Mid Coast businesses and suppliers can help design and build a local train station upgrade to improve accessibility and safety for customers.
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Member for Myall Lakes Stephen Bromhead said the upgrade at Taree station was one of nine announced under the latest round of the NSW Government's Transport Access Program (TAP), which makes it easier for all customers, including people with a disability, to access public transport services.
"These TAP upgrades are particularly important in the Myall Lakes electorate which has the highest number of residents with a disability in all of NSW," Mr Bromhead said.
"The works will create about 650 jobs right across regional parts of the State, injecting about $23 million directly into local economies.
"Here in Taree, the project will create about 50 jobs and will be a huge boost for the region during these challenging times.
"We are seeking a variety of goods, services and materials for these station upgrades, so I hope that local businesses register their interest and get involved."
The upgrades include:
- accessible pathways and ramps
- tactiles on the platforms and targeted locations throughout the station
- kiss and ride/accessible parking spaces
- upgrading amenities including waiting rooms and ticket offices, seating, and accessible/ambulant toilet facilities
- bus and coach parking facilities
Minister for Regional Transport and Roads Paul Toole said the TAP upgrades aim to deliver accessible, modern, and integrated transport that build upon the NSW Government's vision to make public transport a first choice option for people living in the regions.
"These are important projects for local communities that will also be a big boost to local economies. We want local businesses to benefit and that's why we're asking them to register their interest to help design and build the next round of upgrades," Mr Toole said.
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