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Demand a new bus route: West Pennant Hills to Carlingford
by Mark Hodges MP Member for Castle Hill
Public transport is not a privilege— it’ s a necessity. Yet for thousands of residents in West Pennant Hills, North Rocks, Cherrybrook and Carlingford, a basic piece of our public transport puzzle is missing: a direct bus service connecting Cherrybrook Metro to Carlingford Light Rail.
Despite the world-class Sydney Metro North West opening in 2019, commuters in the West Pennant Hills Valley remain without a bus link to their nearest metro and light rail hubs. Cherrybrook Station, the Oakes Road bus interchange, North Rocks, and the newly opened Carlingford light rail station are all just beyond reach for those without a car.
The numbers tell the story. By 2026, more than 12,000 residents will live in West Pennant Hills Valley— 65 % of whom commute outside the area. That’ s over 8,000 people in need of reliable public transport. Parking stations are full. Traffic congestion is worsening. And yet, the NSW Government has confirmed there are no plans to introduce new routes.
Residents are speaking up. From hospital staff to students, their message is clear: we need a bus. I’ ve launched a petition calling for a new route to serve our growing, ageing, and increasingly mobile population. This isn’ t a“ nice to have.” It’ s essential.
I ask you to join me in urging the Minister for Transport to deliver the connection our community deserves. Let’ s get moving. Sign the petition at: www. markhodges. com. au / petitions Authorised by Mark Hodges MP. Funded using parliamentary entitlements.
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Thank you Berowra community
with Julian Leeser MP Federal Member for Berowra
I want to thank the Berowra community for placing your trust in me to represent you in Canberra.
In a world of growing uncertainty, our community remains a place of strength, belonging and hope. It’ s more than just where we live – it’ s where we raise our families, support one another, and shape the values we pass on to the next generation.
These are the foundations I have fought and will continue to fight to protect over the next three years.
Our community has sent me and the Liberal Party a message. We need to devise policies that ease pressure on working families and help young people achieve their dreams.
Over the next few months I will take the time to listen closely to our community and hear your feedback about what we need to do to be ready for government. If you would like to help me with the rebuild, please get in touch.
I pledge to stay close to the community and ensure that your voices are reflected in our policies. Your conversations, ideas, frustrations and hopes help to shape my work in Parliament.
I will always stand up for you, your family and our community. Representing you is an honour I never take for granted.
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