Pedestrian Access Strategy 2010 - Victoria Walks

3. Encouraging walking in VictoriaThe Victorian Government wants a walkable Victoria where allVictorians will be able to walk easily, enjoyably and safely forshort trips.The Pedestrian Access Strategy is guided by the followingprinciples:• Walking should be a viable first choice of transport forshort trips and a component of longer trips.• All areas of government have a responsibility to supportand encourage better pedestrian access.• Initiatives to increase walking should reflect the needsof all Victorians regardless of age or ability.• Pedestrian access to public transport needs to be easy.• Walking should be considered in all urban planning,land use and transport development.“Three years ago I decided I was sick oftravelling by car to work. So I started to takethe train and walk from the train station towork. OK, so it takes a little longer, but I’m nolonger stressed out before starting work. It’s a15 minute walk to work from the station and Ifind the walk really peaceful. I walk past carsoften banked up on Tooronga Road.”Pedestrian, Preston 33Sourced through VictoriaWalks networks, 2010.The Pedestrian Access Strategy | Page 11 of 44 pages