Page 1924 - Week 09 - Thursday, 19 October 1989
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ANSWERS TO QUESTIONS
The following answers to questions were provided:
Traffic Safety
Mrs Grassby: Yesterday Mrs Nolan asked the following question:
Is the ACT Government proposing to carry out a program of minor traffic and safety improvements in Fyshwick? Can the Minister tell me how the closure of access between Canberra Avenue and Geelong Street, Fyshwick, can be an improvement in safety, traffic flow or convenience? Is the Minister aware of how the proposed road closure will impact on business in that area?
My answer to the member's question is as follows: A number of improvements in traffic safety and parking provisions have been proposed for Fyshwick. Measures may include such things as traffic islands, pedestrian refuges and parking controls. A consultant has been engaged to identify safety and parking deficiencies through consultation with Fyshwick traders.
One proposal on which comments are being sought is the possibility of closing access from Geelong Street onto Canberra Avenue and to signalise the intersection of Whyalla Street and Canberra Avenue. This complex intersection comprising a closely spaced T-intersection and crossroad has a poor accident history of 65 accidents over the past three years at a cost of over $400,000 to the community.
I understand that concern has been expressed about the short time given for comment. I can assure Fyshwick traders that I have asked my department to extend the time available for comment to ensure that there is opportunity for full discussion on the matter. No action to implement this work will be undertaken until comments from the traders and business association are evaluated and impacts identified.
Asbestos Removal
Mrs Grassby: Yesterday Mr Duby asked the following question:
At present, only licensed asbestos removalists are permitted under the ACT building code to handle and remove asbestos sheeting ... from Canberra residences undergoing renovation or extension. There is no such restriction placed on New South Wales builders when removing asbestos sheeting from residential properties.
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