Department of Transport and Planning

All six of RISING Melbourne's 2024 Art Trams, Blak on Track, curated by Jarra Steel, are now on the tracks. This year’s work are a movable tapestry of mediums, styles and ideas—a celebration of the breadth and dynamism of First Peoples expression enriching the city. Melbourne Art Trams is presented in partnership with Yarra Trams and Creative Victoria 📸 James Morgan

Over the past six months, we've engaged with Victorians across the state to help develop a plan for Victoria. We’ve identified eight Big Ideas that have come from over 9,000 pieces of data through more than 850 hours of engagement with the community, local councils and stakeholders. Now, it's your turn to explore these ideas and share how we can bring them to life. Have your say on these Big Ideas at https://lnkd.in/eDgHeVrQ

Transdev John Holland have been awarded a new long term contract to run Melbourne’s iconic tram network. The new contract has new, higher standards to support the unprecedented investment in our tram infrastructure, technology and the Next Generation Trams. For more information, please visit https://lnkd.in/gKxnuJ9q

The Smarter Roads program is transforming Melbourne’s arterial road network, improving journey reliability, and reducing delays in response to increasing traffic volumes. We've invested in technology and specialist personnel to help better monitor and manage congestion in Melbourne's most challenging areas- the west, east and south-east. Discover how the Smarter Roads program will benefit Melbourne's road users into the future at smarterroads.vic.gov.au

Australia has one of the largest shipping tasks in the world with over 99% of our international trade carried by sea. Victorians are dependent on global shipping and the seafarers who work in this industry. The Victorian Government is stepping up to support the seafarers who keep our world moving. Long stretches away from family and friends can take a toll. That’s why we're introducing Wi-Fi access and mental health and wellbeing support programs in the Ports of Melbourne, Geelong, Hastings, and Portland. Seafarers can stay connected with loved ones and get support while in port. We know their jobs are tough, this is our way of making it a bit easier. For more information, visit https://lnkd.in/gsMzAkGP

The Arden urban renewal project is set to transform North Melbourne's industrial areas into a vibrant neighbourhood over 30 years. Located just northwest of Melbourne's CBD, Arden offers a unique opportunity for developers with its government-backed land holdings and excellent transport links. With its focus on public transport and pedestrian-friendly design, Arden will be a people-centric space. Plus, its growth potential promises significant economic, social, and environmental benefits for Melbourne and Victoria. Interested in being part of this transformative project? More information is available on the Buying for Victoria Supplier portal at https://tenders.vic.gov.au

We're happy to announce the launch of the new Victorian Planning Portal - https://lnkd.in/ghfAFb2x The new Victorian Planning Portal marks the culmination of the four-year digital planning reform program. It makes the planning process quicker and easier by providing a single entry point to Victoria’s digital planning and data services in a more intuitive experience. The portal connects planning professionals, applicants and proponents, councils and referral agencies with all their digital planning tools in one place. Find out more at https://lnkd.in/gBiEYS3c

We’re thrilled to see how technology can bring innovative solutions in making public transport more accessible. Through our partnership with LaunchVic, we're proud to be part of the CivVicLabs Transport Access Challenge Showcase. Last week, ten startups presented their ideas for this challenge. Each startup received $15,000 in funding to develop their solutions to the question, "How might we use technology to ensure that all passengers have fair and equitable access to public transport?" Special thanks to our Chief Accessibility Advocate, Tricia Malowney OAM DLI MAICD BA - for being part of the judging panel, our Director of Transport Accessibility and Inclusion, David Simmonds - for his time mentoring participants and Transport Accessibility and Inclusion manager, Alastair Stewart for his support. We're excited to see how these initiatives will lead to a more accessible future.

Draft housing targets have been set out for Victorian councils with a focus on delivering housing near existing infrastructure, like public transport and essential services. In short, building more homes where people want to live in Melbourne and regional cities. The state-wide targets aim to support the creation of the 2.24 million new homes Victoria will need by 2051. This includes: 🏡Banyule: +47,000 homes 🏡Boroondara: +67,000 homes 🏡Hobsons Bay: +31,000 homes 🏡Stonnington: +51,000 homes 🏡Greater Geelong: +139,800 homes 🏡Greater Shepparton: +14,500 homes We'll be consulting and collaborating with councils on how the housing targets might best apply to their municipalities - giving them confidence in where new homes will be built in Victoria, as well as a clear pathway for their planning and delivery. Developing a new plan for Victoria will ensure there is a shared vision for delivering more homes for Victorians. Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/gSiuPfBi

Here's the second tram of RISING Melbourne's First Peoples Melbourne Art Trams featuring the work of Milla Morgan (Wiradjuri/Yorta Yorta). Milla says her tram, titled ‘I just wanted to say sorry’, is “a work of reflection, an honest and true representation of what First Nations art looks like, an attempt to reframe one’s perception of what is expected." Look out for it on routes 1, 16 and 19. 2024 First Peoples Melbourne Art Trams is curated by Jarra Karalinar Steel (Boonwurrung/Wemba Wemba). Presented in partnership wiith Yarra Trams and Creative Victoria 📸 James Morgan