Arterial Road Funding A Win For Growth Areas

The Property Council has welcomed the Victorian Government’s announcement of major road funding for growth areas.Property Council Victorian Executive Director, Sally Capp, said the $1.8 billion investment for outer western roads was essential for livability in our new suburban areas. “Melbourne’s growth areas do not enjoy the same standards of infrastructure as our established suburbs.“The Property Council recommended in 2015 the Government establish a Growth Areas Road Transport Fund to reverse the infrastructure deficit. We are delighted the Government has adopted our recommendation.“Infrastructure provision is essential in growth areas to ensure Melbournians enjoy the best living standards.