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VICTORIA
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REPORT ON SUMMARY OF SUBMISSIONS
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• F. D. ATKINSON, GOVERNMENT PRINTER MELBOURNE 1980 L I No. 36
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VICTORIAN TRANSPORT STUDY
The Honourable R.R.C. Maclellan, M.L.A., Minister of Transport, 570 Bourke Street, MELBOURNE. Vie. 3000.
Dear Mr. Maclellan,
I have the pleasure to submit herewith a Summary of Submissions made to the Study.
This is one of a series of reports being prepared to make known the results of the Victorian Transport Study, SUMMARY OF SUBMISSIONS
CONTENTS Ackno\Jiledgements Summary 1. Introduction 2. List of Written Submissions 3. Summary of Submissions from Individuals 4. Summary of Submissions from Government Agencies and Related Bodies 5. Summary of Submissions from Municipal Councils and Related Bodies 6. Summary of Submissions from Organisations and Other Bodies 7. List of Discussions. 8, List of Inspections. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
In June 1979, the Legislative Assembly of the Parliament of Victoria carried a motion "that in the opinion of this House, the Government should: (a) institute a study into all freight and passenger transport within Victoria, and to and from Victoria, in order to produce a co-ordinated transport system capable of meeting the needs of all residents of Victoria, having particular regard to the effect of transport on the balanced development of the State; and
(b) retain all country rail lines, including the Balmoral line, pending the results of the above study," As a result, Mr. W.M. Lonie was appointed to undertake the necessary investigations. Mr. Lonie has been assisted in the technical aspects of the Study by Mr. R.H. Hodges, a Consultant,and by Messrs J.K. Brodie, G.A. Carkeek, J.W. Pendlebury and R.T. Underwood who were seconded from the transport agencies. Mr. Underwood was also Secretary to the Study. Mrs. P. Greer provided secretarial and typing assistance. The Director of Transport provided helpful advice and assistance. The Chairman and Deputy Chairman of the Victorian Railways Board, and the Chairmen of the Melbourne and Metropolitan Tramways Board, Transport Regulation Board and the Country Roads Board made senior staff available on secondment to the Study, and provided. detailed information and other assistance, The Chairman of the Transport Regulation Board made available office accommodation and other facilities. Many individuals, Government agencies, municipal Councils, organisations and other bodies made helpful submissions to the Study, a large number of which were comprehensive documents that obviously took much time and effort to prepare. The Study Group has had discussions with a large number of people both in Melbourne and at various centres throughout the State. All involved gave generously of their time and knowledge. During the Study Group's visits to country centres many people made facilities available and/or assisted in arrangements. All of the above assistance is gratefully acknowledged. It has been of considerable help in the Study, SUMMARY
A large number of helpful submissions was made to the Study by a wide range of interested parties. This report lists the written submissions received, and briefly summarises the nature of their contents. No attempt has been made in this report to provide a comprehensive summary of the submissions, many of which ~ere detailed and ~ide ranging.
Many of the ~ritten submissions have been referred to in more detail in the relevant Study Reports. The submissions themselves are not being made available. Those ~ho desire more detailed information about any of the submissions should contact their author direct.
A list of those ~ho have had discussions with the Study Group is also included for record purposes. Summarises of these discussions are not included. A list of inspections by the Study Group is also included.
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 On 21st December 1979 letters were sent to a number of agencies and organisations advising them of the Study, and inviting written submissions to it. In late January 1980 advertisements were placed in the daily press inviting sub missions. These advertisements were later repeated in the country press.
1.2 As the Study proceeded, the Study Group made a number of inspections and had discussions with a wide range of interested parties, both in the metropolitan area, and through out the State. 1.3 As a result of the letters of invitation, the press advertisements and the Study Group's activities as it moved around the State, a large number of written submissions was received. This report lists the written submissions made to the Study, and briefly summarises the nature of their contents. No attempt has been made to provide a comprehensive summary of the submissions.
1.4 Many of the written submissions have been referred to in more detail in the relevant Study Reports. The submissions themselves are not being made available. Those who desire more detailed information about any of the submissions should contact their author direct. 1.5 A list of those who had discussions with the Study Group is included for record purposes. Summarises of these discussions are not included. A list of inspections is also included. 2.
2. LIST OF WRITTEN SUBMISSIONS
(* denotes those making submissions ~ho also had discussions ~ith the Study Group). Individuals Mrs. P. Adams (North Melbourne) Mr. P.L. Ballantyne (Lower Templestowe) Ms. J. Campbell (Doncaster) Mr. C.R. Carmichael (Buffalo) Mr. T. Catton (East Keilor) Mr. A.E. Chapman (Inverlock) Mr. J,W. Downes (Strathmore)
Mrs. P. Duxbury (East Ke~) Mr. M.E. Elliot (Coolaroo) Mr. J.D. Evans (Bonnie Doon) Mr. A,E, Gascoigne (Black Rock) Mr. A.L. Grigg (Brighton Beach) Mrs. G. Groves (Ballarat) Mr. D. Hillary (Wagga Wagga) Mr. S. Hicks (Perth) Mr. W.B. Ingham (Heidelberg) Mr. J.D. Jones Mr. R.J. Jones (Pascoe Vale) Mrs. P. Kenyon (Seaford) Mr. T. Knox (Nuna~ading) Mrs. E.B. Martin (Strathfieldsaye) Mrs. L.J. McLeod (Hamilton) Mrs. M. McLoughlin (Ke~) Mr. R. Morgan Mr. A.E. Neal (Buffalo) Mrs. L. Ne~man (Bannockburn) Miss F.M. O'Leary (Mordialloe) Mr. A.R. Payne (Healesville) Mr. C.W. Perrett (East Bentleigh) 3.
Mr. J.R. Prideaux (Northcote) Mr. W. Rosier (Blackburn) Dr. C. Sowerwine (Fitzroy) Mr. A. Stephan (Sunshine) Mr. J.R. Sweetnam (Kew) Mr. R.A. Vowels (Parkville) Miss B. Whittle (Carlton) Dr. R.H. Wilson (Toorak) Mr. N.F. Woodgate (Burwood) Mr. D. Wright (Montmorency)
Government Agencies and Related Bodies. * Albury Wodonga Development Corporation * Australian Wheat Board * Australian Wool Corporation Country Education Project * Country Roads Board Department of Community Welfare Services, Victoria-Upper Murray Region. * Department of State Development,Decentralisation and Tourism * Geelong Regional Commission * Geelong Harbour Trust Commissioners * Grain Elevators Board * Loddon Campaspe Regional Planning Authority * Melbourne and Metropolitan Board of Works * Melbourne and Metropolitan Tramways Board
Melbourne Underground Rail Loop Authority Ministry for Conservation * Port of Melbourne Authority * Railway Construction and Property Board 4.
* Road Safety and Traffic Authority * State Bicycle Committee * State Electricity Commission * Transport Regulation Board Victorian Dried Fruits Board Victorian Government Travel Authority
* Victorian Rail~ays Board * West Gate Bridge Authority
Municipal Councils and Related Bodies
City of Broadmeado~s * City of Echuca * City of Knox City of Melbourne City of Waverley * Rural City of Wodonga * Shire of Alberton * Shire of Arapiles * Shire of Buln Buln Shire of Bright * Shire of Deakin * Shire of Dunmunkle * Shire of Kaniva * Shire of Korumburra * Shire of Korong
* Shire of Ko~ree
* Shire of Mor~ell 5.
Shire of Mt. Rouse Shire of Narracan Shire of Pakenham * Shire of Portland * Shire of Rochester * Shire of South Gippsland Shire of Tallangatta * Shire of Wannon * Shire of Warragul Shire of Werribee Shire of Yea * Victorian Municipal Airport Operators' Association
Organisations and Other Bodies * Action In Melbourne Advisory Committee for the Needs of the Handicapped (City of Doncaster and Templesto~e) Ansett Pioneer Anti Ring Road Organisation * Australian and Kandos Cement Holdings Pty.Ltd, * Australian Fertilizers Services Association - Victorian Branch Australian Industries Development Association Australian Institute of Petroleum - Transport Committee * Australian Institute of Urban Studies * Australian labor Party - Healesville Branch * Australian labor Party - Penshurst Branch
* Australian Rail~ays Union - Victorian Branch Australian Road Federation 6.
Australian Tramways and Motor Omnibus Employees Assoc. * Bicycle Institute of Victoria * Blakistors Ltd. Business and Professional Womens Club - Swan Hill Branch * Bus Proprietors Association (Victoria) * Calder Highway Improvement Committee * Cement and Concrete Association of Australia * Committee for the Retention of the Cudgewa Railway Country Womens Association - Leongatha Branch Decentralization and Development Association of Victoria * Eastern Mallee Silo Zone Committee Flemington Association * Greyhound Travel Centre Pty.Ltd. * Healesville Tourist and Promotion Association * Horsham Chamber of Commerce and Industry * Institution of Engineers, Australia - Ballarat Group Institution of Engineers, Australia - Victorian Division Invicta United Bus Services Kangaroo Flat Bus Lines Pty,Ltd. * Leongatha Chamber of Commerce and Industry * Marmalake Receival Zone Committee Melton Transport Co-ordination Committee * Monash University Department of Civil Engineering - Transport Group * Mornington Rail Transport Development Committee National Democrats North East Region of Historical Societies 7.
* Northern Municipalities Transport Group Northern Suburbs Public Transport Action Group
* Ne~port Workshops Shop Committee Phillip Island and District Chamber of Commerce * Phosphate Co-operative Company of Australia Ltd. * Portland Development Committee Principal, Kaniva High School * Professional Transport Drivers Association * Professional Transport Drivers Association - Mildura Branch * Royal Australian Planning Institute Royal Automobile Club of Victoria Selkirk Brick Pty.Ltd. Sleigh H.C. Aviation Ltd. * South Gippsland Conservation Society - Leongatha Branch
* To~n and Country Planning Association * Traffic Action * Train Travellers Association * Tram and Bus Travellers Association Transport Workers Union of Australia - Victorian Branch Urban Freight Group * Victorian Automobile Chamber of Commerce Victorian Chambers of Commerce and Industry Victorian Chamber of Manufacturers Victorian Employers Federation * Victorian Farmers and Graziers Association 8.
* Victorian Farmers and Graziers Association - Wimmera District Commodity Council of the Grain Council Victorian Farmers and Graziers Association - Balmoral Branch Victorial Football League * Victorian Road Transport Association * Victorian Sawmillers Association Victorian Stock Agents Association * Victorian Taxi Association * Western Improved Passenger Service Group * Western Victoria Transport Committee 9.
3. SUMMARY OF SUBMISSIONS FROM INDIVIDUALS
Mrs. P. Adams Suggests provision of inner and outer arterial routes to allow traffic to circulate around the city. Mr. P.L. Ballantyne Suggests a passenger ferry service on Port Phillip Bay to provide for week day commuter services between Melbourne and Frankston (with a possible extension to Mornington), and for excursion cruises on the Bay. Ms. J. Campbell Comments on the public transport services to and from the Doncaster area. Mr. C.R. Carmichael Suggests that the Railway in South Gippsland should be returned and modernised. Mr. T, Catton Forwarded a report on a public transport survey in Keilor in 1974-75. Mr. A.E. Chapman Comments on energy usage in Australia, and gives a comparison of the fuel consumption of various modes. It them briefly discusses urban and rural transport, and concludes that transport should be developed around rail systems, Mr. J.W. Downes Comments on the importance of the Port of Portland for defence purposes and for efficient movement of primary and secondary products, and suggests development of rail lines connecting to Portland.
Mrs. P. Duxbur~ Suggests more facilities be provided for cyclists, and that legislation to control the emission of exhaust fumes be enacted.
Mr. M.E. Elliot Comments on rail and bus services to Coolaroo
Mr. J.D. Evans Suggests that freight should be carried by rail, and that the Mansfield line should be reopened. 10.
Mr. A.E. Gascoigne Suggests that private contractors could operate passenger services on selected country branch lines and on outer suburban lines. Mr. A.L. Grigg Suggests that the Country and Suburban rail networks should be retained and expanded. Reasons given include energy usage, safety, employment, materials utilisation, tourism and suburban travel. Mrs. G. Groves The submission deals with transport in the Ballarat area, and it suggests there is a need to provide: Commercial air services to and from Ballarat Improved bus services within Ballarat Improved rail services to and from Ballarat including the provision of radial railway connections. Mr. D. Hillary The submission deals with : Competency licensing - industry entry standards Driver licensing for drivers of commercial vehicles. Education and training vehicle grosB and axle weights Mr. S. Hicks Attached to the submission are copies of the main report of the SWATS study, Land Freight Transport Policy 1980, and relevant papers and articles. Points in the submission include: A high degree of active competition between road and rail is the only feasible method of co-ordinating land transport, There is a need for a clear and precise public statement of the Governments intention to de-regulate according to a time table, ll.
There is no practical alternative to a careful calculated leap into the full rigours of competition if de-regulation is to be implemented, The Ministry of Transport should be upgraded in its professional capabilities, As road transport freedoms are extended so should rail freedoms, Non transport objectives can be more effectively achieved within a competitive system. Each mode should be encouraged to make full use of its advantages. The modes need not be made identical. Mr. W.B. Ingham Submitted information on the Bickerton folding bicycle.
Mr. J.D. Jones Supports the use of rail transport, and the need to re-open the Mansfield railway line.
Mr. R.J. Jones Comments on difficulties of truck-owner-drivers, and suggests owner drivers should be licenced. Mrs. P, Kenyan Comments on the needs of the handicapped
Mr. T. Knox Comments on closure of country railway lines
Mrs. E.B. Martin Considers that the Calder Highway between Melbourne and Bendigo should be upgraded to freeway standard, and that a bypass of Strathfieldsaye should be provided. Mrs. L.J. Mcleod Comments on the train services to and from Hamilton
Mrs. M, Mcloughlin Comments on the Hawthorn-Kew tram services.
Mr. R. Morgan Suggests that there should be a detailed study to examine the future of trams in Melbourne.
Mr. A.E. Neal Supports the retention of rail services to South Gippsland to serve the surrounding rural district. 12.
Mrs. L, Newman Suggests there is a need for improved rail services between Geelong and Ballarat. Miss F.M. O'Leary Expresses concern about trucks on Beach Road, Mr. A.R, Payne Supports the retention of the Healesville railway. Mr. G.W. Perrett Puts forward a case for protecting metropolitan brick carters to limit the number of people entering the trade. Mr. J.A. Prideaux Comments on metropolitan public transport, and on interstate and intrastate transport. Mr. W. Rosier Supports the upgrading of public transport services. Suggests extension of existing rail, tram and bus systems, no extension of the freeway system, the provision of car parking at bus, tram and train terminals, and at railway stations, fares to be kept to a minimum, and co-ordinated public transport authority. Dr. C. Sowerwine Forwarding a copy of a paper on French Government procedures on national cost accounting and transport. Mr. A. Stephen Individuals or co-operativesshould be permitted to operate a mini-bus (maximum 12 passengers including driver) on a fare paying basis, subject to conditions, to provide an alternative form of transport for small groups. Mr. J.R. Sweetnam A detailed submission in three parts, covering: Introduction Personal and political considerations. Land Tracks - including a proposal to establish a Victorian Land Tracks Board (The submission deals mainly with the Vie Rail and with public transport), 13.
Mr. R.A. Vowels lhe submissions say that public transport is an essential service (with reasons), and then deals with the tramway system. Aspects raised include costs (fares), speed of operation, running times, connections, time-taoles, shunting, priority for trams, Z class trams, projects, safety, shelter sheds, advertising and extension of routes,
A later submission deals mainly with the country railway network, and lists a number of suggestions for improvement. Miss B. Uhittle Comments on the standard of railway facilities.
Dr. R.H. Wilson Forwarding a copy of a paper on "Urban Transport Policy - A Perspective." The main themes in the paper are that greater reliance should be placed on prices for the allocation of scarce resources, that the automobile has a vital role to play, that subsidies should be paid directly to the disadvantaged rather than to the operating bodies, and that Governments should show more awareness of the comparative costs of different modes. Mr. N.F. Woodqate General comments on railway services
~r. D. Wright Comments on the effects of time-tabling and strikes on public transport usage. 14.
4. SUMMARY OF SUBMISSIONS FROM GOVERNMENT AGENCIES AND RELATED BODIES
Albury Wodonga Development Corporation The submission provides detailed information on:
Background to the development of Albury-Wodonga. Existing transport services,
Transport anomalies Inhibiting factors relating to transport planned developments in transport. Five appendices are included. The Corporation also provided:
Considerable literature of a general nature on Albury-Wodonga, Copies of reports (some on library loan) on Albury-Wodonga Growth Centre Aerodrome, Road Safety and Standards Authority and other Transport aspects. Public Transport Study - Working Papers Public Transport Study - Summary Albury-Wodonga Structure Plan - Vol. 1 Computerised Location Model - Manufacturing Plant examples. Wool handling and processing.
Australian Wheat Board Transportation of wheat has considerable influance on its marketability. The submission deals with the following specific aspects: Statistical information relating to production of wheat in Victoria,
Potential for production of wheat in Victoria and in the southern Riverina, Possible effects of increase in cost, and reducing availability of liquid fossil fuels, Statistical information relating to domestic and export disposal of wheat, Potential population increase and its possible effect on the domestic-export disposal of wheat. 15.
Application of least cost principle to transportation of wheat, Statistical information on the relativity between freight rates and net return to growers~ Possible effects of cost and availability of fuel on means of wheat transportation, Factors affecting marketability and handling of wheat, Pest control considerations.
Australian Wool Corporation The submission recommends: The lifting of restrictions requiring wool to be carried by rail (if being recognised that it may be necessary to move in this direction in stages}. Studies be initiated to investigate materials handling concepts with the objective of raising wagon capacity utilisation in conjunction with the development of wool consolidation centres. Investigations be undertaken into the economics of wool transportation as a bulk commodity on rail, and the types of incentives that could be offered, Investigations be undertaken into the rate of anomalies that wool growers face in certain parts of the State with respect to both road and rail.
Removal of the requirement to tra1 sport by rail wool sold in Geelong and subsequently moved to Melbourne for export. Investigations to be undertaken to atsess the benefit to the State of developing the Ports of Geelong and Portland to handle containers. Country Education Project The submission says that "the lack of cheap, adequate transport networks in country areas prevents country students visiting and being involved in the cultural and educational experiences available only in city areas," It suggests that initiatives could be taken to improve bus and rail travel. 16.
Country Roads Board A detailed submission dealing with:
The role of roads in transport
Responsibilities of the Board and municipalities The road network
Finance
Planning considerations Movement of goods by road
Road based passenger transport Road construction and maintenance Issues of concern Appendices set out details of the Victorian road network, and of commercial vehicle volumes on rural highways.
Department of Community Welfare Services, Victoria-U~per Murray Region
~orwarding details of a proposed second stage of a regional transport study, and of the Yackandandah Car Scheme.
Department of State Development, Decentralization and Tourism A detailed submission dealing with: The Department's formation and its history The Department's objectives Development of decentralization policy Growth centres The Department's incentive programme The Department's role in finance and assistance
Approved decentralized secondary industries
Victorian Development Corporation Small Business Development Corporation
Decentralization of State Government administration 17.
Transport survey and results (conducted by the Department) Transport in the Victorian economy Allocation of transport resources Discriminations
Victorian main ports Development of grain terminals Rising fuel prices and effects on country industry.
Tourism
Geelong Regional Commission
A detailed submission dealing ~ith: The Geelong region
Regulation of freight movement Inter-regional passenger services Internal public transport system Road and rail infrastructure Port development
Pipe-lines
The submission makes a number of detailed recommendations on the above matters. Among other things, it recommends that the Study supports future investigations into: The need for rationalization of bus services in Geelong, and of the costs and benefits of moving to a unified system with one operator providing intra-urban services.
The costs and benefits of linking Geelong ~ith the standard gauge rail network. The comparative cost of movement of freight from Melbourne through the Ports of Melbourne and Geelong, and also other matters relating to the development of the Port of Geelong. 18.
The need for additional pipe-line reservations bet~een Geelong and Melbourne. The Commission also for111arded copies of "Population Trends - 1971-76 - Geelong Region" and "Population Forecasts for the Geelong Region 1976-2001."
Geelong Harbour Trust Commissioners The submission sets out detailed information on: Background to the Port of Geelong Current developments Future developments Rail services to the Port
Road transport to the Port Proposed air service (heliport) to the Port Proposed rapid 111ater transit service linking Geelong and Melbourne Pipe-lines Ability of the Port to serve a 111ider area.
The submission contains a number of recommendations relating to the development of the Port, road and rail access to it, and pipe lines bet111een Geelong, Point Wilson and Melbourne. Grain Elevators Board A detailed submission, dealing 111ith historic background, structure of the Board (personnel, and storage and receival facilities), transport facilities, the present task, the nature of the problem and the future, The Board considers that the future system should involve a grain fleet of at least 800 GJF type 111agons running in high speed exclusive unit trains, Sub-terminals should be fully utilised to cushion the effect of the overflo111 period, but their use should not necessarily be restricted to this period. Road transport should be used to augment the rail system by transporting small quantities of particular grades or in situations 111here road has a clear economic and/or operational advantage, To this end the Board recommends that 19.
More GJF type wagons be constructed as soon as possible. Provision be made for loop lines at all rail discharge points. Extensive track improvements be undertaken particularly on the high volume lines feeding into the Terminals. Stopover charges be abolished,
Variable rctes for different types of movements be introduced, An investigation be made into alternative and more realistic pricing methods, A greater use of road transport be made to create a totally integrated transport system, An investigation be made into the scheduling practices of the Victorian Railways. The Board considers that the Victorian Railways should operate in such a manner that their total revenue at least covers operating costs and makes some contribution to capital and depreciation charges. They should be run on a commercial basis and concentrate on areas for which they have an inherent advantage. The Board says that the whole question of rail operation as related to grain movement should be examined and rationalised,
Loddon-Campaspe Regional Planning Authority A detailed submission, with sections on Background - the region, the Authority, the Authority's work and view of transport, An overview of the regions transport network road, rail, air., Reports and submissions prepared to date, ie Arterial Road Network, Regional Study Report and comments on draft Transport Plan. Major road issues - Calder Highway, flooding upgrading of roads, Bendigo Transportation Study, road construction costs, Major rail issues - rail network, role and functions of the railways, passenger services, rail-road bus services, 20.
Movement of freightt Major air transport issuest Tourism,
Transport outlook - including need to maintain existing facilities, and organisational framework, Supplementary submissions cover Upgrading the existing rail bridge over the Murray at Echuca, The effects of rises in the price of bitumen products. Melbourne and Metroeolitan Board of Works. The following documents are forwarded: A paper on energy and urban transport prepared by Board Officers, A paper on transport and the new technology also prepared by officers of the Board, A paper dealing broadly with the Board's interest in transport/land use planning, and A paper dealing with the Board's responsibilities with respect to road reservations in the Planning Scheme, Information and data on metropolitan travel characteristics is also provided. Melbourne and Metroeolitan Tramways Board. A detailed submission with sections dealing with introduction, operating conditions and patronage, a profile of M.M.T.B. passengers, operating costs and revenue, capital expenditure, energy and development policies. The main points include: More rapid implementation of measures designed to alleviate the effects of congestion is needed, There needs to be a legal mechanism for public transport operators (through MTC) to initiate public transport priority proposals. ROSTA should make decisions on priority measures. 21.
The M.T.C. should be represented in ROSTA, Additional capital is required, A rolling 5 year capital works programme should be developed and approved, The Board's financial performance is being increasingly affected by debt servicing and leasing charges, The M.M.T.B. expects electric powered public transport will have an increasingly more important role to play in the future, The role of the M.T.C. should be expended, and the Planning Authority could be represented on it, A Street Transit Authority could be established. Melbourne Underground Rail Looe Authority. The underground rail loop is intended to increase the capacity and efficiency of the existing rail system. The submission emphasises that a rail system should be efficient, safe, reliable and convenient. Other points made include: Two way radio and public address facilities on trains are vital, Provision of an alternative to the regular mode of travel is desirable, There should be adequate car parks at stations, Ease of transfer between train and tram is important Electric interstate super-trains should be considered. Ministry for Conservation Outlines the Ministry's involvement in transport, and summarises suggestions for the future transport system relating to public transport, road planning and general matters.
Port of Melbourne Authorit~ The submission is a detailed one, setting out information on: Trade through Victorian Ports, and through the Port of Melbourne in particular. Ship-port technology 22.
Port operations Short term port development Forward development plans Trade forecasts Future demand for facilities.
The Authority has also provided a copy of its submissions to the State Development Committee's Inquiry into Port Utilisation and Development in Victoria. Railway Construction and Property Board Sets out details of role of the earlier Railway Construction Board, and discusses the future role of the newly constituted Railway Construction and Property Board.
Road Safet~ and Traffic Authority Information is provided on: Traffic management in the context of a State wide transport plan, Public Transport priority Aspects of a heavy vehicle speed and operational study, Driver licencing, training and improvement Motor vehicle inspection Road safety and accidents State Bicycle Committee lhe submission outlines the role of the State Bicycle Committee, and the discussions in some detail: Planning for bicycles - the need and direction Recent initiatives in Victoria Efficiency of the bicycle
Overseas experience in bicycle planning Inter-model transport 23.
Future requirements for bicycles in Victoria
It includes a number of recommendations that the Committee considers are necessary to support bicycle planning and bicycle implementation programmes as an integral part of the State's Transport requirements. State Electricity Commission The Commission is concerned that there be an effective freight service between the Latrobe Valley and Melbourne, and that passenger services, within and to and from, the Latrobe Valley. The submission makes brief comment on road, rail, air and shipping services. In particular: Rail passenger time tables are not convenient for the Commission's purposes. The requirement to use rail for briquette cartage increases freight rates. Present facilities in the Port of Melbourne for the export of briquettes are costly to operate, The Commission has also provided a report on its concepts plan for the future utilization of the brown coal fields in the Latrobe Valley,
Transeort Regulation Board lhe Board made these submissions:
The first submission describes the background to transport regulation in Victoria, outlines the functions, organisation and structure of the TRB, and describes the licensing systems for commercial goods and passenger vehicles. It also discusses issues relating to section 92. The second submission sets out the Boards views on the future needs and requirements of a comprehensive goods transport system in Victoria. The submission discusses the road haulage industry, the present regulated market, and the licensing base and objectives, The Board posed a number of new truck licensing systems, but it favoured a gradual extension of road freedom under the present discretionary licence scheme in such a way that the consequences of deregulation on railway revenue the road system and on the road industry itself would occur in controlled stages, giving the Board opportunity to monitor the changes and report then to the Minister, The Board expresses reservations about a system of control of entry into the road freight transport industry based on quantitative controls, pointing to serious practical difficulties and questioning the principle of numerical control. 24.
In reference to compulsory periodic inspections of goods vehicles, the Board suggested increased emphasis on random roadside inspections and suggested that a staged selective vehicle inspection programme over a number of years, embracing vehicles carrying hazardous goods and inflammable liquids and gases, might be considered. The third submission deals with passenger services, and includes discussion on metropolitan services, urban services (in Geelong, Ballarat, Bendigo), country/school contracts, interstate services, rail contract bus services, demand responsive services, taxis, services for the handicapped and municipal services, Victorian Dried Fruits Board Comments on existing railways services and suggestions for improvements, Victorian Government Travel Authority Suggests that consideration be given to: The role of the Transport Information Centre in the context of a co-ordinated transport system. Chamges required in the day to day operation of the Centre if it is to be capable of meeting the needs of all residents in Victoria, Transport of passengers, by various modes to and from Victoria, including the possible relaxation of controls on country passenger services. Victorian Railways Board The Board has made nine detailed submissions and also provided a large amount of material in response to requests from the Study: The first submission on "The Contract Payment Concept" deals with: The deficit, its meaning to the community and to Vie Rail, "Commercial","Profitable" and "Economic" in relation to transport, Political and Social factors that influence price setting and the limited ability of railways to abandon or rationalise sections of its business, Vie Rails limited access to capital funds, 25.
The desirability of being able to provide single transaction transport service and the consequential need to be able to offer multi-modal services, The Government - Vie Rail financial relationship, Appropriate use of "fully allocated" and "avoidable" costs, Need for an explicit charter setting out financial and other obligations required by the Government to be carried out by the Board, Adoption by the Government of financial arrangements set out in the paper "Recommended Financial Arrangements for Vie Rail." The second submission on "Recommended Financial Arrangements for Vie Rail" deals 11Jith: The present financial arrangements and the effect of those arrangements upon effective operation of Vie Rail, Need for action to change the arrangements to be suitable for a business undertaking, Support for action by Sir Henry Bland in his report on Land Transport; by the Parliamentary Accounts Committee; and in principle by the Treasury, The disadvantages that would flow if action is restricted to internal accounting arrangements only, A review of arrangements applicable to other Statutory Business Undertakings, Details of recommended financial arrangements, Advantages of the proposed financial arrangements within Vie Rail; to the Government and the Parliament; and to the Treasury, Matters requiring preliminary action within Vie Rail and matters to be determined in conjunction with the Treasury. 26.
The third submission on the "Forward Look Investment Plan 1980-81 to 1984-85" deals with: Recent history of capital funding of Vie Rail,
The case for increased rail funding,
Investment needs for the suburban passenger business; the country and interstate passenger business, the freight business and for track infrastructure and support functions.
This paper provides a summary of investment needs,_ an indication of priorities and a forward look works programme with proposed method of finance.
The fourth submission on "Implications of Government Plans for De-regulation of Road Transport" refers to both passenger and freight services, to the existing transport regulations and to Vie Rails attitude to deregulation. The submission also indicates Vie Rail's view of its role as a total transport service, and of the need for grain, cement, fertilizer, briquettes end sawn timber to continue to be regulated.
The fifth submission on "Streamlining Vie Rail's Infrastructure and Operations to meet the Transport Needs of the 1980's and Beyond," deals with the need for further rationalisation of the existing rail network, services and facilities in order to provide more cost-effective means of meeting demand where passenger patronage and freight business is light and to free up poorly-utilised physical resources for disposal or for more productive use in other parts of the System. It provides a background to the historical and contemporary roles of the rail and road modes in the context of Victoria's development and develops a rationale for the future role of Vie Rail as a publicly-owned operator of passenger and freight services: leading to the identification of specific areas which still demand change in order to meet these objectives, viz: Network rationalisation - country line closures Rationalisation of country passenger services
Rationalisation of country freight services
Rationalisation of suburban passenger services
Abolition of other surplus facilities
The sixth submission on "Distribution of Petroleum Products in Victoria" examines the oil industry and the current situation 27. of Vie Rail in oil product distribution. The paper introduces Vie Rail's future plan to offer viable and economic service to the oil industry for transport of petroleum products to country Victoria and Southern New South Wales. The seventh submission on "Changes in Vie Rail since the Bland Report" outlines the major changes which have been made in Vie Rail over the last eight years or so since publication in March 1972 of the report of the Board of Inquiry into the Victorian Land Transport System conducted by Sir Henry Bland. It examines and reports upon : The impact of the Bland report, Changes in general railway policy and administration, Changes in operations,
Changes ln general planning and marketing, Changes in financial management, and
Changes in personnel policies,
The eighth submission on "Vie Rail Corporate Structure 1972-80" sets out the major changes in Vie Rail corporate structure which have been introduced since the Bland report presented to the Victorian Government in 1972, The nineth submission on "Vie Rail Freight Pricing Practices and Policy" briefly examines the historical basis of freight pricing from 1854 until the present, explains the principal rating groups currently in use and the revenue applicable to each; examines the changes in freight rates since the Bland inquery; discusses the railway pricing policy; introduces the market based pricing philosophy and draws a number of conclusions. West Gate Bridge Authority lhe submission recommends that work on the Westgate Freeway be expedited, that additional major feeder routes (a direct connection to the South Eastern Freeway, a connection to the Western Highway, and a link to Sunshine) be provided ~h high priority, that road planning and construction be vested in one authority; and that there be better works co-ordination. A supplementary submission amends the first submission to "road planning ahd allocation of priorities to be vested in one central planning authority, with construction being under taken by the CRB." A third submission puts forward a proposal for a tunnel under the Domain (prepared by a Consultant) to link the West Gate and South Eastern ~ree~ays. 2 8.
5. SUMMARY OF SUBMISSIONS BY MUNICIPAL COUNCILS AND RELATED BODIES
City of Broadmeadows The submission deals with two aspects : "Council is urging an appraisal aimed at the immediate commencement of the final stages of the Altona-Somerton-Tullamarine Pipeline Project, which will help to lessen the number of tankers using Pascoe Vale Road and Barry Road, and likewise, allow the community to enjoy a greater measure of safety because of the lesser exposure." The Council is concerned about heavy vehicle movement in the municipality. It considers "The ultimate solution to the problem is the construction of El4 extended from Hume Highway to the Outer Ring Road, (F5) connecting to Tullamarine Freeway, and whilst it is realised that the funds required for such a project would be enormous, it is considered that either this proposal be investigated immediately, or a suitable temporary alternative be found to relieve the traffic problems in Pascoe Vale Road, with special emphasis being placed on the removal of commercial vehicles." City of Echuca The submission raises the following matters: Priority for construction of a new bridge across the Murray, The use of buses for passenger services in the area, and to and from Melbourne, The operation of freight centres, Vie Rail should concentrate an bulk projects Currently, there is no satisfactory air service to Echuca, Road funds should be increased, Regulation of road transport should be completely reviewed - there must be regard for small and large enterprises. Monopoly situations should be avoided. Roads that require upgrading are listed 29.
City of Knox The Council has forwarded a detailed report on "Public Transport Strategy". This report clearly highlights the problem of providing public transport in a low density, rapidly developing outer metropolitan municipality. The Council draws particular attention to two points: It considers it essential that an immediate commitment be made to the provision of a rapid transit service (preferably fixed rail) between the Huntingdale and Ferntree Gully rail links. That a high speed service, either a tram extension or an exclusive/priority lane bus be provided along Burwood Highway from the East Burwood tram terminus to the Ferntree Gully rail link. City of Melbourne Initially the Council forwarded an interim report to the Study. It dealt with: Overall transport policies, Street classification scheme for the City of Melbourne, M.M.B.W. draft hierarchy proposals, Draft Transport Plan 1978 Pedestrian access to the City of Melbourne,
City Centre Inter-modal Transport Terminal, Outer Ring Road, Computerisation of traffic signals M,M,T.B. services, Later the Council forwarded a further report incorporating a more detailed appraisal of the needs of the Central Business District. This report dealt with: State Government land use and transport policies,
Planning Strategies, Transport needs for the City of Melbourne 30.
City of Waverley The submission says that the Government needs to take immediate financial steps to overcome problems facing public transport. The Council considers that philosophies of co-ordinated bus and train networks, car pooling, and incentives to use public transport are translated into real action to overcome present shortcomings. It includes a series of specific recommendations. The Council later forwarded a copy of a report on "Waverley Community Bus - Pilot Project Reviel!l. 11
Rural City of Wodon~ The Council submits papers dealing with: Rail trucking yards at Bandiana - in particular the need for finance to enable the rail facilities to be progressively completed, Road improvements required in the Wodonga area, and road funding. Rail passenger services, and in particular the difficulty of obtaining sleeper accommodation on the Spirit of Progress to Sydney and return. Shire of Alberton The Council says: Some improvements are needed to the South Gippsland and Princes Highway, and the Yarram-Traralgon Roads, Rail services are restricted by lack of funds and insufficient updated equipment, The passenger service to Yarram is not very convenient. A Sunday train is desoced. Transport sources will have to be upgraded to enable development of coal resources. A deep sea port should eventually be provided in Corner Inlet. 31.
Shire of Arapiles lhe Council considers that because of ''an inadequate road system and the fuel crisis" rail should be geared to handle heavy bulk haulage over long distances, and that the retention and rebuilding of the Hamilton-~oradjuha railway line should be seen as an integral part of the transport system for Western Victoria. The Council also submitted a report prepared jointly by the Shires of Arapiles, Dundas, Kowree and Wannon on the need to, and cost of, upgrading the Natimuk-Hamilton Road.
Shire of Buln Buln The Council has made a detailed submission, the major part of which relates to the need for increased road funding, In this regard, it recommends (among other things) An up-date road needs survey be carried out, After completion of the survey, a total re classification of the road system be carried out, Desirable provisions for Commonwealth legislation. A study of the effects of heavy vehicles on roads Other matters raised included rail services, the Warrigul Regional Freight Centre, cartage of bricks and the standard of the Princes Highway East. Shire of Briqht The main points in the submission are: The rail to Bright should be kept open and the service extended as goods and passengers increase. Bright requires a daily return bus service to Wangaratta. The operation of the Mt. Buffalo Chalet bus should be reviewed, A week-end rail-bus service, or a bus service only, should be provided between Melbourne and Bright. There is a need for Government finance to enable the Council to upgrade air-strips in both the Kiewa and Ovens Valleys. 32.
Special funds are required to upgrade roads used by tourists.
A greater allocation of funds to roads is needed by both State and Commonwealth Governments. Shire of Deakin The main points raised are:
Increases in road funding, and a more stabilised manner of funding and fund allocation, are required, There is a need for a system of licensing for road hauliers to restrict the number of operators, to establish base rates for services of varying types, to control the safety performance of drivers and vehicles, and possibly to improve fuel economy in the industry, The existing rail system should be retained and improved. Passenger rail services should be marketed. There should be more movement of dangerous goods by rail, Rail freight centres are an improvement, but current contract deliveries are not as attractive as they would seem, Existing low volume level crossings should be reviewed to see which should be kept open, and how they should be protected, "Border hopping" should be eliminated. Shire of Dunmunkle The Council submits that: The Lubeck-Bolangum railway line should be retained and upgraded, A rail connection should be provided between Minyip and Li tchf ield, The Hamilton-Noradjuha railway line should be re-opened, although the Council considers the lines mentioned above are most important. 33.
When the closure of railway lines is being considered, the cost of strengthening the road system to cater for the additional traffic should be taken into account. Fast, punctual, comfortable and efficient rail passenger services should be provided. It would be worthwhile to carry out a full analysis of the "all up'' cost of moving grain by rail, and by road. School bus routes should be separately classified, and separately funded.
Shire of Kaniva The Council submits that : Vie Rail handled the 1979-80 grain harvest satisfactorily, The freight depot at Nhill is operating fairly satisfactorily, although there are some delays in handling of goods, Present passenger rail services are inadequate A relaxation in conditions relating to the operation of interstate bus services should be examined (as an alternative to the re-scheduling of train services). An upgrading of the parcel goods service, and a review of passenger services is desirable. Shire of Korumburra The Council says: Upgrading of railways and rolling stock to serve Korumburra and its freight centre is supported, The South Gippsland Highway should be upgraded, De-regulation should be restricted to protect country carriers, Lack of alternative employment should be recognised when considering alternatives to existing services, Additional funds should be provided to upgrade rural roads, The importance of the South Gippsland transport corridor should be recognised. 34.
Shire of Korong The Council is concerned about the future of the Korong Vale Railway Station. It suggests new railway activities should be introduced in the Township of Korong Vale. Shire of Kowree The main points are : The Council is concerned with the lack of railway lines in the Shire. The closure of the Hamilton-Noradjuha railway line has led to severe damage to roads in the area. The Council is convinced that "special impact" funds may not continue in the future. A changing pattern of agriculture is leading to heavier loads on roads in the Shire. The view has been expressed that some applications for"special impact funds" have not been successful because South Australian traffic is involved. Shire of Morwell Points raised include: Concern of the effects of the deregulation of road transport on local communities. The Council requests that, prior to deregulation, there be a study of the possible side effects, and that deregulation be introduced on a staged basis, The Morwell freight centre is unsuitably located. It should be moved to the east of Morwell, The establishment of the Morwell freight centre has not resulted in the extension of freight services to Yinnar, Boolarra or Churchill, The Council is concerned that freight rates for goods carried by Vie Rail to the Latrobe Valley are higher than other areas of Victoria, The Council is concerned about the condition of the Princes Highway East, and would oppose deregulation until "adequate duplication of the Princes Highway East has been completed." Public transport has not responded to the growing demands outside the Morwell urban area. 35.
Shire of M6. Rouse The Council considers that a number of developments in western Victoria, in particular the proposed Alcoa development at Portland and Government transport policies, are affecting the transport systen in the Shire, and typical problems are listed. The Council considers that all the listed problems could be overcome by the re-opening of the Hamilton-Koroit (in particular) and the Hamilton-Balmoral•Noradjuha railway lines. The Council is concerned about the effects of cartage of bulk goods on its roads. Shire of Narracan The Oouncil considers that if country rail lines are closed this could accelerate the movement a people to the metropolitan area, to the detriment of country areas. It could also adversely affect the road system, and in particular school bus routes.
Shire of Pakenham The main points in the submission are: There is a low total expenditure on roads in Pakenham from all sources, although the Council's percentage is higher than most other neighbouring Councils. An equitable formula for allocating funds should be derived, Additional funds are required for bridges, Road and bridge possibly should be funded separately,
The State Government should look more closely at the relative proportion of the State's revenue being allocated to roads, The Commonwealth Government should allocate a more realistic proportion of petrol taxes to roads Road classifications should be reviewed. Shire of Portland The Council considers that:
Rail is most suited to the movement of grain and most other heavy freight.
The Port of Portland is the logical seaboard for all grain west of Litchfield as far north into N.S.W, as is economical. 36.
Consideration should be given to the possibility of constructing a rail link between Litchfield and Minyip, and to the upgrading of the Ararat-Portland line. As an alternative to the above point the possibility of reconstructing the Hamilton-Horsham railway line should be examined, If grain continues to be moved to Portland by rail, the effects on the road system should be monitored, with a view to upgrading them without Council contribution. Shire of Rochester The main points raised are that the Council considers: Additional funds are required to maintain and upgrade the road system. Milk collection should be rationalised to minimise milk tanker traffic, Replacement of rail passenger services by road (buses) appears to have been accepted because a better service is produced, Licensing procedures impose unnecessary restrictions on local traders. Shire of South Gippsland lhe main points in the submission are: The Council supports a well organised fuel efficient public transport system based on rail. Deregulation of road transport will result in some transfer from rail to road, but eventually economic factors will force goods to again revento rail, Freight centres should be reviewed, Passenger rail services should be upgraded or replaced with bus services, If the rail system is closed, decentralisation policies should be reviewed sa that incentivies continue for approved decentralised industries. 37.
Shire of Tallangatta The submission proposes: Improved rail services, subsidised if necessary, Provision of subsidised road passenger services to small country towns not served by rail, There should be a jet air-port in the Albury Wodonga district, and air services should be more frequent, Shire of Wannon The submission refers to an earlier submission to the Minister of Transport, and advises that earlier relevant studies are now being updated. The Council is concerned with the effects on the Shire of: The development of growth centres such as the Port of Portland, Alternatives to the State's transport system, such as the closure of sections of railway line without providing adequate alternative systems. Changing traffic patters.
Shire of Warragul Points raised include; Concern about the possible closure of passenger services on the main Gippsland line and on the South Gippsland line, Concern about the effects of deregulation. Open competition could result in loss of freight to rail with adverse effects on country towns due to loss of employment, loss of business by local carriers, and adverse effects on roads, The road rail transport situation should be carefully monitored to avoid adverse effects of deregulation. Shire of Werribee The main points in the submission are: Passenger services on the Melbourne-Werribee line should be upgraded by
(i) completion of electrification to Werribee and the commencement of regul~. suburban train services by the end of 1981, (ii) in the interim, provision of more peak hour trains, with more trains stopping at Laverton. 38,
(iii) improved time-tabling (iv) rapid duplication of the Melbourne-Geelong line. The Council supports a feeder bus service to existing MMTB service at Grieve Parade, Car pooling should be promoted, Toll book vouchers (with a small discount) should be available for trucks and semi-trailers on West Gate Bridge. Road funding should be increased and road classifications reviewed. Shire of Yea The submission recommends: Retain present efficient and convenient private and Vie Rail road passenger services; Introduce an efficient and economical parcel delivery service; Improve Vie Rail service for goods, superphosphate and livestock to counter the efficiency and to ensure the economical operation of private road cartage; Extend the electric power rail network throughout the State; Develop an electric rail service from Hurstbridge to Kinglake and Yea. Withhold railway reserves for sale, to ensure land is available for future needs; Install a freight centre for bulk fertilisers (superphospate, lime, potash, etc.) at Yea. Minimum capacity is suggested to be ·2,000 tonnes Introduce a direct to Melbourne Vie Rail livestock cartage road service. 39.
Victorian Municipal Airport Operators' Association The submission recommends that: The Aerodrome Local Ownership Plan continue to operate and be improved by: (i) the Commonwealth continue to maintain its 50% subsidy for capital and maintenance, and increase the volume of funds provided. (ii) deletion of the concessional air navigation charge where an aeroplane is primarily based away from a local authority aerodrome. (iii) the Victorian Government accept responsibility for 25% of the capital and maintenance costs, i.e., to accept responsibility for~ the current municipal contribution. (iv) the Commonwealth investigate alternatives to the imposition of landing fees. Essendon be retained for general aviation purposes.
(Note: this submission is supported by the Shire of Swan Hill). 40.
§~ SUMMARY OF SUBMISSIONS BY ORGANISATIONS AND OTHER BODIES
Action in Melbourne Considers that Melbourne needs a strong prosperous city centre which acts as a major point of attraction for a range of activities. To encourage this, the patronage of public transport should be increased - by more frequent services reduced off- peak fares, additional fare discounts, priority for public transport etc. Suggests consideration be given to the introduction of trolley buses in some areas, to tramway extensions, and to additional pedestrian subways to the new underground railway stations. A second submission says : The role of private transport in providing direct access to the CBD cannot be under-rated, Public and private transport must be allowed to harmoniously exist.
An inner bypass system around the CBD is essential.
Advisor Committee for the Needs of Handica of Doncaster and Templestowe , The submission summarises current deficiences in public transport, It points out that transport is essential for those with a physical handicap and also that the facilities required by the handicapped are also required by the elderly and by mothers with prams. It recommends Modification of current public transport systems for maximum use. An orgarnsation to co-ordinate services with needs being assessed at the local level, An on-going training programme for public transport staff. Liaison with various handicapped persons organisations
Ansett Pioneer The submission basically argues that interstate inter-city express coaches should be permitted to carry intra-state passengers. 41.
Anti-Ring Road Organisation The submission makes the following points: Transport and economic activity and population movements are closely related. Because of future uncertainties, planning must be flexible. Financial restraints must be recognised Some aspects of the Outer Ring Study were not dealt with satisfactorily. Extension of the standard gauge rail to Geelong and Dandenong should be examined. Australian and Kandos Cement Holdings Pty.Ltd. The submission includes some figures on cement production and transport within and to and from Victoria. The company says that if firmly believes that rail is the most suitable means of transporting the majority of its bulk cement, and with this in mind, has expended a considerable amount of capital in setting up a network of depots on rail in both the metropolitan area and throughout the country, For this reason the company would continue to utilise rail to transport the majority of its bulk cement. It believes, however, that it should be able to use the best transport alternative in each case. Australian Fertilisers Services Association - Victorian Branch 1he Association proposes that there should be a form of transport licensing specifically covering the transport and spreading vehicles used in its industry to protect those in the industry. Australian Industries Development Association A general submission that gives an overview or framework of issues, Aspects addressed include: The importance of transport in the Australian economy. The multiplicity of Government bodies. The need for public goals. The need for a coherent pricing policy. Anti-competitive regulations. Poor industrial relations. 42.
Capital funding and budgeting. Energy considerations. Australian Institute of Petroleum - Transeort Committee. The submission provides information on the distribution of petroleum products in Victoria, and on safety standards. It makes the following points: There should be freedom of choice f8r the transport of petroleum products, with the outcome determined by economics of operation, consistent with safety. Greater use of block or unit train operation in conjunction with large regional storage centres is a possible solution, depending on whether there would be sufficient volume for viability. Bogie exchange standards should be standardised to allow effective interchange of cars between NSW and Victoria. The use of larger capacity combination vehicles on selective routes would improve the efficiency of road transport operation. Uniformity of regulations (standards) would be necessary. The rail system as currently operated requires improvement to make it economically competitive. Australian Institute of Urban Studies The Institute has made available a copy of its report on "Staggered Work Hours and Peak Hour Congestion in Melbourne," and also a copy of a Consultants' report on "Staggered Work Hours Survey - Melbourne." Australian Labor Partl - Healesville Branch The Branch supports retention of the Lilydale-Healesville railway line. The Branch has also made available a copy of "Recommendations for Passenger Transport in the Lilydale-Healesville Area" prepared by the Lilydale and Healesville Branches. 43.
Australian Labor Part~ - Penshurst Branch The Branch submits that rail services should be upgraded in the area to give an efficient and fast service. In particular, it refers to the replacement of rail passenger services between Portland and Ararat by a bus service, and to the need to re-open the rail link between Hamilton and Koroit. Australian Railways Union - Victorian Branch The submission is a comprehensive one, dealing with:
Economic review
(i) National considerations (ii) Victorian considerations
Structural comparison - NSW and Victorian rail systems Freight and revenue
Victorian passenger transport.
The union says that "the central thrust of the submission is the Union's conviction that in the medium und long term - i.e. within the reasonably foreseeable future - the State of Victoria will have an increasing and growing dependence on that unique transportation capacity which a rail system provides. For that reason, preparations must be initiated now to ensure that problems of real magnitude do not develop for the Victorian community and economy." It also says that : Transport planning must recognise the fuel situation Financial problems will not be solved by labour replacing technology, contraction of services and line closures. An effective regulatory mechanism is necessary to ensure a successful future. Australian Road Federation ARF policy is to ensure that adequate funds are provided to meet present and future road needs. The submission points out that better roads conserve energy, reduce motoring costs, promote greater industrial efficiency, provide better relief to persons travelling, and that their construction and maintenance provides employment. 44.
Australian Tramways and Motor Omnibus Employees Association Points in the submission include:- Public transport should be upgraded. Trams should be given priority by means of legislation, or measures such as priority lights, physical separation etc •• All public transport in the metropolitan area should be under the control of one body, and there should be a separate body for intrastate services. The tram system should be extended along most existing routes. Innovative ticket arrangements should be available. Tram services in freeway medians should be considered. Bus operations on the Eastern Freeway (in the off peak direction) should be rationalised The practice of replacing trams by buses on some routes on Sundays should be discontinued. There should be more attention to safety and comfort on trams and buses,
Serious consideration should be given to the electrification of most heavily trafficked bus routes. The third member of the Tramways Board should be elected by all employees of the Board. Bicycle Institute of Victor5a The submission recommends that: Bicycle planning should be an integral part of an integrated State transport oil conservation programme. Cycling should be encouraged by provision of an independent State Bicycle Committee, supported by a State Bicycle Planning Unit Top priority should be given to implementation of the Geelong Bike Plan and the Melbourne Bicycle Strategy Plan. 45.
Education and enforcement programmes being developed in Geelong should be accelerated There should be a public transport marketing survey to determine how best to increase bicycle/train passenger usage A State bikeway design manual should be prepared. A national bicycle planning study should be set up. Funds should be provided to the Institute to enable it to promote bicycling. Blakistons Ltd. Points in the submission included: The company supports the basic philosophy of "freedom for road freight" and "user preference for transport mode" provided (i) some form of "right of entry" is established for new carriers. (ii) any licence conditions and fees are the same for all types of carriers. (iiii rail is protected for long haul transport of bulk commodities only If (a) is not implemented, modifications of licence provisions are suggested. Rate control may be desirable, Details of the company's country freight terminal at Yarraville are given. Business and Professional Womens Club - Swan Hill Branch lhe Bendigo to Swan Hill passenger rail service should be retained. Bus Proerietors Association (Victoria) A public transport service should meet perceived needs in a cost effective manner, respond readily to changes in demand, offer freedom of choice, and eliminate duplication of services, Specifically: A single Authority responsible for all public transport services in each of the larger urban centres (Melbourne, Ballarat, Bendigo and Geelong) would be desirable. 46.
A Metropolitan Transit Authority for Melbourne would result in significant savings and improved services, by measures such as buses to replace trains of low demand, common fare and ticket systems, and monitoring expenditure on transport, The policy of replacing trains by buses should be extended.
Interstate buses should be able to carry intra-state passengers, Bus services should not duplicate each other. Staggering of school hours would reduce bus service problems. Transport services should be considered when school zonings are being fixed. The Association has also made available copies of: A thesis comparing buses and trains for non-urban intra-state passenger survices in N,S.W. A report on Inter-modal Integrated Revenue Control System as used in Copenhagen, Calder Highway Improvement Committee The Committee submits that the Calder Highway between Keilor and Bendigo should be substantially upgraded as a matter of urgency. Cement and Concrete Association of Australia Forwarding literature on concrete roads, and suggesting that greater use should be made of concrete roads, particularly as Middle East crude oil for bitumen continues to increase in price, and as suitable locally occurring materials become scarcer. Committee for the Retention of the Cudgewa Railway Line The submission supports the retention of the Wodonga-Cudgewa railway.
Country Womens Association - Leongatha Branch The Branch expresses concern about the possible effects of deregulation of road transport and the possible closure of railway lines on the people of South Gippsland. 47.
Decentralization and Development Association of Victoria The submission is in three parts: Supports the Victorian Saw-millers Association submission. Considers that additional funds should be made available for road works. Recommends that all restrictions be removed from road transport for decentralized industry.
Eastern Mallee Silo Zone Committee The Committee says that the whole grain industry from production to marketing is a totally inter-related system, and should be an integrated process with co-ordinated management. It also says that farm efficiency and total harvests are likely to increase, and that southern NSW grain could be diverted through Victoria. The submission says that there should be a more flexible attitude to the use of road transport, and that the Balranald line could be phased out. It lists a number of other aspects relating to grain that warrant attention.
Flemington Association Opposed to additional lanes on Tullarmarine Freeway, to its extension to F9, to a direct connection to the Hume, and to the development of Park Street - Brunswick Road. Supports an outer-ring, and suggests road transport terminals should be in outer areas.
Greyhound Travel Centre Pt~.Ltd. A detailed submission that basically argues that coach companies operating interstate services should be able to carry intra state passengers. It says that country rail passenger services are inadequate, and receive too much protection from the TRB and that removal of this protection would result in better passenger services. Healesville Tourist and Promotion Association Forwarding correspondence between the Association and Members of Parliament and authorities concerning the future of the Lilydale to Healesville railway.
Horsham Chamber of Commerce and Indust~ The Chamber is concerned with the standard of passenger train services, and in particular the services between Horsham and Melbourne. 48.
Institution of Engineers, Australia - Ballarat Group The submission consists of the papers presented at a public forum on the Ballarat-Melbourne Rail Link held on 29th October 1979. Institution of Engineers, Australia - Victorian Division The submission consists of copies of papers being earlier submissions: To the Conservation of Energy Resources Committee, To the Board of Inquiry into the M.M.B.W. Commenting on the Draft Transport Plan, Invicta United Bus Services Comments on the use of two way radio in route service buses, Kangaroo Flat Bus Lines Pty,Ltd. Suggests that unless railway rolling stock is upgraded, the public would be better served by bus services instead of rail. Vie Rail should concentrate on bulk and overnight freight. Leongatha Chamber of Commerce and Industry The Chamber submits that deregulation of road transport and possible closure of the South Gippsland line is not in the best interests of the people of the area. It says that : The South Gippsland Highway is now in need of duplication, and it will be overloaded in the event of deregulation. Passenger rail transport is an essential service for South Gippsland, The Korumburra freight centre is working very satisfactorily. Marmalake Receival Zone Committee The submission comments on grain production in general, It then urges that a "careful and considered assessment be made to achieve a workable balance between "local storage, sub terminals and over-flow trucking, Melton Transport Co-ordination Committee The Committee says that public transport services to Melton should be improved. It considers bus transport as the most economic in the short term, but improved rail services are needed in the medium term. 49.
Monash University, Department of Civil Engineering - Transport Group Points in the submission include:
Non metropolitan freight - each mode should be used in the markets to which it is best suited, and transport operators (particularly Vie Rail) should have a clear Government mandate. Road freight regulation - an operators' licensing system, on the lines of the British system is favoured. Urban freight - consideration should be given to ways in which the urban transport and land use planning process can be adopted to explicitly consider needs of goods movements, environmental problems and efficiency of freight distribution. Urban public transport - suggests that all urban public transport should be a responsibility of a metropolitan level of government. Car pooling - legislative changes should be pursued to completion, and selected car pooling schemes should be promoted. Melbourne freeway and major road network road and freeway building should be accelerated,in particular some of the isolated sections of freeways should be linked. Tunnelling should be considered in certain areas. Energy - one of the goals of transport policy should relate to energy conservation. Energy conservation programmes must not be misguided or counter productive. Transport education - ways in which the Victorian Government can more actively involve itself in this area should be considered. Transport research - there should be a significant level of research activity, including research at Victorian Universities. 50.
Mornington Rail Transport Development Committee The submission suggests that railway lines should be retained and upgraded, with all those within 60km of Melbourne being progressively electrified. Particular mention is made of the Frankston-Baxter line. There is also comment on railways administration, social effects and the replacement of the Mornington rail motor by bus. National Democrats Submitting the Party's National Policy on Transport. North East Region of Historical Societies The submission supports the retention of the Wodonga-Cudgewa railway. Northern Municipalities Transport Group The submission deals with: The composition of the Group Comment on the Draft Transport Plan 1978, including notes on principles and policies that should play a greater part·of the Plan. Specific matters in the Northern Suburbs, including (i) improvements and extensions to railway lines (ii) improvements and extensions to tram routes ( iii) re-organisation of bus routes (iv) problems of freight traffic, (V) comments on various road proposals. The Group has also made available a copy of a report on "Northern Melbourne Transport Study'' (Oct. 1979) prepared for it by a Consultant. Northern Suburbs Public Transport Action Group The submission deals with tramway services. It proposes increasing spending on the tram network and on vehicles, new tram routes, better co-ordination of services, priority for trams, improved comfort, and no further fare increases. 51.
Newport Workshops Shop Committee The main points in the submission are that
The Newport workshops should be retained and expanded. The workshops have a strong potential for efficient production, which is hampered by managerial rather than workforce problems. The workshops have a strong potential for low cost production.
Phillip Island and District Chamber of Commerce The Chamber sought the views of local business people and private citizens on transport issues in the area. Copies of replies to the Chamber are attached to its submission.
The Chamber also submits that: Urgent attention should be paid to the upgrading of roads and public transport to the area. There is merit in a vehicular ferry service on a regular basis between the Mornington Peninsula and Cowes. There is a need for some subsidy for public transport for pensioners living on Phillip Island. Phosphate Co-operative Company of Australia Ltd. The submission discusses: The current and future roles of rail freight, including advantages and disadvantages. The current and future roles of road freight, including advantages and disadvantages. The current role of regional storage. Market growth.
The submission says that fertiliser is a high volume product that must be efficiently distributed to the rural industry. 52.
The Company "supports the maintenance of an efficient rail distribution network throughout Victoria which will operate in harmony with road transport operations. We believe it is essential that the quantity and standard of rolling stock be upgraded. Portland Development Committee The Port of Portland is recognised as a key factor in the future growth of Western Victoria and the South-east of South Australia, and the submission says that much of the area's future development will occur as a direct result of port utilisation, Port trade has more than doubled over the past 5 years. Points in the submission include: Effective and co-ordinated rail, road and sea transport are essential to the economic development of the whole region. The Committee supports the concept of unrestricted road, rail and sea transport in open competition. Rail has an extremely important role to play in the development of Western Victoria. The Committee supports retention of the Hamilton Noradjuha railway line. The Committee is concerned that "ghost freights" for traffic to Portland (hauled via Ararat) may later be withdrawn as freight charges are rationalised, A rail link between Mildura and Patchewollock would provide substantial savings in the movement of goods. Regulation of road traffic and excessive traffic freight rates, discourage some shipments away from the Port. Railway freight rates for containers are unrealistic. Passenger services, including air services, should be reviewed. Main considerations should be speed, comfort and efficiency, with a regular time-table. 53.
Principal, Kaniva High School Expresses concern about the possibility that Vie Rail country passenger services might be replaced by private buses, as he considers that country students could be disadvantaged, and he suggests ways in which passengers could be attracted to rail.
Professional Transport Drivers Association A comprehensive submission that discusses some background information and then sets out the Association's suggestions for improvements in the following areas: Grain and grain handling Superphosphate cartage and distribution
Liquid fuel cartage and distribution General goods cartage and distribution
It also comments on the proficiency of road transport operators, and on the closure of rail branch lines. Professional Transport Drivers Association - Mildura Branch The Branch supports the above submission by the PTDA. It also says: All permits for intrastate cartage of general freight should be abolished. That regulation on a competency basis, and if necessary as a last resort, on a quota basis to restrict entry to the industry is supported.
Ro~al Australian Planning Institute Points made in the submission include: The Study should give due regard to other relevant studies, such as the current M.M.B,W. work on metropolitan structure,
Different modes have characteristics that enable them to serve some needs better than others. The transport administration should enable the most appropriate modes to be chosen.
Transport systems should serve the needs of people. Criteria are needed as a basis for assessing monitoring and changing the system to achieve long term objectives. 54.
All forms of transport (including pedestrian, cyclist, mini-bus, shared taxi etc.) must be considered. Social aspects, including community expectations and acceptance, as well as economic, physical and management aspects must be considered, The study should explore and set down goals and expectations for the transport system, and public transport is discussed in this regard. The existing authorities and processes to provide for current and future transport needs should be critically assessed. Some specific issues such as energy, local transport, transport economics, transport information, management, community involvement are discussed, Royal Automobile Club of Victoria The R.A.C.V. requests that its earlier comments on the Draft Transport Plan 1978 be included as a part of its submission. The submission can be summarised as follows:- The appropriate strategy of urban development is to utilise limited resources by encouraging growth in selected urban corridors and around sub-centres. For the foreseeable future the motor vehicle will continue to be the best provider of mobility and accessibility. Rising fuel costs will lead to some suppression of car travel, and this will lead to an increased likelihood that people will choose work places closer to their homes. Public transport systems have an important role to play in relation to the C.B.D. and in the case of developed sub-centres in selected corridors. Public transport policies need to be reviewed to recognise and give greater priority to road based transport of people and goods. The need for transportation management on a regional basis is of paramount importance. A Department of Motor Vehicles should be established. 55.
Selkirk Brick Pty.Ltd, Forwarding copies of : A submission made to the Distribution of Popumtion Joint Committee by the Ballarat Group of the Victorian Chamber of Manufacturers (1960) "The Case for the Immediate Withdrawal of the Road Transport Permit System" by the Combined Executive of the Ballarat Chambers of Commerce and Manufacturers (1977) A submission to the Public Forum on the Ballarat Melbourne Rail Link conducted by the ~allarat Branch of the Institution of Engineers (1979).
H.C. Sleigh Aviation Ltd. The submission provides: A brief history of the Company. Information on the present position regarding the Company. A discussion on local commuter services.
A discussion on regular public air transport for Victoria. A discussion on proposed regulatory procedures.
South Gippsland Conservation Society - Leongatha Branch. The Society favours the retention of all country rail lines in the interest of fuel economics and protection of the roadside environment. A supplementary submission deals with the environmental effects of the various modes of transport, and suggestions related to these, Town and Country Planning Association. The T.C.P.A. has forwarded a copy of its transport policy. The policy emphasises: The need for energy conservation and the wise use of liquid transport fuels, The role, of urban form in providing access to facilities, The role of public transport,
The need to integrate transport planning with land use and development planning, 56,
The need for an adequate State and metropolitan planning structure, Suggestions for reorganisation of the Ministry of Transport, Details of a recommended transport policy for Melbourne. Traffic Action The main points in the submission are: A transportation system needs to balance the full social and e2onomic costs to the community. The continued use of the motor car and the need to allow for this is assumed. The M.M.B.W. hierarchy of roads study is considered to be in direct conflict with many of the stated aims of the Draft Transport Plan. The aim of a balanced transport system should be to build on strengths and to minimize weaknesses. The optimum balance between public and private transport varies within the metropolitan area. The maximum utilisation of public transport is supported. The joint principles of decentralisation and recycling of facilities and services are supported. The rationalisation of heavy freight by establishing regional freight centres is supported. Transport decisions must consider the total balance of gain and loss to the community. Hidden transport costs, such as effects of air and noise pollution, social costs, etc., must all be considered, 57.
Tram Travellers Association A comprehensive submission setting out proposals for: Financial policies to encourage use of public transport~
new cost accounting procedures to indicate the true cost of each mode, and to equalise market competition. increasing taxes on petrol to replace fixed motoring costs.
removing tax deductions for car ~ravel. tax deductions for public transport journeys to work.
Urban Policies~ implement the Melbourne strategy plan. encourage high and medium density near transport modes. require private development to pay for public transport facilities to serve them. Transport Policies: aim for an ultimate 40 Km/h speed limit on residential streets. limit urban freeway development, and develop an improved country road network. curtail further parking development. improve bus-tram-train transfer facilities. consider staggered working hours. Rail Policies: modernise rolling stock. increase productivity of staff. tax factories and officers that establish away from transport modes. set up guidelines for the maintenance or elimination of country lines, Administration Policies, restructure the management of the VRB. establish a Metropolitan Transport Authority, improve the standard of rail management. 58.
Tram and Bus Travellers Association A comprehensive submission that proposes:
The draft Transport Plan should be re-submitted under a different structure. Centralised urban form should be encouraged. A series of objectives and policies. Psychological analyses are required to determine why different modes are used. Public transport is more energy efficient than the motor car. Adoption of parking and commercial development policies to encourage use of public transport. Reconstitution of the T.R.B. Provide M.M.T.B. representation on the T.R.B. and R.D.S.T,A. Prevent anti-tram policies Improve the efficiency of the M.M.T.B. Extend tram and bus routes. Passengers should have representation on the V,R,B. and M.M.T.B. A second submission sets out more detail on: One man operation of buses and trams. Passenger representation on V.R.B. and M.M.T.B. Introduction of 12.2 metre buses. Articulated buses. Transport Workers Union of Australia - Victorian Branch A detailed submission that: Sets out background information on the trucking industry and a description of its problems. Stresses the need for efficiency in transport operations. 59,
Emphasises effects of rising fuel costs. Discusses speed limits, driver training, and traffic management. Submits there is a case for co-ordinated management of traffic regulation and related aspects. Urban Freight Group Forwarding a detailed report on freight movement in Melbourne. The report is in two parts: Urban Freight - Problems, Policies and Prospects. The Freight Industry. Victorian Automobile Chamber of Commerce. The general approach and principles evident, in the Draft Transport Plan 1978 are endorsed, VACC agrees that the best use must be made of both public transport and road systems. It also agrees that for much of the transport task there is no alternative to the car. The VACC acknowledges that oil is a finite resource, but it does not consider it a scarce resource "in a long term global sense," It refers to an article in the Petroleum Economist January 1980. The VACC supports the introduction of compulsory road worthiness inspections on an annual basis for all motor vehicles, It has included an Historic Resume of this topic in the submission. The VACC submits that positive action should be taken to encourage mopeds, and has forwarded a copy of its submission on mopeds to the Joint Select Committee on Road Safety.
Victorian Chambers of Commerce and Industrx The submission includes the following points: Planning policies should ensure complementary road and rail networks to conserve energy and to serve the needs of different groups, The electrification of rail networks should be accelerated, Efforts should be made to provide a reliable and efficient rail freight service, Minimum rail freight rates should be reviewed. 60.
Recommendations of the Bland Report should be implemented. Decisions to withdraw rail services should be revie~ed.
The development of viable decentralised communities is dependent on the development of efficient transport modes. Victorian Chamber of Manufacturers The submission emphasises that transport is of great importance to manufacturing industries, and hence to the economy of the State.
It suggests that the follo~ing aspects need investigation:
The regulation of transport, to ascertain to ~hat extent it is justified, and ~hat costs it covers. Rail services, and in particular damage to goods, and speed and reliability of delivery.
Means of increasing accessibility to nat~onal markets. Transport requirements to areas of special development, such as Alcoa at Portland. Upgrading of roads, including traffic signal co-ordination. Energy supply. A State transport policy that takes account of the needs of the market, and other policies relating to planning, decentralization, energy and environment is considered essential. Victorian Employers' Federation The Federation submits that: Much greater emphasis needs to be put on upgrading and improving the public passenger transport system in the metropolitan area. Measures need to be taken to act as a disincentive to the use of the motor car as a means of commuting to the CBD. In this regard, it suggests restrictive car parking provision ~ithin, say, 5km of the G.P.O., but ~ith the provision of car parking areas ~t selected suburban locations. 61.
In the field of interstate freight transport the future holds a marked shift in emphasis from road to rail. Holliever, the Federation says that railways systems will not be able to cope lliith this future demand unless equipment and operations are modernised and updated.
De-regulation of road transport should promote greater efficiency and hence lower costs. The Federation also raises for consideration the feasibility or otherwise of the rental of railway facilities.
Victorian Farmers and Graziers Association. lhe Association's general views on transport, and specific comments on requirements of the major primary production commodities, are set out. Specific points include: Primary producers require an efficient, flexible and reliable rail service, De-regulation and freedom of choice of modes could result in increased transport charges, Vie Rail must be in a position to determine the costs of providing its different services - so the community can be aware of those services provided at less than cost, and the reasons for this action. Vie Rail should receive more funds to carry out urgently required capital works. Additional funds should flow to local authorities and the CRB, There should be more vigorous, independent transport Ministry to advise the Minister on appropriate policies. The grain wagon fleet, and rail lines, should be upgraded, and there should be better liaison between the authorities associated with grain transport. There is no point in continuing to impose regulations on the transport of lliool (40% now travels by rail). 62.
livestock rail services are inadequate and unrealiable. Perishable dairy and horticultural products require fast, reliable and flexible transport. The Association has made a supplementary submission on the transport of superphosphate. It has also made available a note on "A comparison bet\lleen a farmers costs of carting grain to a local silo or to a railway sub-terminal."
Victorian Farmers and Graziers Association - Wimmera District Commodity Council of the Grain Council. The Council submits that grain is the major growth industry in Victoria, and that attention should be given to : Upgrading and making more efficient rail services, particularly on the Melbourne Adelaide and Ararat Portland lines. Ghost freight" rates. Rail passenger services (and the possibility of passenger bus services). The loop rail line at the Geelong Wheat Terminal. Victorian Farmers and Graziers Association - Balmoral Branch The submission presents a case for the retention and upgrading of the Hamilton-Noradjuha railway line. Victorian Football league, A comprehensive submission that discusses VFl Park, changing structures of cities, the future growth of Melbourne, energy and transport implications. It recommends the introduction of the trolley bus form of public transport to meet our future needs. Victorian Road Transeort Association Even with a "customer choice" policy some measures of control must be retained. All professional carriers should be granted the same operating conditions throughout the State. It is suggested that, at registration, a combined registration and licence be issued. The Association proposes that requirements of good character and necessary qualifications and financial stability remain. 63.
Ancillary vehicles should satisfy the same conditions and fees as professional carriers. Specialised licences should be considered for nominated commodities. Free competition between road and rail is favoured. Rail freight rates should be realistic. Vie Rail should not operate further road vehicles. The number of regulatory bodies should be reduced, and desirably, all functions of this nature should be merged under on~ authority.
There should be legislation relating to liability for freight, Road closures, etc., should be under the control of one authority, and local Council proposals should be referred to that authority. Freeways and ring roads are necessary and in particular a bypass around the CBD should be built, Victorian Saw-Millers Association The first part of the submission describes the saw-milling industry in general terms - aspects discussed are location, mill size, employment, value, market, and transport,
The second part of the submission deals with the East Gippsland and Heyfield segments of the industry. It recommends: That the saw-milling industry as an approved decentralised industry be granted full transport benefits available to other such industries, All saw-millers be deregulated, Gippsland saw-millers immediately be given the option of sending 50% of their sawn timber by road, While enforced use of rail remains, TRB permits be based on yearly usage and not monthly as is currently the situation. Victorian Stock Agents Association The Association expresses concern about the lack of services and facilities being provided by Vie Rail for the transport of livestock. It suggests that:
Vie Rail should dramatically increase its service by way of new equipment and must confirm with time schedules, 64.
It is essential that the industry be serviced by an efficient modern railvay service. Vie Rail should establish an advisory board to consist of all sectors of the industry so constant communication can be maintained. An industrial agreement should be entered into betveen Vie Rail and the Union providing that once livestock is loaded it is assured of reachino its designated destination according to schedule: Victorian Taxi Association The submission outlines the involvement of taxis in the overall transport system. It then briefly outlines future needs and requirements of a comprehensive transport system. It says that the gap in existing services is the provision of a full service "paratransit" system that vill provide for shared demand responsive, or pre-arranged, transport for small groups of children, the elderly, and handicapped, particularly in low density communities. It says that the taxi industry, with the likely use of larger multi-use van type vehicles, could, with Government capital assistance, be a major provider of such services.
In a further submission the Association says: Some relief from Government taxes and charges would result in lower fares and thus a better used taxi service. Melbourne taxi depots have invested heavily in sophisticated two-way radio systems. There is potential for an expanding role for taxis in programmes of share rides for the disadvantaged and handicapped. The taxi industry could cater for the "community transport systems" that are now being accepted as a Governemnt responsibility. The industry should not be self regulated. The concept of Government regulation has proven to be in the industry's best interests. The industry desires a role in T.R.B. decision making, The industry is concerned with the expansion of Council or Government subsidised community bus services. 65.
Western Improved Passenger Service Group lhe Group is advocating improved passenger services for the western line to Serviceton, and its associated branches, and particularly for Ballarat and areas closer to Melbourne. It considers the main deficiencies are lack of funds for improvements, lack of good air-conditioned stock, lack of a regular morning commuter service, lack of refreshments on trains, lack of adequate crossing loops, and lack of adequate motive power. Western Victorian Transport Committee. The Committee considers that the following matters are of general importance to the transport system in Western Victoria. The long term cost of upgrading and maintaining a road system equal to an efficient rail system is a burden on the community.
Alcoa 1 s development at Portland will be reflected by a growth factor throughout the hinterland, This will be an entirely different situation to that which prevailed during the times of the Bland Report of 1971-72. The future cost of fuel will react sharply against the current road alternative which contributes to a high wastage of fuel and resources. The reorientation of grain traffic since the introduction by the State Government of a single grain handling authority favours a direct north south link. There is a cost to the community in the form of the subsidy on road transport of grain and wool to Portland end the transport of superphosphate from Portland to the Hinterland. A good efficient passenger system is needed to serve the projected needs of Western Victoria. 66.
7. LIST OF DISCUSSIONS
In addition to those who both made submissions and had discussions with the Study Group (denoted by an * in the list of written submissions in section 2) the following have also had discussions with the Study Group. Members of Parliament lhe Parliamentary National Party The Hon. Mrs. G. Baylor MLC The Hon. B.A. Chamberlain MLC The Hon. D,G, Crozier llljLC The Hon K. I. ltJright MLC Mr. S.M. Crabb MLA Mr. A• T. Evans MLA Mr. E.J. Hann MLA Mr. \rJ • D• McGrath MLA Mr. N M Mcinnes MLA Mr. D.K. McKellar Individuals Professor M. Beesley (Transmark) Mr. D. Chalmers (Balranald) Mr. S. Collins (Bairnsdale) Mr. H. Johnson (Warrnambool) Mrs. M. Lambert (Healesville) Mr. J.L. Loder (Loder and Bayly) Mr. J. Lovell (Orbost) Mr. R.D. Murphy (Rochester) Dr. B. Warner (Transmark) Mr. R. Williams (Rochester) Mr. R.D. Williams (Gray and Williams) 67.
Government Agencies and Related Bodies Representatives of the following: Commonwealth Department of Transport (Victorian - Tasmanian Region) Education Department (Transport Section) Ministry for Planning Portland Harbour Trust Public Works Department - Ports and Harbours Division State Co-ordination Council Support Staff Town and Country Planning Board Transport Region Consultative Committee - Gippsland Transport Region Consultative Committee - Metropolitan Transport Region Consultative Committee - North Eastern Transport Region Consultative Committee - Northern Transport Region Consultative Committee - South Western Transport Region Consultative Committee - Western Transport Regulation Board - Bairnsdale Region Transport Regulation Board - Ballarat Region Transport Regulation Board - Geelong Region Transport Regulation Board - Horsham Region Transport Regulation Board - Morwell Region Treasury Department Victoria Police
Municipal Councils and Related Bodies Representatives of the following: City of Ballarat City of tUldura City of Swan Hill Town of Portland Shire of Daylesford Shire of Healesville Shire of tHldura Shire of thrboo Shire of Swan Hill Shire of \1oor ay 1 Municipal Association of Victoria. 68.
Organisations and Other Bodies Representatives of the following: Ansett Transport Industries (Mildura) Australian Federated Union of Locomotive Enginemen Ballarat Chamber of Commerce Barry Beach Marine Terminal Benders Busways Pty.Ltd. Blakistons Ltd. (Ballarat Branch) East Gippsland Live Stock Transport Operators Esanda Ltd. Latrobe Valley Bus lines (Morwell) Little's Bus Service (Daylesford) T.A. McGlashan Pty.ltd, (Mildura) North West Skyways Rail Commuter Group (Healesville) Red-line Coaches (Launceston) Save the Rail Committee (Healesville) Stockdale Stores Pty.Ltd, (Ballarat) Swan line Transport (Swan Hill) Unigate Australia Pty.ltd, (Toora) Victorian Farmers and Graziers Association - West Wimmera District Council Victorian Flour Millers Association Wimmera World Travel Centre (Horsham) Yarra Glen Railway Group 69.
8. LIST OF INSPECTIONS
During the course of the Study, the Study Group travelled extensively and made a number of inspections both in the metropolitan area and at various places throughout the State.
Outside the Melbourne metropolitan area, the main centres visited were: Albury, Bairnsdale, Ballarat, Balmoral, Beech Forest, Bendigo, Daylesford, Drouin, Echuca, Foster, Geelong, Hamilton, Healesville, Heywood, Horsham, Leongatha, Mildura, Morwell, Orbost, Portland, Swan Hill, Talbot, Wangaratta, Warragul, Waygarra, Wodonga and Wycheproof.
The following inspections were made: Melbourne and Dynon Railway Freight Terminals Dandenong Railway Goods Yard Westall Railway Goods Yard Stawell Railway Goods Yard Horsham Regional Freight Centre Korumburra Regional Freight Centre Orbost Regional Freight Centre Wodonga Railway Station and Freight Centre Albury Railway Station Avoca Railway Station Healesville Railway Station Mildura Railway Station St. Arnaud Railway Station Wycheproof Railway Station Wodonga Railway Coal Siding and Fertilizer Handling Proposed Bandianna Saleyards and Container Depot Area Newport Railway Workshops Bairnsdale-Orbost Railway Hamilton-Noradjuha (Balmoral) Railway 70.
Marmalake Grain Sub-Terminal LongerenongAgricultural College Comet Overnight Transport, Freight Terminal, Footscray Coles New World Supermarket (Doncaster) Night Fill Operation Port of Melbourne Port of Geelong Port of Portland Horsham Municipal Airport Portland Municipal Airport West Gate Bridge City of Knox Australian Char Co. Pty.Ltd. ( Morwell) Australian Paper Manufacturers - Maryvale A.M.P. Forests Pty.Ltd., Saw Mill -Waygarra Bellinghams Freight Depot - Leongatha Heyfield Logging Company Pty.ltd. - Heyfield State Electricity Commission's Briquette Factory - Morwell Miles and Sons Warehouse and Cold Store Pty.ltd. - Wodonga Farmers and Graziers Co-operative Co. Ltd. - Albury (Wool Handling)