Seeking feedback on CBD pedestrian zone
Published on 18 August 2021
Goulburn Mulwaree Council and Transport for NSW are seeking feedback on proposed traffic changes to the Goulburn CBD.
Proposed changes would see a 40km/h speed limit brought in for Auburn Street, covering the area from Clinton to Bradley Streets with signage to be erected on side streets at entry points to Auburn Street. A 15 tonne load limit would also be brought in to discourage heavy traffic from using our main street as their through road.
Mayor Bob Kirk encouraged the community to offer feedback on the proposed changes.
“In my opinion the average speed down Auburn Street would already be closer to 40km/h than 50km/h, but I think there is benefit in formalising this as part of a high pedestrian activity zone.
“This will make it a safer place for pedestrians; from our young children through to our elderly residents who all use the area for their essential services and shopping. A 15 tonne load limit will not keep all semi-trailers and heavy traffic out of the area, but our goal is to discourage these road users from coming through the centre of our CBD, instead to use Sloane Street.”
Council is requesting formal feedback on the process, via email to council@goulburn.nsw.gov.au or by mail to Locked Bag 22, Goulburn, NSW, 2580. Please use the title “Auburn Street Pedestrian Zone” for your submissions. Council will also accept feedback through a form on our website which can be found at www.goulburn.nsw.gov.au/Services/Roads-Footpath/CBD-Pedestrian-Zone
Consultation will conclude at 5pm, Sunday 29th August 2021.