Minutes of Local Transport Forum - Thursday, 19 March 2026

Minutes of the Local Transport Forum held on Thursday 19 March 2026.

PRESENT

Councillor Richard Foley

Sergeant Gerard Horsley NSW Police

IN ATTENDANCE

Mr Geordi Paxton Manager Engineering Design Services

Mr Zain Lakho Senior Traffic Operations Engineer

Ms Kori West Corporate Governance Officer

Mr Jack McIntyre Project Engineer

Mr Richard Matto Bus About

Mr Edward Habel Huon

The meeting of the Local Transport Forum commenced at 9.10am.

apologies

An apology for non-attendance was received and accepted for the Director Infrastructure Services, Henry Pavitt.

Acknowledgement Of Country

Wagga Wagga City Council acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land, the Wiradjuri people, and pays respect to Elders past, present and future and extends our respect to all First Nations Peoples in Wagga Wagga.

We recognise and respect their cultural heritage, beliefs and continuing connection with the land and rivers. We also recognise the resilience, strength and pride of the Wiradjuri and First Nations communities.

Confirmation of Minutes

CM-1 Confirmation of Minutes - 22 January 2026 - Local Transport Forum

Recommendation

That the Minutes of the proceedings of the Local Transport Forum held on 22 January 2026 be confirmed as a true and accurate record, noting Council’s adoption of these minutes at its meeting of 9 February 2026.

Declarations Of Interest

No declarations of interest were received.

Reports

RP-1 Plumpton Road Upgrade - Project Introduction & 50% Detailed Design

Officer Recommendation

That the Local Transport Forum receive and note the report.

Forum Recommendation

That the Local Transport Forum receive and note the report.

Discussion

Project staff and a representative of the Contractor provided an opportunity for members of the LTF to review the proposed operational setup of Plumpton Road presented out of the 50% detailed design, and sought additional items of concern which the LTF may have about delivery of the project.

Council staff reinforced that an additional report would be put to the LTF at future meetings for both the 90% detailed design and the proposed traffic management strategy for construction.

Council staff noted concerns from both NSW Highway Patrol and Busbabout regarding alterations to school bus routes, pick-up and set-down and public transport routes operated by Busbabout. Project staff noted these concerns and is liaising directly with all bus operators. A summary of consultation with these stakeholders will be included in the next report to LTF.

RP-2 Installation of Temporary Median - Pearson Street, Wagga Wagga

Officer Recommendation

That the Local Transport Forum note and provide technical advice on the proposed installation of a temporary median on Pearson Street, Wagga Wagga associated with Development Application DA24/0377.01, which will restrict right-turn movements to and from the development site.

Forum Recommendation

Discussion

Sergeant Gerard Horsley from NSW Police sought advice from Council Staff asking if the speed limit will be reduced along Pearson Street from 60kmph to 50kmph.

RP-3 Installation of 2P Parking Restriction on Murray Street, Wagga Wagga.

Officer Recommendation

That the Local Transport Forum note that the new 2P (8am-5pm, Monday to Friday) parking restrictions have been installed on Murray Street outside property No.231A on 22 January 2026, comprising approximately three (3) parallel parking spaces, and provide any technical advice or feedback if required.

Forum Recommendation

Discussion

Nil

RP-4 Installation of 40 km/h Pavement Markings and Dragon’s Teeth Line Marking – Ladysmith Public School, Tywong Street

Officer Recommendation

That the Local Transport Forum note the installation of 40 km/h pavement speed numerals and dragon’s teeth threshold line marking on Tywong Street at Ladysmith Public School, including the installation on the eastern approach and the renewal of existing markings on the western approach.

Forum Recommendation

Discussion

Nil

RP-5 Event - Ride to Give - 22 to 24 March 2026

Officer Recommendation

1. That the Local Transport Forum receive and note the Ride to Give 2026 event briefing and provide any technical advice or comments.

2. That Council approve under delegated authority in accordance with the Transport for NSW 2025 Authorisation and Delegation Instrument the Traffic Management Plan and associated Traffic Guidance Schemes (TGS) for the Ride to Give 2026 event.

Forum Recommendation

1. That the Local Transport Forum receive and note the Ride to Give 2026 event briefing and provide any technical advice or comments.

Discussion

Nil

RP-6 Event - Wagga Speedway Meeting - March/April 2026

Officer Recommendation

1. That the Local Transport Forum receive and note the information contained in this report and provide any comments or advice regarding the traffic management arrangements for the 2026 Wagga Speedway Meeting.

2. That Council approve, under delegated authority in accordance with the Transport for NSW 2025 Authorisation and Delegation Instrument, the Traffic Management Plan and associated temporary traffic controls for the 2026 Wagga Speedway Meeting.

Forum Recommendation

Discussion

Nil

QUESTIONS WITH NOTICE

QWN-1 BUS COMPANY CONSULTATION – MEETING START TIME

The Local Transport Forum considered the feedback received from local public transport operators regarding the commencement time of meetings and determined that future Local Transport Forum meetings will commence at 9.30am to support the participation of bus operators and other transport stakeholders.

QWN-2 TRAFFIC UPDATE AFTER CLOSURE OF EDMONDSON STREET

Councillor R Foley requested an update on traffic impacts following the closure of Edmondson Street.

QWN-3 INLAND RAIL TRAFFIC CAMERAS

Councillor R Foley sought advice on the Traffic Cameras currently being used by Inland Rail. He would like to know if these can be bought by Council and Transport for NSW at the conclusion of this project to assist with surveillance for Police.

The Local Transport Forum rose at 9.33am.