Program Overview

Urbanisation is one of the biggest trends affecting the transport sector. In the next 10 years, the projected growth in Banyule alone is expected to add 5,000 car trips to our road network during peak hour.

As part of the Banyule Integrated Transport Plan 2015-2035, the council would like active transport to become the main mode of transport for short trips, and also to see an increase in the recreational use of active transport pathways.

North East Link Project is the largest transport project in Victoria, completing the missing link in the Melbourne’s freeway network that will allow greater connectivity for the residents of the North East. As part of their project, NELP are building 25 Km of active transport pathways.

As part of the program, students have an opportunity to take on the role of a consultant for NELP and the Banyule Council, to investigate local issues and come up with a design solution that will improve the liveability and connectivity of the area, and create a pleasant and attractive journey for active transport users.

They will learn about infrastructure and transport of the future, consider a range of careers that could lead to working in the transport industry, and conduct interviews and surveys in their local community to understand the environment and identify user needs.