THE GATEWAY WA PROJECT
CONSTRUCTION community were instrumental when it came to identifying local needs and preferences for the Project Master Plan . Stakeholder and community opinion influenced a number of key project decisions relating to road design , access arrangements , environmental management , amenity for pedestrians and cyclists , and urban design aesthetics for the ‘ gateway ’ to Western Australia .
The project team has also worked collaboratively with Main Roads WA and the City of Belmont to review stakeholder comments regarding the freight movement efficiencies through the Kewdale industrial area . This assessment helped to identify local issues and confirm the scope of works required as part of the improvements to the local road network .
The project is continuing to seek guidance from the local community as the works shift into delivery , through engagement with a Community Liaison Group , ensuring the views and knowledge of local stakeholders continue to be taken into account throughout the project .
One of the main considerations was noise pollution and privacy for local residents . To overcome this ,
some seven kilometres of noise barriers will be installed as part of the main build .
Traffic Management As with any major road works project , traffic management is a top priority at Gateway WA , and an integrated approach has been implemented across the build . A web based live journey time indicator can be viewed online allowing commuters to pre-plan their journeys . What ’ s more , road users can pick up live feeds from VMS Boards stationed along the arterial , providing them with ondemand updates through their drive on the network .
Handling Aviation Constraints Part of the new road network will create a new entry into the Perth Domestic and International Airport terminal , known as Airport Drive . The new road is located closer to the end of the runway than existing infrastructure , which has bought with it a unique set of challenges and limitations . “ The proximity of the road in relation to the flight path has resulted in having to construct
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