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3.6 BUS ZONES
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Figure 3.6-1:
Typical bus zone sign.
Bus zones are critical to the effective operation of bus services in town
centres. Competition for kerbside parking usually requires that bus stops
be formalised through “Bus Zone” signposting, so that bus services have
clear and specific space allocations in the town centres.
As noted elsewhere, the Ministry of Transport has undertaken bus
network reviews and planning for the 2 contract regions within Kuring-gai.
Some routes have become more direct to improve travel time
and efficiency, while some routes have changed completely or were
discontinued. This may have an impact on existing bus zones within
the town centres. Therefore, Council will need to work with Ministry of
Transport and bus operators when considering changes to bus stops.
Nonetheless, throughout the planning of the town centres, the role of
bus services and bus stops were considered, with opportunities being
taken to seek improvements where possible. For example, in the Gordon
centre, it is proposed to upgrade the bus interchange in Henry Street
to increase the available space for buses, as well as layover space.
Similarly in St Ives, the intersection of 2 Strategic Bus Corridors in the
town centre will require formalisation of existing bus stops into bus
zones, as well as the creation of new bus zones. Bus interchange projects
have been included in the Draft Ku-ring-gai Contribution Plan 2010.
Recommendation
• That Council work with Ministry of Transport and bus operators when
considering new bus zones or changes to bus zones.
KEY ISSUES & DISCUSSION
Ku-ring-gai Town Centres Parking Management Plan 2010
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