We object to the the proposal as it effectively cuts off safe and practical community access to critical parkland, removes/diminishes to un-useable a critical element of the original proposal being the Greenlink, impacts community safety and enjoyment of community infrastructure, negative visual impact to important public land. The proposed changes are not safe for young, elderly or mobility impacted persons of whom there are many in the area. The modification differs significantly in the negative to the original proposal and cannot show it has the support of community. The greater good is not improved by the proposal. The cost of the proposed modification is borne completely by the community against their will.

Application: SSI 7485
I object to the modification of the M4-M5 Link, in particular the proposed Crescent overpass and changes to access for pedestrians and cyclists to the Rozelle Bay foreshores.
I object to the changed plans for the following reasons:
• The overpass will be a visual blight so close to the foreshore area and will compromise the visual connection between the proposed Rail Yards parklands and the foreshore area.
• The overpass will act as a further barrier to connections between the foreshore and the communities of Rozelle and Annandale.
• The proposed alternative access arrangements for pedestrians and cyclists to the foreshore and to Bicentennial Park will be less safe and more cumbersome, particularly for the elderly or infirm.
• Moving the Greenlink to sit directly beside the vehicle overpass will remove all sense of being in a park. Everything will be dominated by the sights and sounds of the traffic on the overpass.
Please reinstate the original approved Greenlink in the EIS which provides continuous open space from the Rail Yards and Annandale to the foreshore.
Yours sincerely
IAN CLOSE

I write regarding the proposed modification to M4-M5 Link, Mod 2 The Crescent overpass and changes to pedestrian infrastructure in North Annandale, Rozelle and Rozelle Bay Foreshore area. I request RMS work with the community to explore alternate design options to the proposed new car overpass design and the changed pedestrian and cyclist links.

I am seeking the reinstatement of the safe, direct access from the approved EIS GreenLink to create a continuous green open space connection from the Rozelle Rail yards and Annandale to the foreshore. The GreenLink was more than just a walk way - it put people central to the design, maximising safety, and providing much needed accessible open space for the community now and into the future Bays Precinct design. I am requesting RMS put people back into the plan – we want you to reinstate your own vision as laid out in Transport for NSW Future Strategy 2056. Work with us to design a feasible option that brings the best elements from the approved EIS design into the modification.

My key concerns with the M4-M5 Modification are:
- The significantly reduced safety and increased risk for pedestrians and cyclists with removed access over The Crescent to Bicentennial Park and the increased traffic along
Johnson Street.
- Being required to cross five sets of pedestrian lights at The Crescent as my option to reach the foreshore from Annandale or from Rozelle Bay light rail stop.
- Removal of direct active links to the foreshore, cutting the community off from the area and the proposed revitalisation of the entire Bays Precinct, including linking the Light Rail and Bus stops to a Ferry wharf and Metro station.
- Urban and landscape design that is being built before a finalised Masterplan for the area.
- Traffic changes that limit movements around the suburb and create further congestion in the local streets of Annandale, Forest Lodge, Glebe, Lilyfield and Rozelle with no planning to deal with these.

Furthermore, I have attached a document outlining additional concerns with this project and the severe impact they will have on the local community. I ask that you consider each of these points in detail and with fairness to the broader community which is negatively going to be impacted by the design modification of this project.

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The changes that are proposed to the WesConnex site in Annandale are dangerous for locals. There has been no proper consideration for local who cross from Johnson Street into Jubilee Park. This will create a dangerous situation where local may be tempted to run across the road. Or consideration for the hundreds of healthy local residents who cycle or walk through Burawan Park and future access.
I would also like to mention the distinct lack of care to keep the project fitting into local surroundings. The change to above ground overpass style roads and junction is not acceptable.

As a suburb that has a large family area, creating a connected green space is vital to creating a great community. There are too many cars on the road - please encourage a greener world for our future generations.