Engagement Findings from Phase 1 - Update December 2024
Thank you to everyone who participated in Phase 1 of the engagement with our community on proposed changes around Coniston Train Station.
About the Project
In Coniston, the community was being asked to share their thoughts on improvements at two locations by the Coniston Train Station. The locations were:
- Gladston Avenue – New footpath, wheel stops and kerb ramps
- Pathway between Bridge Street and Miller Street – Lighting improvements
There were 36 submissions made in relation to the proposed works at Gladstone Avenue and Bridge Street / Miller Street.
Results
Question 1: Do you agree that this plan will improve safety for pedestrians and cyclists in Coniston and lead to better access of the Train Station?Question 2: What do you think about the proposed introduction of a footpath and wheel stops on Gladstone Avenue where the train station parking bay area is currently located?
Question 3: What do you think about the introduction of lighting on the eastern side of the trainline, between Bridge Street and Miller Street?
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If you would like to understand the feedback in more detail, you can read the complete Engagement Report for this, and the 6 other train stations included in this project.
Additional improvements
Transport for NSW announced a suite of significant improvements to Coniston Train Station that will occur in conjunction with the proposed works by Council. These include adding new lifts and stairs, accessible parking and toilets. You can read more about this by visiting the project’s page - Coniston Station Upgrade | Transport for NSW.
Next Steps
Council will now consider all the feedback provided by the community regarding the proposed changes to Coniston Train Station.
All feedback is important and is one factor in the decision-making process for Council. The graphic below shows some of the factors we consider in our decision making:
This project will have another phase of consultation where the community can participate in. the second phase, we will check back in with the community to finalise the detailed designs and take any last comments before we start construction.
All previous participants and the broader community will be notified via the Our Wollongong website.
