Preferred sites identified for park and ride.
Launceston is on track for new park and ride facilities, with two preferred locations identified.
Following assessment of multiple sites, the locations, have been agreed for further investigation by the Tasmanian Government and the City of Launceston.
The two sites that are being progressed are located at:
- Invermay Road in Mowbray; and
- Westbury Road corridor, in Prospect.
Both sites are on high frequency bus corridors.
Park and ride facilities have been shown to increase public transport usage, providing commuters with a comfortable and easy alternative to driving.
Work is now underway on concept designs for the two sites and if the locations work as required, a decision on whether to proceed will be made in consultation with Council. More details on the location of the sites and consultation with the community will occur once further discussions with Council on concept designs are completed.
A consultant has also been engaged to develop park and ride feasibility studies for other corridors in the Launceston area. All sites are being considered against a base framework which includes location, potential patronage levels, a site’s suitability for a park and ride, value for money, including any land acquisition costs, and proximity to the CBD and existing public transport services.