The Andrews Labor Government will ensure the Mordialloc Bypass is built to the highest environmental standards.
The Minister for Planning Richard Wynne has confirmed that an Environmental Effects Statement (EES) will be required for the $300 million project.
The Mordialloc Bypass will slash congestion and improve safety in some of outer Melbourne’s fastest growing areas.
The EES will investigate potential environmental, social, economic and cultural impacts of the proposed nine-kilometre arterial road, which will connect the Mornington Peninsula Freeway to the Dingley Bypass.
The design features an overpass over the busy Springvale Road in Aspendale Gardens, and a bridge over the Mordialloc Creek wetlands.
The other intersections along the route will be upgraded to improve traffic flow and safety.
There will also be new bike and pedestrian paths along the entire length of the bypass, connecting to the existing walking and cycling network.
The Minister for Planning will release draft scoping requirements for public comment in the coming weeks.
These EES investigations will inform the final design of the project and will be assessed by an independent panel appointed by the Minister for Planning.
Quote attributable to Minister for Roads and Road Safety Luke Donnellan
“We’re building the Mordialloc Bypass to slash congestion and create jobs in the south east - we’ll be leaving no stone unturned to make sure that we understand any potential impacts and how we can manage them.”
Quote attributable to Member for Keysborough Martin Pakula
“The EES process will assess the effects of noise, air quality, access, and visual features of the project to make sure we get the best possible outcome for the community.”
Quote attributable to Member for Mordialloc Tim Richardson
“These detailed planning investigations will give us the information we need to manage any environmental impacts for the surrounding community, now and into the future.”
Quote attributable to Member for Frankston Paul Edbrooke
“The Mordialloc Bypass will create better connections between some of the fastest growing communities in Victoria, linking Frankston, the Mornington Peninsula and the south eastern suburbs.”
Quote attributable to Member for Carrum Sonya Kilkenny
“We’re consulting the community every step of the way to make sure that the final design for the bypass meets the needs of our whole community.”
Reviewed 19 August 2020