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Common Sense Approach To Spit Bridge Welcomed


Common Sense Approach To Spit Bridge Welcomed

Author: NRMADate: 07 August 2008

The NRMA is pleased the State Government has adopted many of its proposals for fixing traffic congestion on the Spit Bridge and wants the changes introduced without delay.

NRMA local director, Geoff Toovey, said making the most of traffic tidal flow, extending clearways, reducing the amount of times the Spit Bridge opened and giving buses a smoother run would help ease congestion in the short-term.

"The NRMA has been working hard to make the Spit Bridge a priority for the State Government - many of these proposals will help improve traffic flow in the short-term and we are pleased the Government has taken our advice," Mr Toovey said.

"NRMA research showed that the Pittwater Rd and the Spit Bridge are the slowest routes in Sydney - local motorists will be pleased we are starting to see some action.

"We also welcome the introduction of GPS to give buses a smoother run.

"However, we need more buses.

"One of the most common complaints I receive from members on the northern beaches is that buses are often at capacity before they have even reached Warringah Mall."

Mr Toovey said he was committed to working with the State Government to see a long-term solution to the Spit Bridge.

"We want the State Government to begin dialogue today with residents along the northern beaches about what solution will best meet the community’s needs," Mr Toovey said.

"This old bridge needs to be upgraded."

Mr Toovey said the NRMA was prepared to provide the RTA with all the assistance it needed to clear broken down vehicles faster.

"Our patrols get to broken down members within the hour on 94 per cent of occasions."

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