to the public realm in our suburban activity change and improve the current situation. Some areas to ensure local provision of goods and actions can be undertaken and funded by the services, strengthening opportunities for strong City of Hobart. Others will need the support and community life beyond the city centre. There is collaboration of surrounding local government also a focus on accessibility, walking and cycling areas, the State Government and the Australian improvements at local facilities and schools, and Government. The Tasmanian State Government a recognition that streets are for people. and the Australian Government need to invest in public and active travel services and solutions By looking to introduce for Greater Hobart in order to deliver this further network management strategy. approaches, we can operate When governments and communities work together, with a common vision, great things the network to better reflect can be achieved. the needs of our community, The City of Hobart wants to strengthen and optimise the movement of build upon earlier strategic work which is now supported by Infrastructure Tasmania’s Hobart people, and deliver better Transport Vision. Its stated aims are that public value from the assets we transport options are supported much more by already have. the Tasmanian and Australian Governments, and By continuing to research, adopt Smart Cities that those options extend to real improvements thinking 30, consider and implement planning to buses, ferries and the future light rail travel. controls along with working with developers By continuing to lobby for, and partner with, and the community, we can ensure proposals for the Tasmanian Government to implement the future development have, as a paramount focus, Hobart Transport Vision we can increase real any transport needs and impacts on the future transport choices on public transport for people transport arrangements for the City of Hobart. who live outside the City of Hobart. Some of the focus themes are related to By providing for active travel individual transport modes. It is important to modes in the City of Hobart recognise that these are inter-related and in reality we are a multi-modal city. Individuals we can support the trend of might drive a vehicle to a parking space and individuals walking, cycling walk the rest of the journey to work. They might or taking a bus to work. Every walk to a local shop to have coffee with a friend before catching a bus into the city for the day’s one of these trips is one less activities. They might ride a bicycle to school, car on our roads. work or an appointment and then walk around the city undertaking errands at lunchtime. This strategy builds on the work the City of Hobart has already completed to improve the Tasmania is continuing to grow and prosper conditions for pedestrians around the Hobart and we need to respond to the increasing waterfront and the city centre, so that journeys attractiveness of Hobart as a place to live, are predominantly undertaken on footpaths. work and visit. The City of Hobart is therefore responding with carefully considered strategies. This is our Transport Strategy.

30 A ‘Smart City’ is one which uses technology to intelligently prepare for the changing needs of the community, the environment and the economy. Digital and communications technology is integrated with urban infrastructure to collect information across all aspects of city management from parking spaces to street lighting. Smart City innovations have the potential to optimise city assets, enhance sustainability and provide improved social outcomes to the community.

38 City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT 39 STRATEGIC FOCUS THEMES

Theme 1 - We make our decisions based on evidence and current key data

POSITION STATEMENT CONTEXT Important decisions that shape our future, guide Some of this data will need to be supplied policy and develop projects should be based by other organisations, such as surrounding We will collect data that Australian cities are growing. The 21st century has seen huge technological change on evidence and data. But which pieces of local councils, the Tasmanian Government, the assists decision making, tracks and advances. We can gather, visualise evidence and data should we consider and how Australian Government, the Australian Bureau changes and measures our and distribute data about the function and should we act on that evidence and data? At of Statistics (ABS), Metro Tasmania and the performance of our activities in ways, and with times evidence appears to contradict prevailing Australian/Tasmanian Automobile Association. progress. technology, that was unimaginable even 20 social attitudes and values. For example, Other data will be collected by the City of years ago. evidence shows us that road users have a better Hobart and will relate to actions, programs and chance of surviving crashes at lower speeds, physical works planned and completed. Improved transport-related data will help us to and yet there is often resistance to lowering make better-informed decisions and explain speed limits in urban areas. to our community what is happening on the transport network and in our settlement. Traffic Similarly, data and evidence indicate that and transport data can help us understand how, supporting active travel modes leads to why and when our transport networks are being improved personal and public health, a more used. By using data to inform decisions about liveable city and reduced traffic congestion, which types of transport have priority on which and yet there is often resistance to supporting routes, the transport network can work better obvious walking, cycling and public transport for everyone. projects to improve individuals’ transport choices in greater Hobart. The City of Hobart is collaborating with the Tasmanian Government to broaden Ultimately decision makers balance data, our organisational understanding, so that evidence, community desires, social norms, infrastructure funding, land use and transport interest and advocacy groups, available funds planning can manage ‘hot spots’ – maximising and the need for change. When we gather efficiency and ease of movement across the and present appropriate data and evidence to transport network. Intelligent transport systems support policy and action, communities have (ITS) 31 have proven to be, and will increasingly indicated they can support change even though become, valuable tools to assist short and the evidence may run counter to their personal long-term strategic management of transport experiences. The City of Hobart will identify, systems. For example, real-time traffic and collect and report on a set of key indicators public transport arrival information can be used supported by relevant transport and other to supply a mobile app with the data to help a related data which relates to Hobart’s liveability, person select the best transport option for any sustainability and the City of Hobart’s Vision given trip. during the life of this strategy.

31 https://infrastructure.gov.au/transport/land-transport- technology/national-policy-framework-Land-transport- technology.aspx

40 City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT 41 OUR STRATEGY ACTIONS Action 1.5 – Introduce an improved online Theme 1 – We make our decisions based on reporting tool for managing customer requests evidence and current key data and notifications of required repairs for City of Hobart infrastructure. We will collect data that assists decision making, tracks changes and measures our progress. Action 1.6 – Develop, set targets and define key outcome performance indicators for the City The following actions are proposed: of Hobart to achieve over the life of this strategy Action 1.1 – In conjunction with key based on the agreed data sets. stakeholders, we will identify any information • This action would be completed in gaps and develop a set of key indicators and conjunction with the first publication of data sets, for which consistent and reliable indicators and data sets. data is available for analysis and reporting. These data and indicators will allow us to have • It’s important to note that developing meaningful conversations about how we are meaningful performance monitoring progressing and what actions we might need to indicators is a result of this work, not the take. starting point. Action 1.2 – Publish the key indicators and data Action 1.7 – Adopt ‘Smart Cities’ thinking, and sets biennially, with an additional publication research opportunities to provide innovative following the ABS Census every five years. and technologically advanced ways to collect Include with this publication a section reviewing and analyse transport data, where appropriate. and outlining progress towards implementing Some data sets and their collection may require the Transport Strategy actions. Use this new digital acquisition devices, for example the communication opportunity to recommend collection of pedestrian movement data. Such updating of actions, where appropriate, in light new equipment and data acquisition will be in of changing technology, land use or transport line with the Smart City Strategy (currently under system changes. development). Action 1.3 – Establish a web-based portal for warehousing relevant information, data and indicators. Action 1.4 – Actively encourage the use of open data sets by third parties for research. The intention is to assist third-party research, commentary and app development.

42 City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT 43 Theme 2 - Transport and land use planning are integrated to deliver the best economic, social and environmental outcomes into the future

POSITION STATEMENT CONTEXT walking, cycling and public transport options Figure 7 indicates the range of travel mode and avoids car dependency. Increasing options available when land use and activities The way we use land influences A more sustainable transport outcome can be achieved by integrating land use planning and density of residential and compatible non- are clustered together, and appropriate facilities our need to move. We will transport planning. There are policies to support residential land use supports better transport and services are provided. Individuals who live strive to create an improved the integration of transport and land use infrastructure, as long as changing density and close to the city can choose one of many travel planning at a national, state and local level. This land use supports the positive evolution of modes for daily journeys. However residents of residential, business, means that there is greater recognition of the neighbourhood character. the more distant settlements such as Kingston institutional and education land relationship between general spatial and land Land use planning needs to reserve land for may access variety of travel mode options within use mix in Hobart. use patterns, transport volumes and supporting diverse land uses. A diverse land use mix their local area, but may be more restricted in transport infrastructure. These policies are brings people closer to their daily destinations, their choice of travel mode options for a journey used to guide public and private investment in reducing travel distances and supporting to Hobart. Even then, when a resident of specific projects. In Tasmania, there are three people to make active travel choices every day. Kingston gets close to the city, walking, cycling and public transport may again all be options – regional land-use strategies declared under In addition to developing the Hobart therefore improved walking and cycling facilities the Land Use Planning and Approvals Act 1993 city centre for people, the City of Hobart 32 in the city will still benefit individuals journeying (LUPAA). recognises the importance of supporting to the city from surrounding council areas. This City of Hobart Transport Strategy existing neighbourhood shopping precincts, recognises the Southern Regional Land and ensuring their attractiveness and viability. Use Strategy 2010–2035 as the key guiding In Sandy Bay, the Hobart waterfront and document in this space, in particular the Lenah Valley, streetscape and public realm regional policies in Section 13 of the document improvement projects have supported the (Land Use and Transport Integration (LUTI) visitation of these areas by active travel modes, – LUTI 1.1 through LUTI 1.12). It is noted, boosting the confidence of local traders to however, that this document is due for review as continue to provide goods and services in local it is largely based on data that is over 10 years areas. The Local Retail Precincts program will old. continue in future years. Areas well-served by travel infrastructure The ‘tale of two cities’ will continue to play out provide a greater capacity for people to live in the future transport arrangements for Hobart. and socialise, to access goods and services, While the opportunity for people living close and accordingly will prompt the growth of to the city centre to use active travel modes local employment. The LUTI policies and will assist in reducing the number of motor strategic direction for greater Hobart encourage vehicles on the network, fewer travel choices density along corridors that provide, or have are available for the greater Hobart local the capability to provide, active travel for government areas of Brighton, Derwent Valley, individuals. This maximises opportunities for Kingborough and Sorell. These areas will need better public transport and local settlement strategies to provide improved transport choice, 32 http://www.planning.tas.gov.au/how_planning_works/ tasmanian_planning_system/regional_land_use_strategies along with local employment and education opportunities.

44 City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT 45 Figure 7: Stylised travel mode options for various activities Source: City of Hobart

Over many years the City of Hobart has worked with the University of Tasmania in collaborative FOOD PLAY research projects in the pursuit of ‘How do we shape the city?’ to make it a better place to live, SHOP SCHOOL work and play. This research takes into account rapid local, national and global changes which HOME impact our day-to-day lives in Hobart. The world is changing and we need to continually look

NEW TOWN ahead to understand the future challenges and opportunities in our growing city. A program of research, in partnership with the University of Tasmania, will therefore be important to PLAY continue. Buildings designed to relate to the street SCHOOL help to increase the safety, vibrancy and attractiveness of the street environment, HOME and can strongly influence whether people FOOD walk, cycle, use public transport or drive. SHOP Appropriately-scaled buildings maintain visual WORK SCHOOL interest and a sense of life for people on foot or

NORTH HOBART FOOD bike who are travelling at relatively slow speeds. Active frontages with many windows and doors SHOP create ‘eyes on the street’, increasing feelings of personal security.33

HOME

PLAY SCHOOL KINGSTON FOOD SHOP

33 (Adapted from Vancouver Transportation 2040 p. 18)

46 City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT 47 OUR STRATEGY ACTIONS Action 2.3 – In relation to the western shore rail Action 2.9 – At the Macquarie Point Action 2.14 – Encourage major trip-generating Theme 2 – Transport and land use planning is corridor, continue to collaborate with the City of Development area, ensure that public transport land uses (such as sporting and entertainment integrated to deliver the best economic, social Glenorchy and other stakeholders to develop a facilities and associated cycleway and public facilities, supermarkets and the like) to be and environmental outcomes into the future thorough understanding of: transport corridors are provided for in future located where they will enhance the operation planning for the development of Macquarie of freight road corridors and principal public The way we use land influences our need to • the wider opportunities and implications of Point. transport corridors and routes, with specific move. We will strive to create an improved implementing an urban transit solution in actions to ensure: residential, business, institutional and education the corridor Action 2.10 – Continue the planning work land use mix in Hobart. • the work required to implement an urban associated with the City to Cove project • the western shore rail corridor is retained undertaken by the City of Hobart in 2017, to and protected for the provision of future The following actions are proposed: mass passenger transport solution in the corridor. understand and plan for the pedestrian and transport services Action 2.1 – Continue to recognise, promote bicycle linkage implications of the proposed • sites are identified and reserved for River and implement the Southern Regional Land Action 2.4 – Review the planning scheme eastern shore ferry link. Derwent ferry services and land-based Use Strategy 2010–2035 and advocate for the standards for maximum and minimum parking Action 2.11 – Continue to work with the access to those sites. State Government to provide the resources provision in the central area of Hobart. University of Tasmania to integrate and provide to undertake a comprehensive review of the Action 2.5 – Identify appropriate locations in sustainable transport solutions for current and strategy. central Hobart for new parking stations and planned UTAS facilities in Hobart. Action 2.2 – Research, in fine detail, the control the location and size of new parking Action 2.12 – Continue to develop and available development sites in Hobart to better stations through the planning scheme. implement a research work program with the understand where higher density housing may Action 2.6 – Review the adequacy of the University of Tasmania to inform future planning, be most suitable. The aim of such research is to: planning scheme provisions in relation to end land use and transport directions for greater • understand the implications of higher of use facilities (showers, changing and storage) Hobart. density living in developments for active travel users and Action 2.13 – Continue to advocate for employee/resident exercise pursuits. • further develop such work to ensure a mix the provision of active travel infrastructure of land uses are incorporated into key sites Action 2.7 – Plan for a second round of local associated with urban extensions to the when they are redeveloped as appropriate retail precinct upgrades, to follow on at the metropolitan area and surrounding southern completion of the current projects in 2022. • inform and plan for walking and bicycle region and where major road works are networks in the central city area, and further Action 2.8 – Commence, in partnership with the proposed (for example, replacement of the public open space acquisition for social Department of State Growth and other relevant Bridgewater Bridge). infrastructure to support and integrate with stakeholders, a planning project to consider these walking and bicycle networks. how bus, light rail and ferry public transport services will integrate in a city interchange. This would be in light of Infrastructure Tasmania’s Hobart Transport Vision and its support for improved public transport options to service greater Hobart.

48 City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT 49 Theme 3 - Recognising walking as the most fundamental mode of transport

POSITION STATEMENT CONTEXT The need to travel on footpaths is not limited Good quality urban streetscapes encourage by age or mobility. The very young, the elderly more pedestrians. This extends to the quality Pedestrian accessibility and Data available from the Australian Bureau of Statistics’ Journey to Work shows that Hobart and those with disabilities also have needs of the public realm and the appearance and walkability is central to future has a very high number of people walking to which often come with specific challenges. scale of buildings in relation to the footpaths, city transport, improvement and work each day. As a percentage, Hobart has the Mobility devices such as wheelchairs and the presence of street trees, seating and other highest number of people walking to work of electric powered scooters have seen significant furniture that supports walking, as well as the management decisions. any Australian city. Most city workers and visitors technical advances in the past decade and type of land use activity. walk between their workplace, their shopping or can be affordable transport options for a Within Hobart, there are three key contexts for service location and other destinations. growing number of people in the community. walking as a mode of transport, which give rise People who rely on mobility devices to access Anecdotally, the people of Hobart walk: whether to potentially different strategic responses: services and employment need quality footpath it be for visiting neighbours, walking the dog, • There are those people who walk to work, infrastructure, accessible car parking and public enjoying parks, gardens and bushland areas, or which is usually a journey from the inner transport access. simply for recreation and health. suburbs into the city centre, whether from Increased walking also has a positive effect Walking is an important mode for trips of one a home address or a city fringe commuter on the retail sector. Research indicates that kilometre or less, although the average trip parking space. walkable environments increase opportunities distance for walking across greater Hobart is • Within the city environment itself (city for unplanned spending by allowing shoppers generally longer. 34 In Hobart, the average trip centre, waterfront and surrounds) walking is to directly interact with retail activities, instead distance is 1.7 km. Walking starts and finishes an important mode of transport for workers, of ‘drive through’ shoppers stopping to pick up most trips made by other modes and is an shoppers and visitors. one item on the way to another destination. 35 essential part of an effective public transport Walking also increases the potential for face- • Within local areas, where residents walk to system. Passengers walk to and from bus stops to-face interactions that are fundamental to a local shops, schools and services for their and make connections between services. knowledge-based economy. 36 daily needs or to visit parks and friends. Where people are not close to their destination, integrating walking and public transport can be Whether a person is able to walk, or wishes to part of the solution. walk, to their destination is heavily dependent upon the distance between their home and the destination, the perceived safety and quality of the pedestrian infrastructure and public spaces, the time it takes, and their desire to exercise, save money and similar factors.

35 Litman, T.A. Economic Value of Walkability, Victorian Transport Policy Institute, 2014. 34 Department of Infrastructure, Energy and Resources, Greater 36 The Knowledge Based Economy, Presentation, OECD, 1999. Hobart Household Travel Survey, Tasmania, 2010. www.oecd.org/sti/sci-tech/1913021.pdf

50 City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT 51 Despite walking being the most fundamental Additionally the City of Hobart has pursued form of moving around, traditional twentieth non-infrastructure improvements such as century transport planning has treated walking reduced speed limits across the city. Such trips as incidental to road traffic, with very little actions have a demonstrable effect on reducing consideration of the quality and accessibility of crashes, and improving the chances of surviving urban environments for walkers. Today there crashes that do occur. is more emphasis on built environments being Over the last 10 years the City of Hobart has inviting to pedestrians. Key factors in ensuring been implementing large and small projects the walkability of an area include: to significantly improve key public spaces • integration with the land use planning and connections in areas of obvious need of system – a walkable neighbourhood is one improvement. For example, improvements to where residents are within proximity of lots the Hobart waterfront have doubled footpath of destinations and where there are diverse widths and introduced high quality seating, walking routes street trees and pause points to support • the quality of footpaths and walkways, walking. Raised threshold crossings have now ensuring that widths are appropriate for been installed in various areas, providing the likely capacity and use, surfaces are superior pedestrian crossing conditions. Other comfortable with minimal trip hazards, emerging pedestrian-first treatments such there are sufficient opportunities to rest and as pedestrian crossings and kerb free shared pause, and get sun and wind protection spaces, are being trialled around the city. A renewed effort to recognise the important role • personal security – safety considerations laneways play in our city and suburban areas include dangers from road traffic, providing commenced in 2016. All 101 laneways have adequate path lighting and removing now been audited and works are programmed fear of passing through areas where anti- for new laneway signage. social behaviour may occur. Vibrant public The City of Hobart has over 450 km of sealed places create ‘eyes on the street’ or passive footpaths and over 200 km of walking tracks surveillance which can be a key factor in and fire trails. In comparison the City of Hobart creating a feeling of personal security road network is approximately 310 km in length • the provision of mapping, wayfinding and with about 890 road junctions. encouragement programs. A walking plan will ensure that the next wave The City of Hobart has been providing for of improvements to our pedestrian and walking pedestrian movement by improving and network are implemented. A recent pilot project extending footpaths, road crossing points, audited the Elizabeth Street/New Town Road local area traffic calming schemes and park and corridor and provided walkability analysis. This reserve tracks. pilot project established a methodology for the City of Hobart to develop a targeted walking plan and associated work program.

Figure 8: Walkability in Hobart – background report using Elizabeth Street and New Town Road for methodology proof of concept (2018) | Source: City of Hobart

52 City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT 53 OUR STRATEGY ACTIONS Action 3.3 – Develop a detailed walking plan Action 3.4 – Develop an urban design Theme 3 – Recognising walking as the most for Hobart that explains the contribution that streetscape manual to guide a consistent fundamental mode of transport walking makes to the operation of the city and approach to furnishing our streets with quality, to encourage an increase in the number of trips durable paving materials and public street Pedestrian accessibility and walkability is central taken by walking. The plan will: furniture (for example seats and benches) that to future city transport, improvement and supports walkability. management decisions. • identify the range of strategic actions to prioritise efforts to improve the walking Action 3.5 – Develop new guidelines, policy The following actions are proposed: network and schedules of fees and charges for the use Action 3.1 – Develop a user hierarchy (in • recognise access requirements for people of and occupation of footpaths within Hobart by conjunction with Theme 8 – Managing our traffic all abilities developers when undertaking construction and movement network) which will reinforce the activities. importance of walking and pedestrian access • focus our effort and resources on the Action 3.6 – Work with other councils, the Road in most situations including the city centre, identification of key pedestrian routes Safety Advisory Council and the Tasmanian waterfront and suburban neighbourhoods. • provide direction for capital works and Transport Commissioner to develop trials, Action 3.2 – Focus on destination walking. street management such as vehicle speed, guidelines and installation advice notes for Destination walking includes walking in part pedestrian priority access and safety new and emerging road and traffic devices and or whole for the journey to work, to shops, measures markings to support pedestrians. For example, to schools and other community facilities. It • focus works on the creation of attractive pedestrian crossings, pedestrian countdown includes: walking environments through the quality timers at traffic signals and sharrows (bicycle) • the walk to work, which is usually a journey of footpaths relative to the adjoining built symbols on roads. This will draw on the most from the inner suburbs into the city centre, environment land use and pedestrian recent Austroads’ best practice guides for whether from a home address or a city density pedestrian infrastructure, Australian Road fringe commuter parking space • review the relevant planning scheme Research Board research and advice from • the walk to school provisions to ensure the achievement of the pedestrian organisations. Action 3.7 • workers, shoppers and visitors walking high-quality environment desired by the city – Continue to improve access for people with disabilities across our entire around the city centre, waterfront and • provide detail on an active routes to school footpath network, based on the Disability surrounds program Discrimination Act 1992 (DDA) and with • residents walking to local areas for shops • outline programs to promote and reference to current programs overseen by the and services for their daily needs or to visit encourage behaviour change City of Hobart Access Advisory Committee. parks or friends. • use the audit and analysis work and reporting undertaken in 2018 on the Elizabeth Street/New Town Road corridor to guide the plan analysis and prioritisation • provide input into future budgets and the City of Hobart’s Long Term Financial Management Plan.

54 City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT 55 Theme 4 - Supporting more people to ride bicycles

POSITION STATEMENT CONTEXT In Tasmania, provision of cycling infrastructure Infrastructure for cycling should not be confined has traditionally been by local government. to a focus on the city centre; design for safe Bicycle riding has the Leading cities across the world recognise the value of providing for and encouraging Over the past seven years, the City of cycling should be part of the assessment for all potential to transform the cycling, as part of a range of transport options Hobart has advanced towards greater works that affect travel, including roads, streets City of Hobart’s transport task for people. Although still car dominant, integration of recreational and commuter and paths. The design of dedicated road and Australian cities are beginning to follow. Cycling cycling infrastructure, in accordance with our street infrastructure must recognise that the by providing for short and is particularly important in cities which aim Sustainable Transport Strategy and our Principal emphasis on cycling for commuting is direct medium distance trips. The to intensify land use activity and residential Bicycle Network Plan, as well as the Hobart routes and reduced delays in the journey, in 37 City of Hobart will develop a density around the city centre (refer to Theme Regional Arterial Bicycle Network Plan and contrast to cycling for recreation. 2). Cycling is a key measure of liveability and the State Government’s Walking and Cycling for Integrating cycling with other transport within a 38 strong network of safe paths health promotion. Cycling contributes to Active Transport Strategy . trip has appeal to many people, such as driving and streets where people environmental sustainability, social inclusiveness Census data from the ABS shows a general or public transport for part of the journey. regardless of age or ability can and economic activity. Enhancing the bicycle trend towards increased cycling participation Improved battery technology in the past 10 riding experience is part of a focus on active rates near cycling facilities. The Intercity years has seen the number of electric bike comfortably cycle. travel: walking, cycling and public transport. Cycleway, the Hobart Rivulet track, the Sandy models available for sale increase substantially. Bicycles are a vehicle legally entitled to use Bay Road cycleway, and the Argyle Street and The power-assisted nature of such bicycles roads and footpaths within Tasmania, except Campbell Street cycling facilities currently allows riders of all abilities to ride in undulating where they are locally prohibited. Increased provide for around 1500 bicycle trips on any or hilly areas, typical of many parts of Hobart. given weekday. use of cycling as a mode of transport, like Cycling is a measure of liveability and health walking, not only assists in relieving traffic Feeling safe is a significant determinant for promotion. Cycling contributes to environmental congestion but creates a more sustainable potential cyclists. People are more likely to sustainability, social inclusiveness and economic and inclusive city and contributes to economic choose cycling for transport when routes are activity. Enhancing the bicycle riding experience activity and health benefits. more readily accessible with bicycle lanes, is part of a focus on active travel. linkages within routes and end-of-trip facilities such as bicycle parking, change facilities and space to store clothing and equipment.

37 Cycling South 2009 www.cyclingsouth.org/index.php/ component/k2/item/86-bike_plan 38 https://www.stategrowth.tas.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_ file/0004/88780/Tasmanian_walking_and_cycling_for_active_ transport_strategy.PDF

56 City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT 57 Since adopting the Hobart Principal Bicycle End-of-trip facilities are a further consideration. Network Plan in 2008 the City of Hobart Such facilities include bicycle parking, changing has been incrementally developing cycling facilities and space to store clothing and infrastructure on three key corridors – to the equipment. Lack of a place to securely store north, the west and the south of the city and bicycles while at work, shopping or similar, can around the waterfront. Map 4 shows the be a deterrent to choosing cycling for a trip. progress to date in implementing this plan. Bicycle storage also needs to be appropriately These pieces can now be joined to create a located to avoid cluttering footpaths, which core network. The City of Hobart is currently impacts pedestrians. constructing two major bridges with provision Beyond these physical elements, one of the for walking and cycling, to link the Queens biggest influences on cycling as a mode of Domain area to the city and the Cenotaph. In transport is the culture of cycling and attitude 2017 the City of Hobart reaffirmed a positive of other road users. To create a positive bicycle cycling provisioning policy. culture, cycling needs to be convenient, easy The connectivity of the cycling network is also to do, enjoyable, and a cultural norm that is critical. Gaps in the cycling network deter embraced by the wider community. cyclists because they can either impose lengthy detours or generate safety concerns and uncertainty. Improved conditions for cycling on road can be achieved through separate cycle lanes and making traffic speeds compatible with average cycling speeds. Where possible, off road and fully separated facilities create the best environment for cycling for all users. On some streets it will be appropriate to provide on-road cycle lanes, while on others, such as Morrison Street on the Hobart waterfront, it makes sense to create off-road shared facilities for less confident cyclists. Faster cyclists may continue to use roads in lower speed environments. In order to make use of more lightly trafficked routes, or quiet back streets, wayfinding can Map 4: Bicycle Facility development in Hobart 2008–2018 | Source: City of Hobart assist in indicating preferred routes.

58 City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT 59 OUR STRATEGY ACTIONS Action 4.3 – Develop a detailed bicycle plan • review planning scheme provisions to Theme 4 – Supporting more people to that expands the contribution that cycling ensure the achievement of the high-quality ride bicycles makes to the operation of the city and environment desired for the city, including encourages an increase in the number of trips end-of-trip facilities in buildings and city Bicycle riding has the potential to transform the taken by bicycle. The plan will: streets City of Hobart’s transport task by providing for short and medium distance trips. The City of • identify the range of strategic actions to • provide detail on an active routes to school Hobart will develop a strong network of safe prioritise efforts to improve the cycling program network paths and streets where people regardless of • consider access to and around retail age or ability can comfortably cycle. • focus our effort and resources on the precincts and neighbourhood activity The following actions are proposed: completion of key cycling routes, centres completing and connecting the network Action 4.1 – Develop a user hierarchy (Theme 8 • outline programs to promote and already established – Managing our traffic and movement network) encourage behaviour change • develop a network of neighbourhood to reinforce the need for cycling access and • use the pre-planning and scoping work routes, where appropriate on quiet back provision in our city centre and suburban undertaken by the City of Hobart Bicycle streets, supported with wayfinding neighbourhoods. Advisory Committee in 2018 to guide the Action 4.2 – Complete and connect the initial • recognise the importance of also providing development of the new plan city wide bicycle network established in the past for recreational, sporting and beginner • provide input into future budgets and 10 years, with implementation priorities based (learner) cyclist facilities to strengthen the City of Hobart’s Long Term Financial upon the new bicycle plan (Action 4.3). cycling culture and family enjoyment of Management Plan. cycling Action 4.4 – Building on the City of Hobart’s • provide direction for capital works and current driver training program for employees, street management such as vehicle speed, and in conjunction with key stakeholders, priority access and safety measures develop a driver training program for corporate fleet and business driving, highlighting needs of vulnerable road users. Stage 1 will initially be for City of Hobart employees, but future stages could be rolled out for others to use.

60 City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT 61 Theme 5 - Increase participation in great public transport and reduce city congestion

POSITION STATEMENT CONTEXT In January 2018, Infrastructure Tasmania Ferry terminals will need quality sheltered published the Hobart Transport Vision which waiting spaces along with bicycle storage Great cities around the globe In Hobart, most passenger transport journeys on buses take place in the morning or afternoon states that: facilities for those cycling to the ferry and then rely on public transport to peak hours, taking commuters to work, or … the vision provides a reliable and cost walking the final part. Ferries will also need to move people. We will advocate students to school or university. Private buses effective alternative transport system with a be designed for bicycles to be rolled on board – also provide an important link to regional areas. focus on prioritised rapid passenger transport as for those whose trip may require a ride at either strongly for real improvements While buses are the dominant form of public a competitive alternative to private car travel.39 end. In this way the group of potential travellers can be greatly enlarged from those who are and additional funding to be transport in Tasmania, the public transport task The Tasmanian Government vision explicitly walking. provided by the State and also includes taxis, carpooling and car sharing, supports the reinvigoration of public transport community transport services, bicycle sharing and investment in rapid passenger transport. The western shore rail corridor will require Federal governments to increase schemes, park and ride facilities, privately This vision is graphically shown in Figure 9. further planning and land use rezoning along its length. A considered plan will need to include frequency, improve connectivity operated ferries and, more recently, Uber. The City of Hobart supports the Infrastructure a centrally located interchange in the city There has been significant discussion over the Tasmania Vision, which reflects the Southern and support new modes for centre to enable public transport vehicles on past few years about the western shore public Tasmanian Councils Association (STCA), 2010 all corridors to interconnect. This extends to an crossing the River Derwent and transport corridor, light rail and a large-scale Southern Tasmanian Transport Plan – A fair go interoperable ticketing system for all public and travelling around the greater ferry service. for our Public Transport and the City of Hobart’s private services. Public transport usage rates have fallen in 2009 Sustainable Transport Strategy. Hobart area. The Infrastructure Tasmania Hobart Transport Hobart over many years, with road development By improving public transport frequency, travel Vision will require funding and commitment for major highways through the 1970s and time and quality on the key corridors, greater from political parties and stakeholders. It 80s prioritising access for motor vehicles. Hobart can begin to provide more people with remains to be seen if funding for the Vision will Correspondingly, funding for public transport real alternatives to driving. in Tasmania has been kept at minimal levels be provided through Infrastructure Australia and Supporting infrastructure will also be required. since the closure of Hobart suburban passenger the Australian Government in partnership with Passengers will need high quality sheltered railway services in 1974 and the progressive the Tasmanian State Government. waiting facilities, both in the City Interchange selling off of the Hobart railway station, and at bus stops in local areas, mobile device surrounding railyards and the Metropolitan apps to provide real-time service information, Transport Trust’s Hobart tram and bus depot in and on journeys from outlying council areas, the 1980s. park and ride facilities with covered waiting facilities.

39 https://www.stategrowth.tas.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_ file/0011/166079/Hobart_Transport_Vision_small_20180117. pdf (pg. 6)

62 City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT 63 Figure 9: Hobart Transport Vision | Source: Infrastructure Tasmania, Department of State Growth 2018.

64 City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT 65 OUR STRATEGY ACTIONS Action 5.4 – Work with other councils to Theme 5 – Increase participation in great public advocate for Tasmanian Government funding to transport and reduce city congestion support bus infrastructure such as bus shelters and real-time passenger information systems. Great cities around the globe rely on public transport to move people. We will advocate Action 5.5 – Continue to work closely with strongly for real improvements and additional the Tasmanian Government and community funding to be provided by the State and transport providers, taxi companies and Federal governments to increase frequency, Uber operators to ensure the support of their improve connectivity and support new modes community service functions. for crossing the River Derwent and travelling Action 5.6 – Actively partner with the University around the greater Hobart area. of Tasmania to establish a demonstration bicycle The following actions are proposed: share and car share program at a major UTAS accommodation site. Action 5.1 – As the key stakeholder, the City of Hobart will continue to advocate support for Action 5.7 – Explore opportunities for park and the Hobart Transport Vision, as presented by ride facilities in Hobart, where the ‘last mile’ ride Infrastructure Tasmania, to substantially improve can be provided by bus or bicycle services. the size, scale and reach of public transport in Action 5.8 – Work with the Department of State Hobart. This includes increased funding levels Growth and Metro Tasmania to identify future for initiatives that have been demonstrated to route options and opportunities to provide increase participation in public transport. regular public passenger transport services to Action 5.2 – Engage with Infrastructure the Hobart waterfront, including Salamanca and Tasmania, the Department of State Growth Macquarie Point. and Metro Tasmania to fully understand the Action 5.9 – Advocate for a seamless single implications of the Hobart Transport Vision and system for transport information, ticketing and public passenger transport in the Elizabeth payments. Investigation into the system must: Street midtown area and South Hobart. • include opportunities to integrate into the (This needs to be undertaken to inform the visitor information and booking services forthcoming local retail precinct upgrade provided through the City of Hobart’s projects in both areas.) Tasmanian Travel and Information Centre Action 5.3 – In conjunction with the • encourage all tourist operators in Hobart to Department of State Growth, Metro Tasmania use the system and private operators, plan for short, medium • explore the possibilities of a Hobart City and longer term improvements for passenger Card for tourists and visitors, which could transport facilities in the centre of Hobart, package up city attraction entrance fees, including bus, ferry and light rail facilities. activities provided by City of Hobart (such as swimming and sporting services), other discount opportunities and associated mobility and transport options.

66 City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT 67 Theme 6 - Smart parking for residents, visitors and businesses

POSITION STATEMENT CONTEXT • Parking is required for taxi services through designated taxi stands. Vehicles (including cars, trucks, Parking is a complex and highly contested part of how a city is managed. Parking a vehicle is • Parking space can be reutilised where other buses or bicycles) all require an integral part of using a vehicle. An excess transport modes may need priority and parking at some point. How and of parking, or parking that is not appropriately additional space to cater for movement priced, can contribute to individuals not demand, particularly in busy city areas where they are parked influences fully considering their trip choices. Cheap where footpath space for pedestrian the shape and function of the and limitless parking might be available and movement needs to be increased, or to city and our public realm. The appropriate in a country town, however a provide bus priority or bicycle facilities on City of Hobart is not ‘anti-car’ modern growing capital city can no longer selected corridors. support this. Parking supply, location and price The City of Hobart manages its parking supply. but recognises the negative will help to manage the transport system. This in turn assists with access to services and impacts of excessive car use Parking is a key component of a transport businesses. On street parking in the city centre strategy, as parking policy has a direct influence needs to cater for deliveries (loading zones), and the need for managing on travel choice. Irrespective of mode, parking accessible car parking, taxi zones, bus zones, parking impacts. Parking both on and off street is a land use issue that work zones for construction, and parking for pricing, location, access to has many facets: short visit purposes. parking provision and loading • Parking is required for delivering goods and The City of Hobart also operates several off services into loading zones and elsewhere, street parking areas for longer duration day time uses will require more intensive in addition to where delivery vehicles are visits to the city, for example the Argyle Street, management. Conversion of kept when idle. Centrepoint and Hobart Central car parks. some on street parking areas for • On street kerbside space is required where In addition, the City of Hobart also provides bus stops are located and buses need to be motorcycle parking and bicycle parking areas other transport modes and city parked between services and overnight. (both on and off street). functions will be required. • Parking is required for people with Additionally, private operators own and provide disabilities in locations that are convenient all-day commuter parking in both multistorey to shops and services. and ground level car parks. A substantial reservoir of parking also exists under, behind • Parking is required in residential and around nearly every building in the city, as neighbourhoods, particularly inner urban shown in Map 5. areas where properties may have limited off street parking, limited on street frontage and high competition for parking spaces. • Parking is required for bicycles and motorcycles. •

68 City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT 69 Outside of the city centre the City of Hobart In 2013 the City of Hobart adopted a Parking manages residential streets and, in certain Plan , which has largely been implemented. areas, operates residential parking schemes The City of Hobart is currently installing next to manage the impacts of all-day commuter generation parking sensor and payment systems parking. Commuter parking provides to extend the capacity of technology to provide alternatives to bringing vehicles into the city improved management tools for on street centre, thus reducing congestion and providing parking. Mobile device apps will allow cashless the health benefits of incidental exercise from payments and indicate where there is a higher using active travel modes for the remainder of probability of finding an available space. Usage the journey. For lower paid city workers, the data could alert inspectors to vehicles parking in savings in parking fees can be substantial, and clearways. assist in balancing a family budget. In 2013 the City of Hobart adopted a Parking Aspects of parking provision near the city Plan, which has largely been implemented. A centre, including parking location and length review of the parking plan (see Action 6.1) will of stay, impact on the city centre as well as need to consider the provision, pricing and local neighbourhoods. In this context the marketing of parking in Hobart. Documenting requirements for provision of parking by a philosophy around parking (in all its various development applications will be examined. forms) will need to consider the future role of Planning permits that require parking, as one the City of Hobart and its capacity to deliver of the first standards to be satisfied, too readily these outcomes into the future to support the determine the built form and add substantially objectives of this Transport Strategy. to building costs.

Map 5: Off street parking (north of the city centre) | Source: City of Hobart

70 City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT 71 OUR STRATEGY ACTIONS Off street parking Technology Action 6.6 – Continue with efforts to provide Smart parking for residents, visitors and • The plan will be informed by, and • The plan will build on the roll out of the new a balance between on street car parking and businesses complement, the central Hobart parking integrated parking system (management vibrant streets for people by using some parking spaces for dining, trading, pedestrian Vehicles (including cars, trucks, buses or bicycles) control instrument – to control the location and payment) to better manage and crossing facilities, and other city functions where all require parking at some point. How and and size of new parking stations – with the understand parking demand and appropriate. where they are parked influences the shape and intention to encourage parking provision on behaviours. • As part of this action, develop, implement function of the city and our public realm. The the fringe of the city business district rather • It will develop and promote technologies and monitor a ‘parklet’ program for the city City of Hobart is not ‘anti-car’ but recognises than within the centre. and mobile apps to identify the probability whereby groups of businesses, individuals the negative impacts of excessive car use and • It will continue to provide and expand the of available parking spaces. the need for managing parking impacts. Parking and organisations can apply to host a supply of bicycle and motorcycle parking. • It will explore the use of pricing signals to pricing, location, access parking provision small park in place of an on street parking • The plan will build on the trial of electric reduce peak hour traffic movements into and loading uses will require more intensive space. Parklets are public space, they are vehicle charging facilities in the Hobart and through the city centre. management. Conversion of some on street playful and welcoming and open to all, and Central car park, and incorporate an parking areas for other transport modes and city Action 6.2 – Advocate for parking stations at typically include seating, planting and/or e-vehicle charging set of actions to cater for functions will be required. suburban centres (adjoining municipalities) to bike parking. cars, bicycles and mobility scooters. encourage park and ride by public transport on The following actions are proposed: Action 6.7 – Investigate the issues and • When off street shopper parking demand principal bus routes. implications of introducing a city centre private Action 6.1 – Develop a new parking plan reduces during the winter months and ‘early Action 6.3 – Explore further opportunities car parking space levy and use (hypothecate) (including a philosophy around parking bird’ parking is made available, the plan will within Hobart (in appropriate areas outside this revenue to accelerate pedestrian provision, pricing and marketing) to guide set the load in and load out times to favour of the city centre) to provide pay for service, improvements in the central Hobart business the future use and management of the City of vehicle use outside of current road transport park and ride (a bus, a bike) or park and walk area. (This is similar to schemes operating in Hobart’s on street and off street parking supply, network peak periods. facilities. other parts of Australia. ) especially in light of the information becoming available through new parking technology Tourism Action 6.4 – Continue to assist other greater Action 6.8 – Use the planning schemes currently being installed in Hobart. This plan will • The plan will explore appropriate pricing Hobart councils with information on the benefits to continue to limit central city car parking address the following areas: arrangements to allow for overnight use of and issues associated with implementing on requirements on permit applications. (See the On street parking public car parks by vehicles (for example street paid parking. City of Hobart Planning Scheme E6.6.5 Central tourist hire cars). Such usage and pricing is Action 6.5 – Develop a policy for the allocation Business zone and qualified at E6.6.6 for the • It will provide direction and priority to to be timed so it does not produce tourist of public parking spaces for car-sharing schemes General and Local Business zones and Sullivans the allocation of kerbside areas for public vehicle use during peak hours and ensures such as those operating in other mainland Cove Planning Scheme.) transport use, loading zones, pedestrian car parks are available during the day for Australian cities, for example Flexicar and Action 6.9 – Work with our city planners to and other uses such as seating and on-street those people who need to access the city GoGet Car Share. discuss potential amendments to planning dining in the core central city area. for business, shopping and other services. schemes and zones relating to parking • The plan will continue to review and increase • The plan will consider how to manage provisions for new developments, with the aim the supply of car parking for people with tourist visitation with large vehicles such of aligning with this Transport Strategy, and disabilities in the central city area and in as caravans and camper vans. In the addressing issues including: locations where other services and facilities short to medium term, it will explore the • centralised public parking in city centre require such parking (for example near opportunities for day time parking using and suburban centres instead of providing medical services and in retail precincts). underutilised space in the Macquarie Point parking by individual commercial land • It will continue to investigate and expand area. owners paid parking areas in both high demand retail • the conversion of off street parking to precincts and commuter areas. residential or commercial land use as • It will continue to monitor existing and appropriate. implement new residential parking schemes to balance residential, visitor and commuter parking. • The plan will continue to provide and expand the supply of bicycle and motorcycle parking. 72 City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT 73 Theme 7 - Moving people and goods by land, sea and air

POSITION STATEMENT CONTEXT Greater numbers of visitors sharing our The last 30 years have seen dramatic changes in transport networks can have impacts on road the day-to-day operations of the Port of Hobart. The movements of people and The current Tasmanian economy relies on the movement of people and goods over land, safety and efficiency at busy times, especially in The Hobart waterfront precinct was once busy goods by road, rail, sea and air water and air. Tourists, food and beverages, and areas which attract large numbers of visitors and with ships exporting primary produce and bulk is critical to the Tasmanian and consumer goods are all moved daily by trucks, where conditions may be ‘uniquely local’ such commodities, but today the local community buses, ships, trains and planes. The operations as Tasmania’s east coast or west coast roads. mingles with visitors from cruise ships, scientists Hobart economy. of these aspects of the transport network are Consumer goods, including petrol and diesel, working on Antarctic research vessels, CSIRO owned and controlled by the Australian and are heavily reliant on Tasmania’s north–south and the Institute for Marine and Antarctic While much of the freight, port Tasmanian State governments along with corridor. From major distribution centres, for Studies (IMAS), members of the fishing fleet, and airport space is controlled privately owned and controlled transport example, at the Brighton Transport Hub, where and students from the University of Tasmania’s operators. the current rail connection from the northern School of Art. It is a busy hotel, restaurant and by State Government business night-life precinct and the site of festivals such The City of Hobart has a role in assisting the Tasmanian ports terminates, consumer goods as the Australian Wooden Boat Festival, Dark enterprises and private ‘last mile’ of transport. For example, for goods, move on a variety of regional and urban roads MOFO and the Festival of Voices. Additionally, operators, the City of Hobart this is often through the provision of local road to shopping centres and commercial outlets in it remains the site of perennial tourist favourites: networks and kerb space for loading zones. heavy and light commercial vehicles. has a role in the ‘last mile’ Salamanca Markets each Saturday, the annual For tourists and visitors, providing bus and taxi Many light commercial vehicles come into the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race and the Taste of movement of people and operators with kerb space is important. Also city centre, the Hobart waterfront, Salamanca Tasmania. goods. We will continue to important is the provision of good pedestrian Place, Sandy Bay and North Hobart to deliver To support the greater focus on visitor build relationships, collaborate connections, quality urban environments and goods and services that support these wayfinding. commercial activities. Efficiency in the last mile activities and events on the waterfront, the City of Hobart, the Tasmanian Government, with business and better Visitor numbers to Hobart are growing and this of freight movement is critical to the ongoing TasPorts and the private sector have invested is set to continue. The Tasmanian Government’s economic productivity of the city. Planning understand our role in assisting significantly in visitor infrastructure. The City T21 Strategy has set a target of increasing and providing for these freight movements is a these modes to improve their of Hobart has invested in improvements visitor numbers from 1 million to 1.5 million by function of the City of Hobart. to pedestrian access to the waterfront in sustainability and contribution 2020. The T21 Strategy includes priorities to partnership with other land managers in the increase investment in tourism infrastructure and to the Tasmanian economy. Hobart waterfront precinct. growing air and sea access capacity. While all regions reported higher visitation, occupancy and yields, a total of 66% of all visitor nights were spent in Hobart. Visitor spending creates significant economic activity, with over $2.2 billion spent by visitors to Tasmania reported in 2017.

74 City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT 75 OUR STRATEGY ACTIONS Action 7.4 – Continue to improve wayfinding and Theme 7 – Moving people and goods by land, directional signage to, from and within Hobart. sea and air Action 7.5 – Lobby the Australian Maritime Safety The movements of people and goods by road, Authority (AMSA) to regulate fuel use for ships rail, sea and air is critical to the Tasmanian and at berth in the Sullivans Cove area, in line with Hobart economy. current arrangements in Sydney Harbour to limit particulate matter and sulfur dioxide air pollution While much of the freight, port and airport (AMSA Marine notice 2016/2). space is controlled by State Government business enterprises and private operators, Action 7.6 – Review the City of Hobart’s vehicle The use of hydrocarbon fuels in transport the City of Hobart has a role in the ‘last mile’ fleet purchasing policy and continue to improve engines produces combustion emissions that movement of people and goods. We will the efficiency of and emissions from the corporate reduce air quality. These emissions, both fine continue to build relationships, collaborate vehicle fleet. Develop a plan to preference particulate matter (PM2.5) and sulfur dioxide with business and better understand our role corporate light vehicle replacements with either (for example) are linked to respiratory disease in assisting these modes to improve their electric or hybrid electric vehicles by 2025. and poor health outcomes, including premature sustainability and contribution to the Tasmanian Action 7.7 – Continue to consider emissions death. The emissions also contribute to climate economy. profiles and, for diesel vehicles, compliance with change. Many cities around the world are The following actions are proposed: Euro 6 or Euro 7, fuel usage specifications for all heavy plant and equipment fleet purchases, such as moving to limit vehicle emissions through Action 7.1 – Consult with key stakeholders and rubbish trucks and excavators. banning particular vehicle engine types and fuel undertake a review of loading zone availability sources. Cruise ships in many parts of the world and operation across the City of Hobart. Action 7.8 – Continue to provide access for high are restricted in the types and quality of fuel productivity vehicles and higher mass vehicles on Action 7.2 – Work with providers to ensure they can burn whilst in port to limit pollution specific parts of our road network in accordance appropriate kerb space is available to support impacts. with guidelines established by the National Heavy tourism-based public transport operations Vehicle Regulator. Although freight transported by air from in Hobart, with a particular focus on airport Tasmania is a small proportion of the state’s services and attraction visitation. total freight movements, there is capacity for Action 7.3 air freight growth in the agriculture sector. – Continue to work with TasPorts to Increased access to irrigation is providing improve pedestrian linkages around the Hobart opportunities for greater production of waterfront and into the city centre. boutique, perishable and high-value fresh food products which are well suited to air freight and are in high demand in China and other Asian markets. Now completed, the extension to the runway means that it is capable of handling larger aircraft with greater flight ranges than those previously serving the .

76 City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT 77 Theme 8 - Managing our traffic and movement network

POSITION STATEMENT CONTEXT The City of Hobart is committed to actively Travel demand management (TDM) and work managing our streets to improve their efficiency place travel plans, such as the one undertaken Population and economic Active management of our roads and local streets is ongoing and necessary as the need and safety for the greatest number of users. and being progressively implemented by growth and the resultant for travel and traveller numbers increase, and The Victorian Government’s SmartRoads the City of Hobart, are methods by which traffic congestion cannot be as community attitudes towards how we use concept is a road and street management individuals are assisted to find a travel option that space change. Active management seeks system that seeks to better manage competing that works for them generally using the Four Rs sustainably managed by simply to improve the efficiency of our road network in interests for limited road space by allocating, or framework. The Four Rs states that a journey providing road expansion recognition that the road network is largely fixed providing priority use of, the road to different may involve a ReMode (shifting from driving to in terms of width, numbers of intersections, transport modes at particular times of the day. public transport, or walking or cycling), a Retime projects. Managing and (shifting the journey outside of peak hour), a and other constraints on the free movement of The SmartRoads concept uses a road-use Reduce (avoiding a trip by working from home operating our network will need traffic, whether as pedestrians, on bicycles, in hierarchy set of principles to recognise that or video-conferencing), or a Reroute (finding an a ‘SmartRoads’ approach where buses or other motorised vehicles. the users of the road network, along with the alternative route to travel on). preference is provided to high Efficiency of travel must recognise the different place the road is in and the time of day are all needs of travellers and modes of travel. Needs important factors to consider in managing road Such TDM approaches can be particularly useful occupancy vehicles, especially vary over different times of the day, days of the space. in large workplaces where workforces can be more flexible, and for major events, where public transport, and active week, and locations of activities that create the For example bus and bicycle lanes are critical planning for and information to attendees is travel demand. during morning and afternoon peak commuter transport modes on selected critical to event success. (For example a major Hobart’s current traffic and movement network movements, however during the day, when sporting or cultural event.) corridors at selected times. is mostly road dependent. There are some businesses are operating and traffic flows are Travel demand management opportunities for the use of off-street paths lower, parking may be of greater importance. In the future, especially with the take up of will complement such a network for walking or riding. The network is limited ‘The SmartRoads concept is a more active electric vehicles, governments around the in terms of through streets, particularly main approach to allocating priority that separates, world will need to reassess the revenue base management approach. collector roads, and public transport is entirely where possible, many of the resultant conflicts they have for funding transport infrastructure, road based. There is little opportunity to change by route, place and time of day.’ as petroleum product excise duty and taxes, The City of Hobart, in the pattern of streets and roads without major which currently partially fund the road network, disruption and costs. will reduce. This emerging reality will require conjunction with other local the Australian Government to revisit one of Traffic congestion experienced on the Hobart governments, will continue the most significant transport management network is caused by multiple factors, including tools available, that of road user charging. Such to actively lobby the State construction work in the city centre and on systems, being trialled in other parts of the key arterial roads, increased demands on the Government to introduce world, use GPS locations and time of day use network during return to school and university, (and support with guidance of the road network by a vehicle to determine increased traffic from greater Hobart, increasing the price paid. In theory, such arrangements are notes) emerging traffic economic activity, road crashes which block commonplace in our society now: the best seats roadways and increased parking availability. management devices. in a theatre command the highest prices. The same is true for the AFL grand final. As such, in the future, road user charging, combined with

78 City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT 79 OUR STRATEGY ACTIONS Action 8.5 – In conjunction with Theme 1 (We Theme 8 – Managing our traffic and movement make our decisions based on evidence and network current key data), provide an online information portal to provide individuals with relevant Population and economic growth and apps to assist them to manage and plan their the resultant traffic congestion cannot be journeys and trips. For example ride sharing sustainably managed by simply providing road apps, such as Parachuute, a carpooling app for expansion projects. Managing and operating parents (https://www.parachuute.com/). our network will need a ‘SmartRoads’ approach where preference is provided to high occupancy Action 8.6 – Complete development of a future vehicles, especially public transport, and active road network plan as enabled by the Tasmanian transport modes on selected corridors at Planning Scheme code overlay maps. selected times. Travel demand management Action 8.7 – Review our current Roads Strategic will complement such a network management Asset Management Plan (SAMP), and update approach. to include more detail in relation to service The City of Hobart, in conjunction with other driven improvements, as well as addressing the local governments, will continue to actively physical condition of these assets. lobby the State Government to introduce (and Action 8.8 – Make our City of Hobart Road support with guidance notes) emerging traffic Infrastructure Asset Management Plan (AMP) management devices. publicly available to promote discussion relating congestion based charging, will provide the The City of Hobart has an ongoing program The following actions are proposed: to current and proposed levels of service best tool for managing our transport network for repairing, maintaining and renewing the associated with these transport assets. Action 8.1 – Develop a road user hierarchy and and provide individuals with clear price signals road and street assets of Hobart. This work is smart roads plan for Hobart (as supported by Action 8.9 – Develop ratings, and begin rating about the cost of different transport choices. done in accordance with Asset Management Action 3.1 and 4.1). and reporting on individual transport assets The City of Hobart is also responsible for Plans. These plans are developed based on including roads, footpaths and bicycle tracks Action 8.2 – Manage and upgrade our transport oversight of some aspects of the transport the available funding from rates and other for their three services (function, capacity network using a safe systems approach and network when subdivision takes place, in funding from the Tasmanian and Australian and quality) in addition to rating for physical with reference to the Australian Government’s accordance with the current planning scheme. governments. These plans dictate the extent condition. of certain works to ensure the maximum National Road Safety Strategy. For these future settlement areas, an indication Action 8.10 – In line with current City of Hobart life for any particular asset while staying Action 8.3 – In conjunction with planning of how future linkages between areas will work policy, continue to consider opportunities to within the maintenance budget. This is why, (as previously described for the walking is required. In conjunction with other land install and upgrade pedestrian and cycling for example, potholes will be patched and plan, Theme 3 and cycling plan, Theme 4), managers, the City of Hobart will continue to infrastructure along with street trees (where surfaces maintained before a full replacement is commence a process of progressively reviewing work on a road network plan to define how land possible) when undertaking road renewal works. zoned for development will be connected into undertaken. local area traffic management plans. Action 8.11 – Commence work in conjunction the transport network. Local area traffic management must also be • In light of current Council concerns, new with other councils, the Institute of Public Works considered in the broader metropolitan context. housing subdivisions and recent retail At the suburban level, the City of Hobart is Engineering Australasia (TAS) and the Local Not only do some roads perform both local and precinct upgrades, this process will initially responsible for local area traffic management. Government Association of Tasmania on a metropolitan functions, but the functioning of review traffic management in the Lenah The residential areas of Hobart contain the review of the current subdivision guidelines and state roads and local arterial roads can alter the Valley area. majority of the roads and streets owned and standard drawings. managed by the City of Hobart. management of local areas. There is a growing • This process will also consult and engage realisation that we need to rethink our design Action 8.12 – Commence work with other Local area traffic management focuses on with communities to determine a candidate philosophy from one that places cars and councils, the Tasmanian Road Safety Advisory traffic and movement problems and solutions suburb, or local area, to trial a UK-style parking first, to a more holistic approach where Council, the Tasmanian Transport Commissioner within the context of a local precinct or suburb, ‘home zone’ (or Dutch woonerf, living our local streets again become places where and other key stakeholders to develop trials, rather than individual streets. Contemporary street). Such a shared street zone with people are placed at the center of our transport guidelines and installation advice notes for local area traffic management adopts a holistic reduced speed limits promotes equal network management. new and emerging road and traffic devices and approach, ensuring that all transport modes priority to all modes of transportation and markings. For example, pedestrian crossings, are considered. It seeks to create positive pedestrian use of streets. pedestrian countdown timers at traffic signals impacts on traffic and connectivity through Action 8.4 – Consider wider area speed limit and sharrows (bicycle) symbols on roads. improvements to walking, cycling and public reductions to 40 km/hr in residential areas and transport routes, with recognition of the the central Hobart city commercial area, similar importance of streetscapes. to that currently operating in the Battery Point and Hobart waterfront area.

80 City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT 81 Theme 9 - Developing partnerships with our stakeholders

POSITION STATEMENT CONTEXT In an age where there is so much information available, our ability to provide comment We recognise that there The City of Hobart is one of the many stakeholders involved in the development and feedback on every topic and proposed are many stakeholders who and management of the transport system, change can often be daunting. The challenge collectively develop our city, its our infrastructure and the wider Tasmanian for organisations everywhere is to find economy. In order to improve our current balance between consulting about, and then economy and its infrastructure. settlement and transport arrangements we implementing, changes. In order to bring about change will need to seek deeper involvement and The City of Hobart has a strong record of and develop courage and engagement with: showing leadership when engaging with its • local communities community and stakeholders. The City of commitment we need to forge Hobart bases its community and stakeholder stronger joint understandings • key advocacy groups engagement in the IAP2 (International • the various divisions within the Association for Public Participation) set of about the choices before us and City of Hobart tools and practices. The development of the pathways towards the Vision. • the private sector and government this Transport Strategy, our Climate Change business enterprises Strategy, the new City of Hobart Vision and our To improve the health and retail precinct upgrade engagements with local • councils in the greater Hobart area and liveability of our city in a communities are just some recent examples of regional groups our engagement practices. collaborative way, the City • the Tasmanian Government We seek to engage widely with stakeholders of Hobart will continue to • the Australian Government to ensure we have heard the range of issues develop strong partnerships • the media. and problems we confront before proposing and defining solutions. This does not mean our and relationships with all levels This is perhaps the hardest area for any level of solutions will appeal to all, however many of of government, the private government. Tasmania is a complex society and our problems require us to make changes to many stakeholders have competing agendas. infrastructure, attitudes and behaviours. sector, advocacy groups and There are myths, fallacies and ‘no go zones’ local communities to realise the about any number of issues and behaviours which are often used to promote a particular implementation of our Vision perspective and limit our ability to get to the and this Transport Strategy. heart of a problem.

82 City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT 83 OUR STRATEGY ACTIONS Action 9.2 – Continue to work closely with Action 9.7 – Review corporate communications Theme 9 – Developing partnerships with our other regional local government bodies, and retail marketing activities to ensure stakeholders through political bodies such as the Southern information about travel choices is present in Tasmanian Councils Association and the Local brochures, pamphlets and advertising. We recognise that there are many stakeholders Government Association of Tasmanian, and who collectively develop our city, its economy Action 9.8 – Develop a communication and through officer level working groups such as and its infrastructure. In order to bring about marketing plan to promote the Transport the Southern Council Infrastructure Group to change and develop courage and commitment Strategy and its associated actions. advance understanding of regional problems we need to forge stronger joint understandings Action 9.9 – Work with major festival and event and appropriate solutions. about the choices before us and the pathways providers (including the City of Hobart) to towards the Vision. Action 9.3 – Working with established groups, develop event travel plans. in a range of areas, undertake an annual To improve the health and liveability of our Action 9.10 – Continue to use best practice program to receive feedback and input to city in a collaborative way, the City of Hobart engagement methods and the Your Say guide work program priorities. Such a program will continue to develop strong partnerships platform to develop deeper understandings would include schools, community and progress and relationships with all levels of government, of issues and problems facing our community, associations, and business groups within the private sector, advocacy groups and local as we implement changes to achieve the City Hobart, and change the way we engage on the communities to realise the implementation of of Hobart’s Vision and improved transport issue of transport and travel. our Vision and this Transport Strategy. arrangements. Action 9.4 – Explore the opportunities to The following actions are proposed: encourage, through the Tasmanian Road Safety Action 9.1 – Continue to proactively identify Advisory Council, a trial of usage and behaviour opportunities for funded partnerships with based vehicle insurance products in Tasmania. the Tasmanian and Australian governments to Such products are linked to reduced crash rates, address issues and progress actions identified improved driver behaviour and modal shift (to through the development of this Transport active travel modes). Examples include QBE’s Strategy. Insurance Box and Real Insurance’s Pay As You Drive. Action 9.5 – Expand the current research and summer student placement program with the University of Tasmania using the current Speculate program as the model. Action 9.6 – In conjunction with key major city employers, in the first instance, provide assistance to develop workplace travel plans for staff, using the City of Hobart Employee Travel Plan (2017) as a guide and example of best practice.

84 City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT 85 PART 3 IMPLEMENTATION PLAN This Transport Strategy guides how improved • City of Hobart’s Inner City Action Plan transport for the City of Hobart will be delivered and Transforming Hobart capital upgrade through until 2030. As such, the implementation programs of this Transport Strategy will occur over many • the annual allocation for bicycle and years. pedestrian upgrade projects across the city The principal actions to be undertaken in the • potential future Federal Government Roads- first three years include the development of the to-Recovery and Blackspot funding key walking, cycling and parking plans along with a smart roads plan to better manage the • road and footpath renewal projects where current transport network. Developing these some transport upgrade or new plans concurrently, with a local area approach, • components can be incorporated will form the basis for reviewed local area traffic • parks and bushland projects where some management plans. transport improvement initiatives can be Other actions will be undertaken both • incorporated into the design and concurrently and over the life of the strategy. construction phases The City of Hobart has allocated initial funds to implement this Transport Strategy and the works • the City of Hobart’s Smart City Strategy (in that are identified in the developed plans in its development) 10-year Long Term Financial Management Plan. • other projects currently identified in the City It is important to remember that future Councils of Hobart’s 10-year Long Term Financial may have different priorities and financial • Management Plan (LTFMP). circumstances may change. Indeed the current The proposed capital funding in the LTFMP implementation budget will not be sufficient specifically for the implementation of the to complete all of the works envisaged in this Transport Strategy is approximately $500,000 strategy and associated plans. Funding will be per year, amounting to a total of approximately required from the Tasmanian and Australian $4,750,000 over the next 10 years. governments for the major public transport projects and associated facilities. Some funding It has been assumed that this capital funding will be derived from existing City of Hobart will be attributed predominately to new and funding sources, such as: upgraded transport and travel related assets. The impact of implementing this strategy on future operational and maintenance budgets has yet to be determined.

86 City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT 87 THE PLANS THE TRANSPORT STRATEGY ACTION TEAM The development of the walking, cycling, There are a range of individual actions identified parking and smart roads plan will produce under the nine strategic focus themes that will clearly identified priority works plans and need to be delivered from within all parts of the frameworks to address the merit and priority of organisation. specific work. It is proposed that these plans The Transport Strategy Action Team will be will be developed concurrently in the City of established within the City of Hobart with Hobart’s ‘natural catchment areas’ which would representation from relevant divisions. This be addressed sequentially. There are essentially group will develop (and regularly review) four major city catchments: the north, west and the Transport Strategy Action Plan, allocate south and the city centre and its immediate responsibility for the various actions and surrounds. It is considered that using a place- establish the relative priority for resourcing the led community engagement process, similar to actions over the life of the strategy. that being currently used to develop the retail The Transport Strategy Action Team will be precinct projects, will be the best way to create responsible for ensuring actions are undertaken these integrated plans in collaboration with and progress is reported back to the Council local communities. and the Hobart community biennially (see By using such a process, detailed engagement Action 1.2 of this strategy). with local communities can provide input to plan for specific works projects which will reflect identified needs and create more liveable neighbourhoods where options to walk, cycle, enjoy spending time in the public realm, use public transport or a motor vehicle are all supported.

The City of Hobart would like to acknowledge the contributions of the community of Hobart and key stakeholders throughout the consultation process.

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88 City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT City of Hobart Transport Strategy 2018–30 DRAFT 89 MAPS, CHARTS AND FIGURES MAPS Map 1: Southern region – dwelling density Map 2: Residential Strategy for greater Hobart – residential development areas Map 3: Stylised mapping of journey to work – ‘tale of two cities’ Map 4: Bicycle facility development in Hobart 2008–2018 Map 5: Off street parking (north of the city centre)

CHARTS Chart 1: Southern region modes used for the journey to work 2011

FIGURES Figure 1: Strategic framework for the City of Hobart Figure 2: Responsibility of the three levels of government Figure 3: Strategy engagement evolution Figure 4: Strategy development process Figure 5: The ‘iceberg’ model of problems Figure 6: Hobart transport in context Figure 7: Stylised travel mode options for various activities Figure 8: Walkability in Hobart Figure 9: Hobart Transport Vision

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