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Beaches Link and Gore Hill Freeway Connection
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Twin tolled motorway tunnels connecting the Warringah Freeway at Cammeray and the Gore Hill Freeway at Artarmon to the Burnt Bridge Creek Deviation at Balgowlah and the Wakehurst Parkway at Seaforth.
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Ron Asser
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Ron Asser
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BALGOWLAH
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New South Wales
Message
How can the Government justify an expenditure of something of the order of 10 billion dollars on a road for 5% of the population of Sydney?
I note very little of the discussion of recent times or content of the EIS takes into account the actual cost of building the Beaches Link section of the project.
The population of the Northern Beaches area is approximately 273,000 or 5% of the Sydney population. Of that Northern Beaches population only 64% are of working age, the people who are likely to use the tunnel regularly. Of that 64% many are employed locally on the Northern Beaches and don’t need to use the tunnel to commute to and from work.
From the last Census the average commute to work for the Northern Beaches is 11.4 kilometres and the median commute is only 5.7 kilometres. This would indicate that even those who don’t work locally don’t travel far out of the area to work. The EIS spends much of the justification of the need for the project on the benefits of the Western Harbour Tunnel which from the distance commuted figures above will be used by only a small percentage of workers from the Northern Beaches.
The traffic figures in the EIS are old figures taken at the commencement of the project and do not represent the current traffic situation. All the modelling and projected number of trips is taken from these figures. I note that even using these figures that projections for 2037 show that only 34% of the traffic that would normally use Spit Road would actually use the tunnel. This indicates an almighty spend for only 34% of the trips to and from the Northern Beaches.
As in many parts of the EIS short paragraphs or statements are made on significant issues which are glossed over as they weaken the case for the tunnel. One paragraph mentions the COVID issue and states that most traffic on our roads has gone back to normal levels. This is definitely not the case on the Burnt Bridge Bypass, where the main portal for the tunnel is to be built. I catch a bus every morning and while waiting can observe the Burnt Bridge Bypass and Sydney Road intersection. Since COVID the traffic has been flowing through this intersection. Obviously many people from the area are still working from home and considering we are now twelve months on will remain on these working conditions into the future significantly reducing the number of trips made on these roads.
Transport NSW refuses to undertake a new survey of traffic in the area insisting that its figures, from probably 2017, and projections made from these figures are still correct. The truth is they were probably overstated then as they have been in the planning of the recent road projects.
The EIS is a huge document. If it takes such a large document to try and justify this project there must be doubt in their methodology and a need for designers to satisfy themselves that the project is warranted. If takes such a large document to prove to the public this is a good project for the community there must be doubt about the publics acceptance of the project.
If it takes such a large document to cover all the environmental concerns and issues, and there are many, there is the question - Does this project create more problems now and into the future than it is worth, along with a 10 billion dollar price tag.
The Beaches Link Tunnel Project destroys homes that are acquired, will disrupt flows in creek and lagoon catchments destroying habitant of plants and animals, destroys two golf clubs with long histories and all for what, to save a few people a bit of time on the commute and miss a few traffic lights.
How can the Government justify this 10 billion dollar spend.
I note very little of the discussion of recent times or content of the EIS takes into account the actual cost of building the Beaches Link section of the project.
The population of the Northern Beaches area is approximately 273,000 or 5% of the Sydney population. Of that Northern Beaches population only 64% are of working age, the people who are likely to use the tunnel regularly. Of that 64% many are employed locally on the Northern Beaches and don’t need to use the tunnel to commute to and from work.
From the last Census the average commute to work for the Northern Beaches is 11.4 kilometres and the median commute is only 5.7 kilometres. This would indicate that even those who don’t work locally don’t travel far out of the area to work. The EIS spends much of the justification of the need for the project on the benefits of the Western Harbour Tunnel which from the distance commuted figures above will be used by only a small percentage of workers from the Northern Beaches.
The traffic figures in the EIS are old figures taken at the commencement of the project and do not represent the current traffic situation. All the modelling and projected number of trips is taken from these figures. I note that even using these figures that projections for 2037 show that only 34% of the traffic that would normally use Spit Road would actually use the tunnel. This indicates an almighty spend for only 34% of the trips to and from the Northern Beaches.
As in many parts of the EIS short paragraphs or statements are made on significant issues which are glossed over as they weaken the case for the tunnel. One paragraph mentions the COVID issue and states that most traffic on our roads has gone back to normal levels. This is definitely not the case on the Burnt Bridge Bypass, where the main portal for the tunnel is to be built. I catch a bus every morning and while waiting can observe the Burnt Bridge Bypass and Sydney Road intersection. Since COVID the traffic has been flowing through this intersection. Obviously many people from the area are still working from home and considering we are now twelve months on will remain on these working conditions into the future significantly reducing the number of trips made on these roads.
Transport NSW refuses to undertake a new survey of traffic in the area insisting that its figures, from probably 2017, and projections made from these figures are still correct. The truth is they were probably overstated then as they have been in the planning of the recent road projects.
The EIS is a huge document. If it takes such a large document to try and justify this project there must be doubt in their methodology and a need for designers to satisfy themselves that the project is warranted. If takes such a large document to prove to the public this is a good project for the community there must be doubt about the publics acceptance of the project.
If it takes such a large document to cover all the environmental concerns and issues, and there are many, there is the question - Does this project create more problems now and into the future than it is worth, along with a 10 billion dollar price tag.
The Beaches Link Tunnel Project destroys homes that are acquired, will disrupt flows in creek and lagoon catchments destroying habitant of plants and animals, destroys two golf clubs with long histories and all for what, to save a few people a bit of time on the commute and miss a few traffic lights.
How can the Government justify this 10 billion dollar spend.
David Mitchell
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David Mitchell
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NORTH BALGOWLAH
,
New South Wales
Message
The tunnel will cause significant damage to the local environment, including to the Burnt Bridge Creek. As a community and nation we should be making efforts to preserve and restore the local environment. It is all too easy to destroy what we have in the name of progress. Once gone, it will never come back. There are alternative transport options that do not involve increasing the number of cars on our roads. Creating infrastructure such as the tunnel only begets more cars.
It is also apparent that the tunnel will result in the loss of Balgowlah oval for at least the time when the tunnel is being built. This oval is the only open space available to the students of the local boys high school, Balgowlah Boys, in which they can play sports without the need to catch a bus. This will effectively mean some students will spend their whole secondary school life without the use of a local oval that they can walk to. What a shame and waste. They will will also have a school that is surrounded by a major construction site with all the ensuing pollution, noise, congestion and disruption to their travel to and from school.
It is also apparent that the tunnel will result in the loss of Balgowlah oval for at least the time when the tunnel is being built. This oval is the only open space available to the students of the local boys high school, Balgowlah Boys, in which they can play sports without the need to catch a bus. This will effectively mean some students will spend their whole secondary school life without the use of a local oval that they can walk to. What a shame and waste. They will will also have a school that is surrounded by a major construction site with all the ensuing pollution, noise, congestion and disruption to their travel to and from school.
Name Withheld
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Name Withheld
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NORTHBRIDGE
,
New South Wales
Message
I wish to express my objection to the Beaches Link and Gore Hill Freeway Project about which I have many and varied concerns. To begin with, there is no published business case for this project, an alternative public transport option has not been fully scoped for comparison and the EIS indicates a massive risk to health and safety for myself, my family, my community and the local flora and fauna.
I object to the project for the following reasons:
1. I object to the project due to the contamination risks it presents to the environment and to human health and the negative impact on our precious waterways and green spaces. My children and I are frequent users of Flat Rock Gully for walks and bike rides. We would be devastated to see this beautiful area destroyed, particularly after decades of rejuvenation by bushcare groups. Green spaces are essential to community health and we need to protect them at all costs.
2. I object to the project due to the scale and extent in sensitive residential areas and foreshore environments. I live in Northbridge and feel my suburb will be adversely and permanently affected to the detriment of all residents. Digging into and exposing contaminants in the former dump, which is the proposed dig site, will endanger the health of all locals. Dredging in the harbour that I swim and kayak in will expose me and my family to harmful toxins and render us unable to enjoy recreational use of our beautiful waterways for years to come. To take away the opportunities for my children to enjoy these pastimes - one of the reasons we moved to this area - is particularly upsetting.
3. I object to the project due to the unreasonable adverse impacts on the quality of life of residents during the tunnel construction and operation. The number of trucks entering and exiting the dive site at Flat Rock Drive will add preposterous delays to local travel and funnel traffic through Northbridge Junction, severely impeding Northbridge residents' ability to enter and exit the suburb. The fumes from trucks are also of great concern to me, as my health will be put at risk to be exposed in such close proximity for five years or more.
4. I object to the project due to the threat to our biodiversity and green spaces. It is essential that we preserve the trees that filter our air, reduce the incidence of global warming and provide shelter to our local fauna. Never have green spaces been more important than during the last year, in the midst of a pandemic, when people are seeking solace in open air spaces.
5. I object to the project as it is a tolled road and there is little evidence that it will alleviate current congestion. On the contrary, more roads equals more cars and less incentive for people to use public transport. Sydney absolutely needs improved public transport options, not more tolled roads that lead to resentment and fuel the greed of tunnel operators.
6. I object to the project as it has a poor climate profile at a time when we should be looking to projects which reduce our emissions and reduce reliance on cars.
7. I object to the project as there has been no publicly published business case and the costs demonstrated in the EIS far outweigh any potential benefits.
8. I object to the project as the smoke stacks set to be installed will expel putrid, toxic fumes into my neighbourhood. Locating these stacks near schools is unacceptable.
This short-sighted project is a missed opportunity to transform Sydney into a world class, healthy and sustainable city, with a strong public transport system. The EIS demonstrates that this toll road will be extremely expensive to build, with excessive risks and very little long term benefit. I would ask that an alternative public transport feasibility study be published before any further planning occurs so that impacts and outcomes can be fairly compared.
I also wish to see the EIS reissued for public consultation with a full Phase 2 Contamination Assessment completed; and a business case which justifies travel times claimed, reassesses surface traffic impact and includes fully scoped costs.
I object to the project for the following reasons:
1. I object to the project due to the contamination risks it presents to the environment and to human health and the negative impact on our precious waterways and green spaces. My children and I are frequent users of Flat Rock Gully for walks and bike rides. We would be devastated to see this beautiful area destroyed, particularly after decades of rejuvenation by bushcare groups. Green spaces are essential to community health and we need to protect them at all costs.
2. I object to the project due to the scale and extent in sensitive residential areas and foreshore environments. I live in Northbridge and feel my suburb will be adversely and permanently affected to the detriment of all residents. Digging into and exposing contaminants in the former dump, which is the proposed dig site, will endanger the health of all locals. Dredging in the harbour that I swim and kayak in will expose me and my family to harmful toxins and render us unable to enjoy recreational use of our beautiful waterways for years to come. To take away the opportunities for my children to enjoy these pastimes - one of the reasons we moved to this area - is particularly upsetting.
3. I object to the project due to the unreasonable adverse impacts on the quality of life of residents during the tunnel construction and operation. The number of trucks entering and exiting the dive site at Flat Rock Drive will add preposterous delays to local travel and funnel traffic through Northbridge Junction, severely impeding Northbridge residents' ability to enter and exit the suburb. The fumes from trucks are also of great concern to me, as my health will be put at risk to be exposed in such close proximity for five years or more.
4. I object to the project due to the threat to our biodiversity and green spaces. It is essential that we preserve the trees that filter our air, reduce the incidence of global warming and provide shelter to our local fauna. Never have green spaces been more important than during the last year, in the midst of a pandemic, when people are seeking solace in open air spaces.
5. I object to the project as it is a tolled road and there is little evidence that it will alleviate current congestion. On the contrary, more roads equals more cars and less incentive for people to use public transport. Sydney absolutely needs improved public transport options, not more tolled roads that lead to resentment and fuel the greed of tunnel operators.
6. I object to the project as it has a poor climate profile at a time when we should be looking to projects which reduce our emissions and reduce reliance on cars.
7. I object to the project as there has been no publicly published business case and the costs demonstrated in the EIS far outweigh any potential benefits.
8. I object to the project as the smoke stacks set to be installed will expel putrid, toxic fumes into my neighbourhood. Locating these stacks near schools is unacceptable.
This short-sighted project is a missed opportunity to transform Sydney into a world class, healthy and sustainable city, with a strong public transport system. The EIS demonstrates that this toll road will be extremely expensive to build, with excessive risks and very little long term benefit. I would ask that an alternative public transport feasibility study be published before any further planning occurs so that impacts and outcomes can be fairly compared.
I also wish to see the EIS reissued for public consultation with a full Phase 2 Contamination Assessment completed; and a business case which justifies travel times claimed, reassesses surface traffic impact and includes fully scoped costs.
Tim Ryan
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Tim Ryan
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SEAFORTH
,
New South Wales
Message
I object to this project. It is an outdated model which has no public transport commitment and will only encourage more private cars onto our already congested roads.
There has been no business case presented for this very expensive project. The uptake of WFH since the pandemic has not been factored in.
The environmental impacts of this construction on Burnt Creek, Duffy's Forest, Engravings, Manly Dam and a multitude of flora and fauna is too great a cost to bear.
The disruption to the quality of life in my street for at least five years is unfair. The world is moving away from dependency on private car usage.
There has been no business case presented for this very expensive project. The uptake of WFH since the pandemic has not been factored in.
The environmental impacts of this construction on Burnt Creek, Duffy's Forest, Engravings, Manly Dam and a multitude of flora and fauna is too great a cost to bear.
The disruption to the quality of life in my street for at least five years is unfair. The world is moving away from dependency on private car usage.
Marko Andric
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Marko Andric
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NORTHBRIDGE
,
New South Wales
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As a father of 2 young children and a resident of 6 Nulgarra St Northbridge, our house backs onto Flat Rock Gully and will be 100m from the proposed dive site - I wholeheartedly object to the proposed Beaches Link Tunnel and in particular the dive site at Flat Rock Gully.
Our objections are based on the threat to my home and family, our health and quality of life and that of the local community.
Flat Rock Gully is an integral part of our neighbourhood and our life. The idea of destruction and use of this priceless space as a dive site is utterly horrible. The loss of bushland, subsequent noise, air, water and soil pollution as well as light pollution at night, 100m from our bedrooms is UNACCEPTABLE.
Specifically, my objections are outlined in the attached document but the main ones are:
Flat Rock Gully NOT to be used as the primary dive for the Beaches Link due a number of reasons outlined in the attached document. If so, considering our immediate vicinity to the FRG dive site, we would like to request assistance in ensuring that our property is as unaffected as possible in relation to vibration, noise, dust and light pollution
• If the proposal is approved, it is vital that, at the end of the project, the construction site in Flat Rock Gully is restored to bushland consistent with the Environmental Conservation zoning of the site and in accordance with the local Urban Bushland Plan of Management and the Flat Rock Gully Reserve Action Plan.
• Undertake full bush regeneration and provide three for one tree plantings as required by the local vegetation strategy.
• If a short duration noise event during night construction, we should be offered alternative accommodation for the period or other appropriate mitigation as required. For longer duration noise such as FRG and Cammeray Oval construct an acoustic wall around the site to protect residents and fauna from noise impacts - i.e. an acoustic wall similar to those normally constructed during road infrastructure projects.
• Tunneling induced movement - compensation for house cracking and settlement even if slight - currently up to 50mm which means a 5cm crack in houses not repaired. This criteria is UNACCEPTABLE for the majority of homeowners in the area such as ourselves.
• All properties above and adjacent to the tunnel route (such as ours) to be offered a free and independent pre-construction property condition survey providing a clear record of a property’s condition before work starts. If any damage is found to be directly related to the project, the damage will be addressed at no cost to the property owner.
Thank you for taking our views into account and I hope that there is enough decency and transparency left in Australia that common sense and fairness prevail.
Our objections are based on the threat to my home and family, our health and quality of life and that of the local community.
Flat Rock Gully is an integral part of our neighbourhood and our life. The idea of destruction and use of this priceless space as a dive site is utterly horrible. The loss of bushland, subsequent noise, air, water and soil pollution as well as light pollution at night, 100m from our bedrooms is UNACCEPTABLE.
Specifically, my objections are outlined in the attached document but the main ones are:
Flat Rock Gully NOT to be used as the primary dive for the Beaches Link due a number of reasons outlined in the attached document. If so, considering our immediate vicinity to the FRG dive site, we would like to request assistance in ensuring that our property is as unaffected as possible in relation to vibration, noise, dust and light pollution
• If the proposal is approved, it is vital that, at the end of the project, the construction site in Flat Rock Gully is restored to bushland consistent with the Environmental Conservation zoning of the site and in accordance with the local Urban Bushland Plan of Management and the Flat Rock Gully Reserve Action Plan.
• Undertake full bush regeneration and provide three for one tree plantings as required by the local vegetation strategy.
• If a short duration noise event during night construction, we should be offered alternative accommodation for the period or other appropriate mitigation as required. For longer duration noise such as FRG and Cammeray Oval construct an acoustic wall around the site to protect residents and fauna from noise impacts - i.e. an acoustic wall similar to those normally constructed during road infrastructure projects.
• Tunneling induced movement - compensation for house cracking and settlement even if slight - currently up to 50mm which means a 5cm crack in houses not repaired. This criteria is UNACCEPTABLE for the majority of homeowners in the area such as ourselves.
• All properties above and adjacent to the tunnel route (such as ours) to be offered a free and independent pre-construction property condition survey providing a clear record of a property’s condition before work starts. If any damage is found to be directly related to the project, the damage will be addressed at no cost to the property owner.
Thank you for taking our views into account and I hope that there is enough decency and transparency left in Australia that common sense and fairness prevail.
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NAREMBURN
,
New South Wales
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Strongly object to this project, it will destroy nature and cause respiratory illness is a huge population including children studying in nearby schools leading to long term irreversible health consequences including asthma. An underwater tunnel from the city is better
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NORTHBRIDGE
,
New South Wales
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I do not want the tunnel built under the suburb in which I live and any potential impact on my home, home value, as well as the significant devastation on local flora and fauna.
I am very worried about the likely contamination resulting from digging up around the old Hallstrom site. In days gone by this area has been a factory site and rubbish dump (including hospital waste) and there was no separation of waste or recycling in those days. The risk of dangerous chemicals, asbestos etc is high and reading the EIS I didn’t not see any satisfactory investigation or plan to manage this risk. It is not acceptable to say “if” we find these things we will manage them at that time!
Furthermore, due to the projected high number of heavy vehicles per day around Flat Rock Drive, traffic will be more chaotic that usual for many years, noise will be unbearable and high levels of dust etc pose a potential health risk to those living in the area. Why not move the site to a less impactful and less invasive area? Surely there must be other areas that will better accomodate the trucks that will have less overall impact.
Finally, why not improve public transport on the northern beaches rather than building a tunnel on the seabed? Most people I know that live on the northern beaches, agree the transport options need to be better however they do not want the tunnel to be built. Their concern is that many more people will come into the area because access from other parts of Sydney will be much easier if the tunnel is built.
Surely there must be other public transport options the government should consider such as rail or light rail instead of the tunnel.
I am very worried about the likely contamination resulting from digging up around the old Hallstrom site. In days gone by this area has been a factory site and rubbish dump (including hospital waste) and there was no separation of waste or recycling in those days. The risk of dangerous chemicals, asbestos etc is high and reading the EIS I didn’t not see any satisfactory investigation or plan to manage this risk. It is not acceptable to say “if” we find these things we will manage them at that time!
Furthermore, due to the projected high number of heavy vehicles per day around Flat Rock Drive, traffic will be more chaotic that usual for many years, noise will be unbearable and high levels of dust etc pose a potential health risk to those living in the area. Why not move the site to a less impactful and less invasive area? Surely there must be other areas that will better accomodate the trucks that will have less overall impact.
Finally, why not improve public transport on the northern beaches rather than building a tunnel on the seabed? Most people I know that live on the northern beaches, agree the transport options need to be better however they do not want the tunnel to be built. Their concern is that many more people will come into the area because access from other parts of Sydney will be much easier if the tunnel is built.
Surely there must be other public transport options the government should consider such as rail or light rail instead of the tunnel.
Denise Gardner
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Denise Gardner
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BALGOWLAH
,
New South Wales
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see my objections to the project in the attached document.
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NORTH BALGOWLAH
,
New South Wales
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I want to voice my concerns regarding the proposed Beaches Link Tunnel and its impacts on our community, school and local environment. Please see below:
Revisiting the Tunnel Justification
Concern - The figures put forward in the EIS indicate only a minimal reduction in the traffic flowing through Mosman for a significant and disproportionate use of public funds. We feel that many of the assumptions for traffic used as justification of the build in the EIS have not factored in changes to travel habits and working from home due to COVID-19 and into the future, treating COVID-19 as having only a “temporary” impact".
Request - There are many new data points to factor in given the impact of COVID-19 on lifestyles long term and we stand with Viable Transport solutions in asking the government to halt the development process to allow for a suitable review, and to publicly release the results of the review.
Construction Impact
Concern - The construction phase of the project will undoubtedly impact North Balgowlah residents with dust, noise, vibration, and heavy vehicle traffic in the area. North Balgowlah will have construction surrounding most of the suburb and the EIS indicates that during construction there will be.
• Over 3,000 vehicles per day across all sites.
• 1,690 vehicles per day at the Balgowlah Golf Course site alone.
• 1.5 heavy vehicles every minute or 4.5 vehicles (total) every minute.
• Over 4,000 homes subjected to excessive noise
• Construction work to proceed 24/7 for up to 7 years.
Request - Reconsider how to ensure that the impact of trucks/vehicles is not felt on the suburban streets that are already hard to navigate with local traffic and buses. Ensure areas around schools and parks are not impacted and are safe for families and children to walk or ride around the local community. Disincentivise commuters looking to use our streets as a rat run to save time from congestion and money from using the toll roads.
Ventilation Stacks
Concern - Global health experts agree that pollution from traffic exhaust poses serious health risks. Emissions include nitrous oxides and particulate matter that, when breathed into the lungs, causes respiratory diseases such as asthma and emphysema, and cancer. There are several schools, preschools, childcare centres, and sporting fields within the vicinity of all the proposed ventilation stacks and from a parent's point of view, the increased level of pollution is unacceptable.
Request - If the tunnel were to go ahead that the stacks be equipped with full filtration to minimize these impacts. At the very least the air pollution is kept at the current levels.
Environmental Impact
Concern - We are fortunate to live in an area that incorporates some spectacular bush land, reserves, and beaches and would urge that further consideration is given to the major environmental impacts, including but not limited to:
• Movement of contaminated sediment to Clontarf and Middle Harbour (The Spit) potentially causing pollution of the neighbouring beaches.
• Destruction of Burnt Bridge Creek and surrounds (e.g., bushland, wildlife etc) due to a possible 96% reduction in water flow.
• Discharge of 428,000 L per day of wastewater into Queenscliff Lagoon & Beach, resulting in health hazards for people and animals who swim in the waterways.
• Pollution of Manly Dam reserve, resulting in the potential extinction of rare flora and fauna and the last remaining areas of Duffy’s Forest, and meaning that one of the only swimmable dams in NSW is no longer safe for public use.
• Loss of recreational activities with the mountain bike trails that are used for riding, walking, and running.
Request - We want assurances that future generations get to experience the natural wonders of the area in all its glory. That wildlife can live in the shadows of residential houses, not shadows of construction and pollution. What is the point of making the northern beaches more accessible if the very heart of what makes the northern beaches so special is destroyed? We understand that in life, it is important to move forward, but not at all costs. If anything, COVID should teach us that we need to look after what we have got, each other and the environment so we can all live together sustainably, leaving the world in a better place for future generations. I am not sure the tunnel is the answer.
Revisiting the Tunnel Justification
Concern - The figures put forward in the EIS indicate only a minimal reduction in the traffic flowing through Mosman for a significant and disproportionate use of public funds. We feel that many of the assumptions for traffic used as justification of the build in the EIS have not factored in changes to travel habits and working from home due to COVID-19 and into the future, treating COVID-19 as having only a “temporary” impact".
Request - There are many new data points to factor in given the impact of COVID-19 on lifestyles long term and we stand with Viable Transport solutions in asking the government to halt the development process to allow for a suitable review, and to publicly release the results of the review.
Construction Impact
Concern - The construction phase of the project will undoubtedly impact North Balgowlah residents with dust, noise, vibration, and heavy vehicle traffic in the area. North Balgowlah will have construction surrounding most of the suburb and the EIS indicates that during construction there will be.
• Over 3,000 vehicles per day across all sites.
• 1,690 vehicles per day at the Balgowlah Golf Course site alone.
• 1.5 heavy vehicles every minute or 4.5 vehicles (total) every minute.
• Over 4,000 homes subjected to excessive noise
• Construction work to proceed 24/7 for up to 7 years.
Request - Reconsider how to ensure that the impact of trucks/vehicles is not felt on the suburban streets that are already hard to navigate with local traffic and buses. Ensure areas around schools and parks are not impacted and are safe for families and children to walk or ride around the local community. Disincentivise commuters looking to use our streets as a rat run to save time from congestion and money from using the toll roads.
Ventilation Stacks
Concern - Global health experts agree that pollution from traffic exhaust poses serious health risks. Emissions include nitrous oxides and particulate matter that, when breathed into the lungs, causes respiratory diseases such as asthma and emphysema, and cancer. There are several schools, preschools, childcare centres, and sporting fields within the vicinity of all the proposed ventilation stacks and from a parent's point of view, the increased level of pollution is unacceptable.
Request - If the tunnel were to go ahead that the stacks be equipped with full filtration to minimize these impacts. At the very least the air pollution is kept at the current levels.
Environmental Impact
Concern - We are fortunate to live in an area that incorporates some spectacular bush land, reserves, and beaches and would urge that further consideration is given to the major environmental impacts, including but not limited to:
• Movement of contaminated sediment to Clontarf and Middle Harbour (The Spit) potentially causing pollution of the neighbouring beaches.
• Destruction of Burnt Bridge Creek and surrounds (e.g., bushland, wildlife etc) due to a possible 96% reduction in water flow.
• Discharge of 428,000 L per day of wastewater into Queenscliff Lagoon & Beach, resulting in health hazards for people and animals who swim in the waterways.
• Pollution of Manly Dam reserve, resulting in the potential extinction of rare flora and fauna and the last remaining areas of Duffy’s Forest, and meaning that one of the only swimmable dams in NSW is no longer safe for public use.
• Loss of recreational activities with the mountain bike trails that are used for riding, walking, and running.
Request - We want assurances that future generations get to experience the natural wonders of the area in all its glory. That wildlife can live in the shadows of residential houses, not shadows of construction and pollution. What is the point of making the northern beaches more accessible if the very heart of what makes the northern beaches so special is destroyed? We understand that in life, it is important to move forward, but not at all costs. If anything, COVID should teach us that we need to look after what we have got, each other and the environment so we can all live together sustainably, leaving the world in a better place for future generations. I am not sure the tunnel is the answer.
Shreya Andric
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Shreya Andric
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NORTHBRIDGE
,
New South Wales
Message
As a mother of 2 young children and a resident of 6 Nulgarra St Northbridge, our house backs onto Flat Rock Gully and will be 100m from the proposed dive site - I wholeheartedly object to the proposed Beaches Link Tunnel and in particular the dive site at Flat Rock Gully.
Our objections are based on the threat to my home and family, our health and quality of life and that of the local community.
Flat Rock Gully is an integral part of our neighbourhood and our life. The idea of destruction and use of this priceless space as a dive site is utterly horrible. The loss of bushland, subsequent noise, air, water and soil pollution as well as light pollution at night, 100m from our bedrooms is UNACCEPTABLE.
Specifically, my objections are outlined in the attached document but the main ones are:
Flat Rock Gully NOT to be used as the primary dive for the Beaches Link due a number of reasons outlined in the attached document. If so, considering our immediate vicinity to the FRG dive site, we would like to request assistance in ensuring that our property is as unaffected as possible in relation to vibration, noise, dust and light pollution
• If the proposal is approved, it is vital that, at the end of the project, the construction site in Flat Rock Gully is restored to bushland consistent with the Environmental Conservation zoning of the site and in accordance with the local Urban Bushland Plan of Management and the Flat Rock Gully Reserve Action Plan.
• Undertake full bush regeneration and provide three for one tree plantings as required by the local vegetation strategy.
• If a short duration noise event during night construction, we should be offered alternative accommodation for the period or other appropriate mitigation as required. For longer duration noise such as FRG and Cammeray Oval construct an acoustic wall around the site to protect residents and fauna from noise impacts - i.e. an acoustic wall similar to those normally constructed during road infrastructure projects.
• Tunneling induced movement - compensation for house cracking and settlement even if slight - currently up to 50mm which means a 5cm crack in houses not repaired. This criteria is UNACCEPTABLE for the majority of homeowners in the area such as ourselves.
• All properties above and adjacent to the tunnel route (such as ours) to be offered a free and independent pre-construction property condition survey providing a clear record of a property’s condition before work starts. If any damage is found to be directly related to the project, the damage will be addressed at no cost to the property owner.
Thank you for taking our views into account and I hope that there is enough decency and transparency left in Australia that common sense and fairness prevail.
Our objections are based on the threat to my home and family, our health and quality of life and that of the local community.
Flat Rock Gully is an integral part of our neighbourhood and our life. The idea of destruction and use of this priceless space as a dive site is utterly horrible. The loss of bushland, subsequent noise, air, water and soil pollution as well as light pollution at night, 100m from our bedrooms is UNACCEPTABLE.
Specifically, my objections are outlined in the attached document but the main ones are:
Flat Rock Gully NOT to be used as the primary dive for the Beaches Link due a number of reasons outlined in the attached document. If so, considering our immediate vicinity to the FRG dive site, we would like to request assistance in ensuring that our property is as unaffected as possible in relation to vibration, noise, dust and light pollution
• If the proposal is approved, it is vital that, at the end of the project, the construction site in Flat Rock Gully is restored to bushland consistent with the Environmental Conservation zoning of the site and in accordance with the local Urban Bushland Plan of Management and the Flat Rock Gully Reserve Action Plan.
• Undertake full bush regeneration and provide three for one tree plantings as required by the local vegetation strategy.
• If a short duration noise event during night construction, we should be offered alternative accommodation for the period or other appropriate mitigation as required. For longer duration noise such as FRG and Cammeray Oval construct an acoustic wall around the site to protect residents and fauna from noise impacts - i.e. an acoustic wall similar to those normally constructed during road infrastructure projects.
• Tunneling induced movement - compensation for house cracking and settlement even if slight - currently up to 50mm which means a 5cm crack in houses not repaired. This criteria is UNACCEPTABLE for the majority of homeowners in the area such as ourselves.
• All properties above and adjacent to the tunnel route (such as ours) to be offered a free and independent pre-construction property condition survey providing a clear record of a property’s condition before work starts. If any damage is found to be directly related to the project, the damage will be addressed at no cost to the property owner.
Thank you for taking our views into account and I hope that there is enough decency and transparency left in Australia that common sense and fairness prevail.
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Ian Ralph
Object
Ian Ralph
Object
ELANORA HEIGHTS
,
New South Wales
Message
When our species (yes all humans!) must be considering our future with zero carbon emissions by 2050 at the latest, the absolute last thing that should be builing is a
tunnel that will encourage car driving.
The money should be spend on developing efficient carbon emission free public transport or on-demand transport systems that REDUCE traffic, not increase it.
Those considering whether to go ahead with this project should simply ask themselves "do I want my children and grandchildren and their descendants to be alive on a planet that is livable?" If the answer is yes, this project must not go ahead.
As a resident of the northern beaches since 1969 I also object to the destruction of bushland that must happen for this project along the wakehurst Parkway.
I also object to the fact that polluted air, extracted from the tunnel will be concentrated and released in areas near schools.
Do not build this tunne and associated roadways!!
tunnel that will encourage car driving.
The money should be spend on developing efficient carbon emission free public transport or on-demand transport systems that REDUCE traffic, not increase it.
Those considering whether to go ahead with this project should simply ask themselves "do I want my children and grandchildren and their descendants to be alive on a planet that is livable?" If the answer is yes, this project must not go ahead.
As a resident of the northern beaches since 1969 I also object to the destruction of bushland that must happen for this project along the wakehurst Parkway.
I also object to the fact that polluted air, extracted from the tunnel will be concentrated and released in areas near schools.
Do not build this tunne and associated roadways!!
Adam Vidal
Object
Adam Vidal
Object
NORTH BALGOWLAH
,
New South Wales
Message
I have been living in the area for over 40 years born in manly and went to school at Balgowlah boys high. It saddens me that the government is wanting to build this tunnel for 5 main reasons
1. I commute to the city for work and since the Bline was delivered it has been a great success in reducing traffic through military rd. I am struggling to see as to why a tunnel is need. Has the government asked those who live in the area do we actually need a tunnel.
2. I have 2 young children going to Balgowlah north primary and will most likely be attending local high schools. The tunnel will bring an environmental impact to air quality which concerns me for their future, also what about the elderly in the area and how it will impact them.
3. The beautiful bush land that will be impacted.. Sydney needs to focus on retaining as much bush land as possible as we’re are growing city with multiple developments we need to be able to breath, exercise in nature and keep wildlife safe.
4. I am a keen mtb rider and after doing laps of the dam for over 20 years and how popular the sport has become its saddens me that the government is will ing to impact people’s health and well-being. There are 100’s of bush trails to walk and ride. They all start, run a long side or finish where to entry to both tunnels will be. You the government will reduce people’s health and well-being as no one wants to be in the outdoors next to exhaust ducts from filthy cars
5. The impact to adding more congestion to manlyvale and Balgowlah area. It’s already busy enough and it can take 15mins just to drive 2kms.. the northern beaches doesn't have the infrastructure to handle more congestion.
1. I commute to the city for work and since the Bline was delivered it has been a great success in reducing traffic through military rd. I am struggling to see as to why a tunnel is need. Has the government asked those who live in the area do we actually need a tunnel.
2. I have 2 young children going to Balgowlah north primary and will most likely be attending local high schools. The tunnel will bring an environmental impact to air quality which concerns me for their future, also what about the elderly in the area and how it will impact them.
3. The beautiful bush land that will be impacted.. Sydney needs to focus on retaining as much bush land as possible as we’re are growing city with multiple developments we need to be able to breath, exercise in nature and keep wildlife safe.
4. I am a keen mtb rider and after doing laps of the dam for over 20 years and how popular the sport has become its saddens me that the government is will ing to impact people’s health and well-being. There are 100’s of bush trails to walk and ride. They all start, run a long side or finish where to entry to both tunnels will be. You the government will reduce people’s health and well-being as no one wants to be in the outdoors next to exhaust ducts from filthy cars
5. The impact to adding more congestion to manlyvale and Balgowlah area. It’s already busy enough and it can take 15mins just to drive 2kms.. the northern beaches doesn't have the infrastructure to handle more congestion.
Reika Dzupinka
Object
Reika Dzupinka
Object
NAREMBURN
,
New South Wales
Message
I am against this project. If it is to occur, we need more protection for the Willoughby and Cammeray areas that will bear the brunt of this project through noise and air pollution, increased traffic as well as the destruction of the nature at flat rock gully.
We need adequate, transparent and public monitoring of noise, vibration and pollution starting before and throughout the project. Limit all truck movements not just soil filled. Implement safe roads and crossings for children and residents in a highly residential area with lots of young families
I also ask that for transparent reporting on Asbestos and tip refuse treatment. It is also unclear what plans there are for Flat rock gully rehabilitation.
We also need filtered stacks for the air pollution.
Lastly I ask the government to consider the plan based on the huge environmental impact. The tunnel will be too steep for buses and only further encourages car use within Sydney. Greater investment in public transport would be a north worthwhile investment for our city
We need adequate, transparent and public monitoring of noise, vibration and pollution starting before and throughout the project. Limit all truck movements not just soil filled. Implement safe roads and crossings for children and residents in a highly residential area with lots of young families
I also ask that for transparent reporting on Asbestos and tip refuse treatment. It is also unclear what plans there are for Flat rock gully rehabilitation.
We also need filtered stacks for the air pollution.
Lastly I ask the government to consider the plan based on the huge environmental impact. The tunnel will be too steep for buses and only further encourages car use within Sydney. Greater investment in public transport would be a north worthwhile investment for our city
Name Withheld
Object
Name Withheld
Object
SEAFORTH
,
New South Wales
Message
I write to express my objection to the Beaches Link and Gore Hill Freeway Project. I have significant concerns that a business case has not been published for this project and it is not considered a priority on Infrastructure Australia’s priority list. I object to the project due to the contamination risks it presents to the environment and the community's health as well as the negative impact on our waterways and green spaces The EIS demonstrates a significant risk to health and safety, and I believe an alternative public transport option has not been fully scoped and compared.
I object to the ecological destruction of Burnt Creek and damage to Manly Dam, the disturbance of contaminated sediment and toxic sludge and six years of high impact construction noise that will affect our community for little gain and savings in travel time. The significant impact of this project in terms of direct and indirect costs far outweigh any perceived gains.
Green spaces and biodiversity:
I object to the project due to the threat to our biodiversity and green spaces. The Beaches Link will negatively impact significant wildlife corridors, including Flat Rock Drive and Manly Dam bushland, as well as marine ecosystems at Middle Harbour and the Spit. More than 12 hectares of high value bushland will be destroyed with the widening of the Wakehurst Parkway. This will cause long-term environmental damage and potential risks to groundwater and flow-on effects for Manly Dam, and damage to the bush corridor of Burnt Bridge Creek. Water seeping issues and catchment cross-contamination are also risks to the ecological health of the area.
Hundreds of species will be impacted by loss of habitat with planned offsets insufficient to save local threatened species. These species which make up our biodiverse nature reserves, will be put at inexcusable risk.
Water pollution:
The health of local creeks, waterways and the marine environments are at risk from scouring, elevated salinity, siltation, contamination by disturbed toxic materials from the tip site and accidental fuel or chemical spills. The excavation of Middle Harbour sediment may release heavy metals, pesticides and chemicals. This toxic sludge needs to be addressed urgently with the planned silt 'curtain' not reaching the bottom of the seabed allowing for toxic sludge to escape and spread. The EIS report reflects a disregard for the environment with significant pollution from the open ventilation stacks, toxic chemicals being dredged from the water ways and major destruction of bushlands and tree canopies.
Climate and sustainability:
I object to the project as this project does not help us meet our climate goals and has a poor climate profile at a time when we should be looking to projects which reduce our emissions. The EIS report confirms the project will have very high waste generation, water usage and concrete production volumes. It has also shown there will be a major increase in traffic volumes coming to the Northern Beaches resulting in increased congestion in Manly Vale and Balgowlah. This is confirmed by the EIS which states that vehicle use will increase along the corridor. This contradicts governments climate change goals and the State government commitment to a net zero emissions goal by 2050. The EIS demonstrates this project will increase vehicle reliance and trip volumes in already congested and polluted areas.
Health and well-being:
I object to the project due to the unreasonable level of impact on the Quality of Life of residents during the tunnel construction and operation. The Health risk assessment acknowledges construction fatigue, increased traffic and uncertainty will cause significant stress for the population and the community. There will be high levels of noise, dust, heavy vehicle pollution, traffic and increased stress risks to our health during a minimum 5-year construction. As my family lives near the tunnel excavation site, I fear for the stability of my property and the ongoing stress caused by constant noise and vibration.
Contamination and risk:
I object to the project due to the scale, extent and risk of groundworks in sensitive residential areas and foreshore environments. I am concerned about the impact on air pollution due to the lack of stack filtering. I believe there is a lost opportunity by not filtering and treating the stack pollution. Particulate matter is already higher than what is recommended or considered “safe”. Pollution from traffic exhaust poses serious health risks. My family’s property is located inside the projected reach of air pollution and which raises serious concerns for the health and well-being of my family.
Conclusion:
I would ask that an alternative public transport feasibility study be published before any further planning occurs so that impacts and outcomes can be fairly compared. I respectfully request that the following is undertaken as a matter of urgency:
1. A full Phase 2 Contamination Assessment completed
2. A comparative mass transit alternative assessment
3. Travel times, surface traffic changes and costs fully scoped in the form of a business case
4. And at a minimum the EIS is reissued for public consultation
Many thanks for acknowledging and receiving my objections to the Beaches Link and Gore Hill Freeway.
Kind regards.
I object to the ecological destruction of Burnt Creek and damage to Manly Dam, the disturbance of contaminated sediment and toxic sludge and six years of high impact construction noise that will affect our community for little gain and savings in travel time. The significant impact of this project in terms of direct and indirect costs far outweigh any perceived gains.
Green spaces and biodiversity:
I object to the project due to the threat to our biodiversity and green spaces. The Beaches Link will negatively impact significant wildlife corridors, including Flat Rock Drive and Manly Dam bushland, as well as marine ecosystems at Middle Harbour and the Spit. More than 12 hectares of high value bushland will be destroyed with the widening of the Wakehurst Parkway. This will cause long-term environmental damage and potential risks to groundwater and flow-on effects for Manly Dam, and damage to the bush corridor of Burnt Bridge Creek. Water seeping issues and catchment cross-contamination are also risks to the ecological health of the area.
Hundreds of species will be impacted by loss of habitat with planned offsets insufficient to save local threatened species. These species which make up our biodiverse nature reserves, will be put at inexcusable risk.
Water pollution:
The health of local creeks, waterways and the marine environments are at risk from scouring, elevated salinity, siltation, contamination by disturbed toxic materials from the tip site and accidental fuel or chemical spills. The excavation of Middle Harbour sediment may release heavy metals, pesticides and chemicals. This toxic sludge needs to be addressed urgently with the planned silt 'curtain' not reaching the bottom of the seabed allowing for toxic sludge to escape and spread. The EIS report reflects a disregard for the environment with significant pollution from the open ventilation stacks, toxic chemicals being dredged from the water ways and major destruction of bushlands and tree canopies.
Climate and sustainability:
I object to the project as this project does not help us meet our climate goals and has a poor climate profile at a time when we should be looking to projects which reduce our emissions. The EIS report confirms the project will have very high waste generation, water usage and concrete production volumes. It has also shown there will be a major increase in traffic volumes coming to the Northern Beaches resulting in increased congestion in Manly Vale and Balgowlah. This is confirmed by the EIS which states that vehicle use will increase along the corridor. This contradicts governments climate change goals and the State government commitment to a net zero emissions goal by 2050. The EIS demonstrates this project will increase vehicle reliance and trip volumes in already congested and polluted areas.
Health and well-being:
I object to the project due to the unreasonable level of impact on the Quality of Life of residents during the tunnel construction and operation. The Health risk assessment acknowledges construction fatigue, increased traffic and uncertainty will cause significant stress for the population and the community. There will be high levels of noise, dust, heavy vehicle pollution, traffic and increased stress risks to our health during a minimum 5-year construction. As my family lives near the tunnel excavation site, I fear for the stability of my property and the ongoing stress caused by constant noise and vibration.
Contamination and risk:
I object to the project due to the scale, extent and risk of groundworks in sensitive residential areas and foreshore environments. I am concerned about the impact on air pollution due to the lack of stack filtering. I believe there is a lost opportunity by not filtering and treating the stack pollution. Particulate matter is already higher than what is recommended or considered “safe”. Pollution from traffic exhaust poses serious health risks. My family’s property is located inside the projected reach of air pollution and which raises serious concerns for the health and well-being of my family.
Conclusion:
I would ask that an alternative public transport feasibility study be published before any further planning occurs so that impacts and outcomes can be fairly compared. I respectfully request that the following is undertaken as a matter of urgency:
1. A full Phase 2 Contamination Assessment completed
2. A comparative mass transit alternative assessment
3. Travel times, surface traffic changes and costs fully scoped in the form of a business case
4. And at a minimum the EIS is reissued for public consultation
Many thanks for acknowledging and receiving my objections to the Beaches Link and Gore Hill Freeway.
Kind regards.
Frank Mathisen
Comment
Frank Mathisen
Comment
Balgowlah
,
New South Wales
Message
As a parent of members of the 1st Balgowlah Scout Group I am concerned that there are not enough plans in place to secure ongoing activity at the Scout Hall, which is located very near the construction site. Will it stay or will it have to go? What if it has to go, where are the youth members engage in their activities.
It is my request that the impact on the 1st Balgowlah Scout group is taken into consideration, and that if they have to move temporarily or permanently that a location of at least equal suitability will be provided for the 1st Balgowlah Scout group without any cost for the.
It is my request that the impact on the 1st Balgowlah Scout group is taken into consideration, and that if they have to move temporarily or permanently that a location of at least equal suitability will be provided for the 1st Balgowlah Scout group without any cost for the.
Name Withheld
Object
Name Withheld
Object
SEAFORTH
,
New South Wales
Message
I strenuously object to the Beaches Link Tunnel construction.
As a social worker, I've witnessed the impact of air pollution on people's health in hospital working with long term respiratory disease sufferers and the impact of both air and noise pollution on children's health and development. It will ruin the lives of children by causing them undue stress that will impact on their future mental health and quality of life.
In addition to the direct impact on children, the destruction of the natural environment around the Manly Dam and the Burnt Bridge Creek is clearly wrong when as a country and world we're trying to preserve our ecosystem.
This project seems to put transport above people's lives - it provides no benefits but comes at a great social cost to residents of the Northern Beaches and further afield.
As a social worker, I've witnessed the impact of air pollution on people's health in hospital working with long term respiratory disease sufferers and the impact of both air and noise pollution on children's health and development. It will ruin the lives of children by causing them undue stress that will impact on their future mental health and quality of life.
In addition to the direct impact on children, the destruction of the natural environment around the Manly Dam and the Burnt Bridge Creek is clearly wrong when as a country and world we're trying to preserve our ecosystem.
This project seems to put transport above people's lives - it provides no benefits but comes at a great social cost to residents of the Northern Beaches and further afield.
Ian Abbottsmith
Object
Ian Abbottsmith
Object
BALGOWLAH
,
New South Wales
Message
My strongest objection to this project is in regard to the design of the ventilation system at Balgowlah. The stack proposed is surrounded by hills on three sides and the valley it will emit exhaust fumes into suffers from atmospheric inversion and often traps fog and mist from Seaforth to Manly Vale. On many days this will trap pollutants and disperse them across major residential areas. The trapped pollution will also effect a significant number of schools and kindergartens in the area. Most of the assertions about the ventilation system are generic rather than specific to the exact location, hence I believe much of what is in the EIS could be prone to error and have deleterious health effects on people across a wide area. A more robust design incorporating positive removal of pollutants, especially particulate mater need to be included. The mention that it is too costly completely disregards the social, personal and economic health costs to the population.
Name Withheld
Object
Name Withheld
Object
NORTH BALGOWLAH
,
New South Wales
Message
I object to the project due to environmental concerns, quality of life, unnecessary expenditure, and health concerns of the Balgowlah North school students.
Karine Stehmann jones
Object
Karine Stehmann jones
Object
Sydney
,
New South Wales
Message
A road tunnel sounds a good idea. Get cars off the road and underground where they will do little
environmental damage. The problem is that tunnels come to the surface and that’s where the
problems start.
The Beaches Link makes Wakehurst Parkway one of the two main feeder roads into the tunnel. It will
be widened to 4 lanes for about two-thirds of the length of the project and 5-6 lanes for the other
third.
Since it runs along a narrow ridge between two environmentally sensitive regions, Manly Dam
Reserve and Garigal National Park, widening Wakehurst Parkway means it will be built above the
bushland in a number of places.
The road will be visible throughout Manly Dam. Noise from the bigger road with its construction
trucks, lights from cars and street lights, and water runoff from the road will all significantly impact
upon flora and fauna in the region, not to mention turn a quiet area into an unpleasant industrial
highway.
There are many other problems with the tunnel as well, such as the destruction of Burnt Bridge
Creek, ventilation towers near schools, toxic mud in Middle Harbour and more traffic and less
parking. Against this, the project only stands to offer minimal time savings in travel and little
economic benefit for an enormous investment.
environmental damage. The problem is that tunnels come to the surface and that’s where the
problems start.
The Beaches Link makes Wakehurst Parkway one of the two main feeder roads into the tunnel. It will
be widened to 4 lanes for about two-thirds of the length of the project and 5-6 lanes for the other
third.
Since it runs along a narrow ridge between two environmentally sensitive regions, Manly Dam
Reserve and Garigal National Park, widening Wakehurst Parkway means it will be built above the
bushland in a number of places.
The road will be visible throughout Manly Dam. Noise from the bigger road with its construction
trucks, lights from cars and street lights, and water runoff from the road will all significantly impact
upon flora and fauna in the region, not to mention turn a quiet area into an unpleasant industrial
highway.
There are many other problems with the tunnel as well, such as the destruction of Burnt Bridge
Creek, ventilation towers near schools, toxic mud in Middle Harbour and more traffic and less
parking. Against this, the project only stands to offer minimal time savings in travel and little
economic benefit for an enormous investment.
Name Withheld
Comment
Name Withheld
Comment
NORTH BALGOWLAH
,
New South Wales
Message
I am mainly concerned about the safety of the neighbourhood streets in North Balgowlah during construction. I have young children and due to the closure of main roads during an extended period of construction, there will be added traffic on local roads. Putting at risk the safety of my young children and those in the community. We already live on a busy street and struggle to get in/out of driveway during peak times. How will you help keep our children safe during construction? Please keep local streets for locals.