Hume council has set its sights on achieving a number of key road duplications but has rejected calls for more public transport links to Melbourne Airport as part of its Advocacy Framework for 2026-2030.
Council will advocate to both state and federal governments for a number of infrastructure and services projects as endorsed at the 15 December council meeting.
During the meeting, Cr Steve Gagen forwarded an amended motion following a number of public comments on the item calling for more public transport advocacy to Melbourne Airport.
His motion called for the airport rail link advocacy, as well as the extension of tram route 59 and bus services to connect the airport to other areas of the municipality.
However, this motion was ultimately lost with only himself, Cr John Haddad and Cr Naim Kurt in support of adding these as priorities.
The original motion, which was passed, included the duplication of several roads including Sunbury Road from Melbourne Airport to Bulla-Diggers Rest Road, Mickleham Road from Craigieburn Road to Donnybrook Road, Donnybrook Road from the Hume Freeway to Donnybrook Train Station, and Somerton Road from Roxburgh Park Drive to Mickleham Road.
Council will also advocate for stricter policies to limit illegal dumping and the redevelopment of Broadmeadows Train Station. It will also join with the Northern Councils Alliance councils to advocate for a hospital in Melbourne’s north, Hume Freeway upgrades, and the Upfield Line extension and electrification.
Mayor Carly Moore said these projects are a priority for the city.
“Hume is one of Australia’s fastest growing and most diverse communities, and we need infrastructure and services that match that growth,” she said.
“This framework ensures we are strategic, consistent and proactive in advocating for what matters most to our residents, with improved transport connections and health services at the forefront.”
