Legislative Council

Thursday 21 August 2025

Fremantle Traffic Bridge—Closure

621. Hon Dr Brad Pettittto theparliamentary secretary representing the Minister for Transport:

I refer to the planned closure of the old Fremantle Traffic Bridge in less than six months from now and the Swan River Crossing's project website, which states that reducing vehicle numbers on the road network is critical to avoid significant congestion once the Fremantle Traffic Bridge closes, and it will take a combined effort from all road users as well as people walking and riding bikes and scooters to navigate this disruption. What infrastructure investments, policy initiatives and incentives will be implemented to encourage more people to walk, ride or catch public transport when the Fremantle Traffic Bridge closes?

Hon Samantha Rowe replied:

Apologies, member; I do not have that question and answer in my file, but if it comes in before the end of question time, I will provide that answer.