Mordialloc Freeway a step closerAs we welcome in the new year, we’re saying thank you for your feedback as part of the Environment Effects Statement (EES) for the Mordialloc Freeway.

Community consultation is an important part of what we do and you’ll continue to hear from us as the project progresses.

EES public exhibition closesThank you to everyone who shared their local knowledge and provided us with valuable input as part of the public exhibition period for the EES.

During the 50 days of public exhibition, Planning Panels Victoria received over 100 submissions. These will now be reviewed by an independent panel.

The themes emerging from the submissions focussed on:

• noise reduction for local residents

• traffic flow on nearby roads

• maintaining vegetation for native wildlife and migratory birds

• the look and feel of the freeway.

You can also still view the EES documents on the Mordialloc Freeway project website.

COMMUNITY UPDATE MORDIALLOC FREEWAY

JANUARY 2019

Image above: Artist impression of Springvale Road.

Your feedbackTell us about your experience with the Mordialloc Freeway EES. We’d like to hear from you to get a better understanding of your awareness of this project, the EES and how we can best communicate with you.

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Next stepsOur EES report, with findings from the 13 studies, and your submissions are now being independently assessed by a joint Inquiry and Advisory Committee (IAC).

The IAC, appointed by the Minister for Planning, held a Directions Hearing on Thursday 31 January.

During this day, procedures for the Panel Hearing were explained and arrangements made to schedule submitters to speak if required at the Panel Hearings.

All hearings are open for the community to attend.

Panel HearingsCommencing Monday 25 February 2019 The Dingley International Hotel 334 Boundary Road Dingley Village

Out and aboutIn late 2018, we were out in Aspendale Gardens, Waterways and Dingley Village on week nights and weekends.

We spoke to residents, business owners and special interest groups to provide information about the Mordialloc Freeway.

We discussed the outcomes of the EES studies and where you can find information on:

• proposed height and location of noise barriers

• proximity of the freeway to homes

• current and predicted traffic volumes on the freeway and nearby roads

• the types and locations of fauna crossings implemented as part of the design.

We’re right around the corner

Don’t forget that you can drop in for a chat about all things Mordialloc Freeway.

Join us at the Mordialloc Freeway Info Hub during business hours and speak with members of the project team. We’re located at 358 Boundary Road in Dingley Village.

For more Information

To stay up-to-date on the EES process, visit roadprojects.vic.gov.au and subscribe for updates, email contact@roadprojects.vic.gov.au or call 1800 105 105.

January 2019

Directions Hearing

February – March 2019

• Panel Hearings

• Submitters may be invited to present in person

• Independent inquiry considers EES and public submissions

April – May 2019

Victorian Minister for Planning will make final assessment

Mid – late 2019

Construction begins

Late 2021

Freeway completed

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