The NSW Liberals & Nationals have announced a further 68 train stations around the state will be upgraded to receive new lifts, ramps and footbridges under the Transport Access Program.
With a state election slated for March 23, transport and infrastructure minister Andrew Constance said the Liberal & National Coalition was able to commit to more upgrades under the Program, which has already seen upgrades at 52 stations since it began in 2011.
“We are committed to making public transport accessible for all customers, including those with a disability, the less mobile and parents with prams,” Constance said. “Currently more than 90 per cent of customer journeys are accessible but we want to make sure everyone can access public transport easily and with dignity.”
Stations added to the list for upgrades include Dapto, Faulconbridge, Tuggerah, East Hills, Point Clare, Moss Vale, Goulburn, Griffith, Dubbo and Queanbeyan.
Five stations between Sydenham and Bankstown will also become accessible as part of Sydney Metro.
“Our Government listened to communities across the state and we know accessible transport is key to good quality of life so we made these upgrades a top priority,” Constance said.