Speeding is “something that needs to be addressed,” said Mayor of Hunters Hill, Zac Miles, on Tuesday, 13 May, as he discussed his upcoming plans for the Boronia Precinct Traffic Management Plan (LATM).

After receiving 3.5 million dollars in funding from the Safer Roads Program grant, the Mayor shared the Council’s forthcoming plan to improve road and traffic safety in our local community.

Speeds within the Boronia Park precinct will be reduced to a 40km/h zone, and traffic calming devices will be installed inside the boundaries of Pittwater, Ryde, Park Road, and High Street.

View the Boronia Precinct LATM here: https://connect.huntershill.nsw.gov.au/boronia-precinct-latm

As the Gladesville Masterplan causes rising discussions, the Mayor responded, “I’m really excited.”

A council application has been lodged with the planning department, as the current Gladesville Town Centre is currently being assessed for a revamp.

Zac mentioned that there is no exact footprint of how many units will be built. However, there will certainly be a renovated Coles, new opportunities for local businesses, increased community facilities, and hopes for an energetic nightlife in Gladesville.

Mayor Zac Miles said the new Coles intends to increase in size from “1800 square metres to 24-2600 square metres,” increasing accessibility for locals.

According to the Mayor, Hunters Hill is number 5 in the state for electric car use. As the electric vehicle industry continues to grow in our local community, our council has installed a new charging station at the Council carpark on 3A Cowell Street, Gladesville.

“We have a higher cohort of people, that need that infrastructure, and we need to respond to that,” he stated regarding its introduction. 

On 26 May, Councillor Tatyana Virgara and Councillor Carol Tannous-Sleiman voiced their perspectives on the upcoming Gladesville Masterplan.

View the Gladesville Masterplan here: https://connect.huntershill.nsw.gov.au/gladesville-masterplan

Clr. Virgara shared her input: “Gladesville is a degraded commercial strip. It is not what our residents deserve. It’s not going to attract visitors, and it’s certainly not going to help the small businesses that operate up there.”

Clr. Virgara furthered, “This is about providing real public benefit and services that our community deserve.” All members of the Hunters Hill community are thoroughly encouraged to express their opinion on this plan. For details, contact Hunters Hill Council on 9879 9400 or [email protected]

by Alessia Zappala