The opportunity for Territorians to have input into the future strategic direction for Darwin regional transport will close on 18 December.

Last month the Department of Transport released the draft Darwin Regional Transport Plan as a key component of the Northern Territory Government’s Integrated Transport Planning and Investment Roadmap. 

The plan is a major step in delivering efficient and sustainable transport that encourages the ongoing development of a liveable and economically vibrant Darwin region.

The draft Plan is based on a range of transport studies and detailed transport modelling and responds to the 2015 Darwin Regional Land Use Plan to ensure effective integration of transport and land use planning.

Department of Transport Chief Executive Andrew Kirkman said it was the first regional Transport Plan to be prepared for the Territory. It is expected that further regional plans will be developed to coordinate transport planning for other regions and major centres.

“The draft Plan is based on a range of transport studies and detailed transport modelling and responds to the 2015 Darwin Regional Land Use Plan to ensure effective integration of transport and land use planning,” Mr Kirkman said.

The Department of Transport is seeking feedback on the draft Darwin Regional Transport Plan to assist in finalising the Plan.

A copy of the draft Plan is available at the Department of Transport’s website at www.transport.nt.gov.au/publications/strategies-and-plans/darwin-regional-transport-plan

Submissions can be made in writing to: Darwin Regional Transport Plan, Transport Planning, Policy and Reform, Department of Transport GPO Box 2520, Darwin, NT 0810.

Or by email: policy.transport@nt.gov.au. Further information is available on 8924 7965.

Media contact: Bruce Cutler 0457 509 133