This petition of certain residents of the Australian Capital Territory draws to the attention of the Assembly the urgent need for re-assessment of a current plan by the Major Capital Works section of the Directorate of Territory and Municipal Services, Roads ACT, to advance the construction of a one-way connection of Parkes Way to Allara Street.
We, the undersigned residents of Canberra, respectfully submit that this proposal would create enormous access problems for the very many citizens who use the Canberra Olympic Pool and gymnasium, the residents and employees of Allara Street and those who wish to access the lake and Commonwealth Park.
Your petitioners therefore request the Assembly to put on hold and to fully re-evaluate this proposal in the context of the Government's wider vision for Canberra, including the aims for public transport, tourism, safety, health and lifestyle issues.